Course Offerings

The Building Level 1 course is designed for the education and training of the Building Level 1 code enforcement official who has the responsibility of inspecting residential and small commercial construction up to 20,000 square feet in size. Upon completion, course participants will have a better understanding of the Building Code, the Residential Code, and the Accessibility Code of the North Carolina State Building Code and will be able to apply the Codes in the inspection field. In addition, with the successful completion of the Building Level 1 and the Law and Administration courses in conjunction with other education and experience requirements specified by the North Carolina Code Officials Qualification Board, course participants will be eligible to take the Building Level 1 State examination for inspector certification.

Course Objectives

... understand the structure and requirements of the North Carolina Building Code.

... be able to determine code compliance when submitting/evaluating applications for permits, performing site inspections and/or conducting plan reviews when applicable.

Outline of Instruction

Administration

Building Planning

Footings and Foundations

Family Dwellings

Floor Construction

Wall Construction and Coverings

Roof and Ceiling Construction

Public Safety and Special Construction

Final Exam

Contact Hours

48

CEUs

1

Industry Standard, State or National Certification

Certification

NC Code Officials Qualification Board

Website

https://www.ncosfm.gov/licensing-cert/code-officials-qualification-boar…

Certification Learning Outcomes/Requirements

Upon successful completion of this class and in conjunction with other requirements as set forth by the NC Code Officials Qualification Board, students will be able to sit for the Building Standard Level 1 exam.

Upon successfully passing the State exam and by complying to the rules as stated in Section 11 NCAC 08.0706 of the NC Code Officials Qualification Board Regulations, a standard certificate will be issued.

CE or CU Articulation

No

Prerequisites

None

Learning Supplies Needed

2018 North Carolina Building Code
2018 North Carolina Residential Code
To purchase textbooks, use the following link: https://www.ncosfm.gov/codes/code-book-sales

Clinical Site/Special Facilities

None

Requirements for Successful Completion

90% attendance
Minimum passing score of 70% on end of course exam

Accreditation/Special Approval Requirements

N/A

Intended Audience

Contractors, Construction Personnel, Building Inspectors, Home Owners, Real Estate Personnel and City, County, and State Personnel

Specific Industry or Business Support Needs

Building Inspector Level 1;
Home Inspectors;
Real Estate Professionals;
City, County and State Officials

Wake County Need for Industry Positions

Yes

Industry or Job Titles Related to Training Outcomes for Employment

Building Inspector Level l

Real Estate

Home Inspectors

Planning Departments

Related Courses

COD-3101A3

BPR-3011B4

OSH-3013B1

Course Contact Information

Myra Beckers
919-532-5977
[email protected]