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Course

Residential Contractors Exam Prep

Name

CAR-3118B3

Overall Quality of This Course

★★★★★

Based on 11 student surveys.

Available Classes

Not currently offered.

Description Course Outline Requirements Intended Audience More Details

Intended Audience

Builders, General Contractors, City, County and State Personnel

Description

This course is a review of the laws, codes, and procedures covered by the NC General Contractors License Examination for residential and light construction, including all one- and two-family dwellings covered by the NC Residential Code. The course covers blueprint reading, cost estimation, quantity take-off, OSHA laws and regulations, the NC Residential Building Code, construction practices, and construction management. Upon completion, participants will be prepared to take the licensure exam for the Residential Classification of the NC General Contractors License, as administered by the NC Licensing Board of General Contractors.

Course Objectives

...have a general understanding of the North Carolina Residential Building code and will be able to demonstrate their competency with the code by locating code provision and providing an interpretation as to the application of the code in the building industry.
... be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of standard construction industry practices, the application and use of construction materials and the appropriate use thereof.
... have a working knowledge of the home-building process including the business considerations that are a part of the construction of every home.

Outline of Instruction

Business law and basic accounting
Law and Regulations
Basic Calculations
Blueprint basics and Blueprint takeoffs
OSHA and Safety Issues
Practice Exam
Final Review

Contact Hours

CEU's

3.9

Industry Standard, State, or National Certification

Yes

Certification

North Carolina Licensing Board for General Contractors

Website URL

http://www.nclbgc.org

Certification Learning Outcomes/Requirements

Upon successful completion of this class and in conjunction with other requirements as set forth by the North Carolina Licensing Board for General Contractors, students will be able to sit for the General Contractor's License Examination for Residential and Light Construction.
Upon successfully passing the State exam and by complying with the rules as stated in North Carolina Administrative Code Title 21; Chapter 12 of the North Carolina Licensing Board for General Contractors, a license will be issued.

CE to CU Articulation

Prerequisites

None

Text and Supplies Needed

“North Carolina Residential Building Code” (latest available edition)
“Contractor’s Guide to Business, Law, and Project Management” (North Carolina specific - latest available edition)
Non-alphanumeric calculator without printing capability, and highlighters

Clinical Site/Special Facilities

None

Requirements for Successful Completion of this Course

Attendance 90% or above
Participation
Pass practice exam with a grade of 70% or higher

Accreditation/Special Approval Requirements

North Carolina Licensing Board of General Contractors Accredited School
North Carolina Licensing Board of General Contractors Approved Curriculum
North Carolina Licensing Board of General Contractors Certified Instructor

Intended Audience

Builders, General Contractors, City, County and State Personnel

Specific Industry or Business Support Needs

Residential General Contractors, Home Builders, Home Owners, Real Estate Professionals, City, County and State Personnel

Wake County Need for Industry Positions

Yes

Industry or Job Titles Related to training Outcomes for Employment

General Contractor
Home Inspector
Real Estate
Planning Department
Public Utilities

Related Courses

Blueprint Reading - BPR-3011A1
Blueprint Reading - BPR-3011A2
Blueprint Reading - BPR-3011A3
Blueprint Reading - BPR-3011A4
Residential Blueprint Reading - BPR-3011B4
Blueprint and Schematic Reading - CTP-3001RB1
Blue Print Reading and Schematics - CTP-M1
Blueprint Reading - FIT-3001J1
Law and Administration - COD-3101A3
Building Construction - FIP-3022A4
Basic Building Construction - FIP-4729T4
OSHA 30 Hour Construction Safety - OSH-3013A1
OSHA 10-Hour Construction Industry - OSH-3013A3
OSHA 10 Hour Construction Safety - OSH-3013B1

Course Contact Information

Justina Barreiro

jmbarreiro@waketech.edu

919-532-5967