Course Catalogue.

After participating in this course, you will be able to:

• Apply the building code to design requirements for building envelope repair
• Understand the underlying mechanisms of deterioration
• Create and use repair contracts
• Protect your interests
• Resolve disputes

Description
Multi-unit and single-family residential building repair is a growing industry. This course offers tools for correctly assessing major repair needs and applying design and construction standards geared to new construction. Participants will also study approaches for repairing existing buildings and learn to avoid poor-quality and unsafe repairs.

This online course will explore various building designs and construction materials and how building codes and materials are used to repair multi-unit and single-family buildings. Contracts and disputes associated with typical building repair contracts will also be discussed.

Course Outline

• Building permits
• Building code legislation
• Application of the building code
• Assessment and repair of building structures
• Assessment and repair of building envelopes
• Masonry veneer and flashing
• Exterior insulation finish systems (EIFS)
• Window systems
• Components of repair contracts
• Construction liens and contract disputes

Who Should Attend
Those involved in the assessment and repair of residential buildings, including:
Designers • Engineers • Architects • Building Inspectors • Professionals • Project Managers • Owners • Managers of Buildings • Repair Contractors