Course Offerings

This course is for the Code Enforcement Official who has the responsibility of inspecting residential and small commercial plumbing installations in construction up to 20,000 square feet. It equips homeowners, real estate professionals, and planners with an understanding of the NC Plumbing Code and NC Energy Conservation Code of the North Carolina State Building Code. For those pursuing a career as an Inspector, this course satisfies one of the requirements for licensure by the North Carolina Code Officials Qualification Board.

Course Objectives

... understand the structure and requirements of the North Carolina Plumbing Code and the North Carolina Energy Conservation Code of the North Carolina State Building Code.


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

Outline of Instruction

Administration

Definitions

General Regulations

Plumbing Fixtures

Water Heaters

Water Supply and Distribution

Sanitary Drainage

Indirect and Special Wastes

Vent

Traps

Storm Drains

Final Exam

Contact Hours

32

CEUs

1

Industry Standard, State or National Certification

Certification

North Carolina 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 North Carolina Code Officials Qualification Board, students will be able to sit for the Plumbing 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 North Carolina Code Officials Qualification Board Regulations, a standard certificate will be issued.

CE or CU Articulation

No

Prerequisites

None

Learning Supplies Needed

2018 North Carolina Plumbing Code
2018 North Carolina Energy Conservation Code
2018 Administrative Code & Policies
or the latest version approved by North Carolina

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

Plumbers, Contractors; Construction Personnel; Real Estate Personnel; City, State and Local Code Officials, Home Owners

Specific Industry or Business Support Needs

Plumbing Inspector Level l, 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

Plumbing Inspector

Real Estate

Home Inspectors

Planning Departments

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Course Contact Information

Myra Beckers
919-532-5977
[email protected]