Course Overview
Gives students a working knowledge of the 1998 Building Code for housing. It will be of interest to building officials or those who are contemplating entering the field. Persons engaged in the housing construction business and those working with inspectors and plan checkers will find the course useful. The course relates specifically to Part 9 of the B.C. Building Code which applies to housing of the following types: buildings which contain one dwelling only (houses); and buildings which contain two or more side-by-side dwelling units whose total area does not exceed 600 square metres. This course is offered in conjunction with the Building Officials' Association of B.C. Successful completion of the final exam (80 per cent+) meets the academic requirements for Level 1 Building Inspector certification. Please note you must also have two years suitable practical experience before certification. Suitability of practical experience is at the discretion of the BOABC.
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
3.0
- Retired
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