Question 1

How many CQI practice questions are there?

Accepted Answer

90 questions across 1 version, each with the correct answer and an explanation.

Question 2

Are there free CQI sample questions?

Accepted Answer

Yes. 8 sample questions are free; 4 are open to everyone and the rest unlock with a free account.

Question 3

What does full access include?

Accepted Answer

Every CQI question in study, timed and flashcard modes, explanations for each answer, and progress that saves so you can resume.

Question 4

What topics does CQI cover?

Accepted Answer

Technical Mathematics (19%), Metrology (26%), Inspection and Test (32%), Quality Assurance and Improvement (23%).

Question 5

What is the ASQ CQI certification?

Accepted Answer

The ASQ Certified Quality Inspector (CQI) is a professional certification offered by the American Society for Quality (ASQ). It validates that an inspector can evaluate hardware documentation, perform laboratory procedures, inspect products, measure process performance, record data, and prepare formal reports under the direction of quality engineers, supervisors, or technicians. The CQI credential demonstrates mastery of technical mathematics, metrology, inspection and test techniques, and…

Question 6

How many questions are on the ASQ CQI exam?

Accepted Answer

The computer-based ASQ CQI exam contains 110 multiple-choice questions, of which 100 are scored and 10 are unscored pretest questions. The paper-and-pencil version contains 100 scored questions. Approximately 20% of the questions require calculations. The exam covers four domains: Technical Mathematics (19 questions), Metrology (26 questions), Inspection and Test (32 questions), and Quality Assurance and Improvement (23 questions).

Question 7

Is the ASQ CQI exam open book?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the ASQ CQI exam is open book. Candidates may bring their own bound reference materials into the exam room. All materials must be permanently bound by stitching or glue, or fastened securely in their cover by ring binders, spiral binders, plastic snap binders, brads, or screw posts. Hand-stapled or loosely bound documents are not permitted. Post-its are allowed only as book tabs and must be attached before entering the test center.

Question 8

What are the prerequisites for ASQ CQI certification?

Accepted Answer

To qualify for the ASQ CQI certification, candidates need two years of on-the-job experience in one or more areas of the CQI Body of Knowledge, or successful completion of an ASQ-approved accredited technical or apprenticeship training course. A high school diploma or GED is required; without one, three additional years of experience are needed. Education waivers are available: a diploma from a technical, military, or trade school, or any college degree (associate through doctorate) waives two…

Question 9

Does the CQI certification expire?

Accepted Answer

No, the ASQ CQI is a lifetime certification. Unlike many other ASQ certifications that require recertification every three years, the CQI does not expire once earned. There are no continuing education or recertification units required to maintain the credential. This makes it unique among ASQ's certification portfolio.

Question 10

What is the passing score for the ASQ CQI exam?

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The passing score for the ASQ CQI exam is 550 out of 750 on a scaled score. ASQ uses a criterion-referenced scoring method, meaning the passing standard is based on the knowledge required for competent practice in quality inspection, not on how other candidates perform. Results for computer-based testing are provided immediately after submitting the exam, with email confirmation within 3-5 business days.

Question 11

How much does the ASQ CQI exam cost?

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The ASQ CQI exam costs $460 for non-members and $360 for ASQ members (a $100 savings). Retake attempts cost $260. ASQ membership provides the additional benefit of the reduced exam fee. If a candidate's application is not approved, a refund is issued minus a $130 processing fee. Rescheduling or cancelling an appointment also incurs a $130 fee and must be done at least five days before the appointment.

Question 12

What topics does the CQI Body of Knowledge cover?

Accepted Answer

The CQI Body of Knowledge covers four main domains: (1) Technical Mathematics (19% of the exam) - including shop math, algebra, geometry, trigonometry, measurement systems, numeric conversions, and basic statistics; (2) Metrology (26%) - covering gauges, measurement instruments, gauge selection and calibration, surface plate tools, specialized inspection equipment, and measurement system analysis; (3) Inspection and Test (32%) - encompassing blueprints and GD&T, sampling, inspection planning,…

Question 13

What is the best study material for the ASQ CQI exam?

Accepted Answer

The primary recommended study resource is 'The Certified Quality Inspector Handbook, 3rd Edition' by H. Fred Walker, Ahmad K. Elshennawy, Bhisham C. Gupta, and Mary McShane-Vaughn (ASQ Quality Press, 2019). This handbook is designed as a companion to the CQI Body of Knowledge and can be used during the open-book exam. ASQ also offers a CQI Question Bank with sample exam questions, certification preparation courses (both classroom and self-paced online), and the official 2025 CQI Body of…

Question 14

How long is the ASQ CQI exam?

Accepted Answer

The computer-based CQI exam has a total appointment time of 4 hours and 30 minutes, with the actual exam time being 4 hours and 18 minutes (258 minutes). The paper-and-pencil version is 4 hours. Candidates should plan to arrive 30 minutes before the scheduled appointment for check-in procedures. Late arrival results in forfeiture of the exam fee.

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01Exam format258 min · 1106

02Registration$460 · Prometric, online proctoring3

03ValidityLifetime2

04In our question bankv1 (90)

What CQI covers

01Technical Mathematics19%7 topics

I.ABasic Shop MathSolve basic shop math problems using addition, subtraction, multiplication, division of fractions and decimals, squares, and square roots6 obj.

I.BBasic AlgebraSolve or simplify first-degree and single-variable equations2 obj.

I.CBasic GeometryCalculate general parameters for basic geometric shapes such as area, circumference, diameter, radius, perimeter, and volume6 obj.

I.DBasic TrigonometrySolve for angles and lengths using trigonometric functions such as sine, cosine, tangent, and the Pythagorean Theorem2 obj.

I.EMeasurement SystemsConvert units within and between English and metric measurement systems (SI)2 obj.

I.FNumeric ConversionsUse various numbering methods such as scientific notation, decimals, and fractions, and convert values between these methods2 obj.

I.GBasic Statistics and ApplicationsCalculate mean, median, and mode8 obj.

Hands-on skills & common mistakesShop math calculations · Rounding errors

02Metrology26%7 topics

03Inspection and Test32%5 topics

04Quality Assurance and Improvement23%6 topics