Course Overview
Presents communication skills for experienced house inspectors or for persons considering the house inspection field. Teaches practical techniques for planning, selecting and presenting information effectively and professionally. Includes correct format for memos, letters, instructions, procedures, and house inspection reports.
Prerequisite(s)
Credits
3.0
Domestic fees
$607.36
International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion, the student will be able to:
- Create documents that follow the conventions of correct grammar, spelling, mechanics, and punctuation.
- Generate, draft, and revise a memorandum, short business letter, facsimile, instructions, procedures, and house inspection reports following correct business conventions with respect to format, structure, style, and content.
Effective as of Fall 2003
Related Programs
House Inspection 3: Report Writing (BLDG 2935) is offered as a part of the following programs:
School of Construction and the Environment
- House Inspection
Statement of Completion Part-time
Course Offerings
Spring/Summer 2026
Below is one offering of BLDG 2935 for the Spring/Summer 2026 term.
CRN 27261
Dates
Apr 09 - Jun 25 Loading
- CRN 27261
- $607.36 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 09 - Jun 25 | Thu | 18:45 - 21:45 | Burnaby NE01 Rm. 335 |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
Phil Skipper
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- ***This is not a self-paced course. There will be specific time lines for assignments and exams.*** Students will participate in weekly "Virtual Classroom" sessions, as per the class schedule above. You will require a stable internet connection, a laptop or desktop computer for this course. You must also have an e-mail address and access to a computer capable of downloading basic documents. Important course information will be sent to registered students closer to course start date. Make sure your email address on your student account is correct and up to date.
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Status
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