How were the exams created?
A. The certification exams are developed by CEDIA, in conjunction with nationally recognized subject matter experts, and under the guidance of psychometricians (professional test development specialists) to ensure that both the content and format are accurate and valid. Below are the Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) for the various exams: InstallerLevel I SMEs Fred Ampel, Technology Visions SA Eric Grundelman, Eric Grundelman Inc. Michael Hamm, Michael Hamm & Assoc. Michael Heiss, M. Heiss Consulting Jeff Kussard, Russound David Nowak, Control4 Randy Riebe, AMX Steve Somers, Extron Electronics Al Tucker, Better Sounds Concepts Ted Uzzle, NSCA Frank White, StayTuned Installer Level II SMEs: Bill Devine, Audioplex Technology Eric Grundelman, Eric Grundelman Inc. Michael Heiss, M. Heiss Consulting Chris Monck, AMX David Nowak, Control4 Steve Somers, Extron Electronics Tony Tangalos, Electronic Design Group Ted Uzzle, NSCA Frank White, StayTuned Advanced EST SMEs: (Delivered CEDIA EXPO 2007)