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AVIXA CTS-I Exam Overview:

Certification Vendor:	AVIXA
Exam Name:	AVIXA Certified Technology Specialist - Installation (CTS-I) Exam
Exam Number:	CTS-I
Exam Duration:	150 minutes
Available Languages:	English
Real Exam Qty:	115 (100 scored, 15 unscored pilot items)
Certificate Validity Period:	3 years
Exam Format:	Multiple choice, Computer-based testing
Exam Price:	$490 USD (Members), $590 USD (Non-members)
Passing Score:	350 / 500
Related Certifications:	CTS (Certified Technology Specialist) CTS-D (Certified Technology Specialist - Design)
Recommended Training:	Installation 2: Setup and Verification Installation 1: System Fabrication CTS-I Exam Prep Course
Exam Registration:	AVIXA Certification Portal Pearson VUE Registration
Sample Questions:
Exam Way:	Computer-based testing at Pearson VUE centers or online proctored
Pre Condition:	Must hold a valid active CTS certification; recommended 3–4 years of AV installation experience
Official Syllabus URL:	https://www.avixa.org/certification-section/cts-i

AVIXA CTS-I Exam Syllabus Topics:

Section	Weight	Objectives
Topic 1: Practice Ongoing Project Responsibilities	12%	- Coordinate with Allied Trades - Address Needed Field Modifications - Complete Field Reports
Topic 2: Implement Pre-Installation Activities	17%	- Evaluate Overall Facility Readiness - Conduct Site Survey - Prepare for Installation - Review AV Project Documentation
Topic 3: Conduct Post-Project Activities	8%	- Repair and Troubleshoot Systems - Maintain AV Systems
Topic 4: Perform AV Systems Closeout	12%	- Verify System Performance - Finalize Project Documentation - Provide End-User Training
Topic 5: Conduct Site Preparation & Infrastructure Installation	24%	- Mount Substructure and Rigging - Pull and Terminate Cable - Prepare Installation Environment
Topic 6: Install AV Systems	39%	- Integrate Control Systems - Distribute and Mount AV Equipment - Configure and Verify AV Signal Flow - Assemble and Wire AV Racks

AVIXA CTS-I Exam: FAQ for Serious Candidates

What is the CTS-I exam all about?

AVIXA Certified Technology Specialist - Installation is an official AVIXA exam, listed under exam code CTS-I. A passing result earns you the Certified Technology Specialist - Installation certification at the Specialist / Professional level. It also ties into CTS (Certified Technology Specialist), CTS-D (Certified Technology Specialist - Design), extending its value across your certification roadmap. Employers read this credential as verified competence, which is why it keeps appearing in job requirements.

How many questions are in the CTS-I exam, and how long do I have?

Expect 115 (100 scored, 15 unscored pilot items) questions inside 150 minutes on the AVIXA Certified Technology Specialist - Installation exam. That pace punishes hesitation, so rehearse it: the ActualPDF software engine simulates the real exam scene, reminds you of the questions you got wrong, and pushes you to re-practice them until the clock stops being your enemy.

What is the CTS-I passing score, and how expensive is the exam?

Passing AVIXA Certified Technology Specialist - Installation requires 350 / 500, and the official registration fee is $490 USD (Members), $590 USD (Non-members). Retakes charge the full $490 USD (Members), $590 USD (Non-members) again, which is why experienced candidates treat preparation as the cheaper exam fee. Verify your readiness with repeated ActualPDF practice scores above the requirement before you commit to a date.

What do I need before sitting the CTS-I exam?

Must hold a valid active CTS certification; recommended 3–4 years of AV installation experience

Requirements evolve, so confirm the current conditions before registering on the official exam page.

Where do I register for the CTS-I exam?

Registration for AVIXA Certified Technology Specialist - Installation goes through the official channels listed here.

When you schedule, note that the exam is delivered Computer-based testing at Pearson VUE centers or online proctored.

What official training is recommended for CTS-I?

AVIXA recommends the following training for AVIXA Certified Technology Specialist - Installation candidates.

Follow any course with the 480 practice questions in the ActualPDF CTS-I package; the software engine will even remind you which mistakes need another round.

Can I preview the CTS-I questions before purchasing?

Yes. ActualPDF provides a free download demo of the AVIXA Certified Technology Specialist - Installation material, so you can check the content before choosing a version. After purchase, a one-year warranty covers you: the latest version is sent to you as it releases, free for 365 days, and after expiry you can extend the update service at a 50% discount.

What if I fail the CTS-I exam, and how fast is delivery?

Your purchase is covered by a 100% money-back guarantee with clear conditions. Take the AVIXA Certified Technology Specialist - Installation exam within 60 days of purchase; if you fail, provide your unqualified result by submitting a scanned enrollment slip and the official Score Report PDF within 2 days of the exam, and the full refund is processed within 7 days. The exam must match your product, candidate and payer names must match, and attempts within 3 days of purchase, unused downloads, free materials, and expired orders are not covered. Alternatively, exchange for two other exam products of equal value, free, or wait for updates while keeping your original product's update service.

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What topics are covered in the CTS-I exam?

The AVIXA Certified Technology Specialist - Installation syllabus spans 6 domains, led by Conduct Post-Project Activities (8%), Install AV Systems (39%), and Practice Ongoing Project Responsibilities (12%). The complete topic list is published above; candidates who study the map first rarely get lost later.