Building Standard Inspection

Learn to properly inspect residential and commercial construction through an understanding of the North Carolina Building Code. Each class level has a certification with an increased scope of code knowledge and responsibility.

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Industry-recognized credential(s): N.C. Code Officials Qualification Board

Complete in: Three months or less

Industry Recognized Credential

Building Standard Inspection Courses

Building Standard Inspection Level 1

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

NC Code Officials Qualification Board

CE or CU Articulation

No

Prerequisites

None

Text and 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]

Current Opportunities
Details Section Date(s) Location Price Seats  
312212 08/08/25 - 08/17/25 MS Teams Virtual Learning Platform 150.00 15 Register
312213 11/07/25 - 11/16/25 MS Teams Virtual Learning Platform 150.00 23 Register

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Building Standard Inspection Level II

This course trains the Building Level 2 Code Enforcement Official who is responsible for plan review and inspection of residential and commercial construction up to 60,000 square feet. The forty-hour course includes code enforcement instruction in building and occupancy classifications, accessibility, and special inspections for structural and foundation characteristics. Successful participants may request pre-qualification for the NC Building Level 2 Code Enforcement Exam through the Code Qualifications Board.

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, Use and Occupancy Classification, Special Detailed Requirements Based on Use and Occupancy, General Building Heights and Areas

Types of Construction, Fire Resistance Rated Construction, Fire Protection Systems

Means of Egress

Accessibility, Structural Design, Structural Tests and Special Inspections, Soils and Foundations, Concrete

Steel, Glass and Glazing, Plastic, Elevators and Conveying Systems, Final Examination (2 Hrs)


Contact Hours

40

CEUs

1

Industry Standard, State or National Certification

NC Code Officials Qualification Board

CE or CU Articulation

No

Prerequisites

None

Text and Supplies Needed

2018 North Carolina Building Code
2018 North Carolina Residential Code
2018 Manufactured Housing Code
or the most current versions of each of the respective code enforcement manuals.
To purchase course books, got to the following website: 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 ll, 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 ll

Real Estate

Home Inspectors

Planning Departments

Related Courses

COD-3101A3

BPR-3011A1

BPR-3011A2

BPR-3011A3

BPR-3011A4

BPR-3011B4

CTP-3001RB1

CTP-M1

FIT-3001J1

CTP-CP1

OSH-3013A1

OSH-3013B3

SEF-3001BI1

SEF-3001BJ1


Course Contact Information

Myra Beckers
919-532-5977
[email protected]

Current Opportunities
Details Section Date(s) Location Price Seats  
312208 06/13/25 - 06/22/25 MS Teams Virtual Learning Platform 150.00 25
Course Cancelled
302351 06/13/25 - 06/22/25 MS Teams Virtual Learning Platform 150.00 6 Register
312209 09/12/25 - 09/21/25 MS Teams Virtual Learning Platform 150.00 22 Register
312210 12/05/25 - 12/14/25 MS Teams Virtual Learning Platform 150.00 25 Register

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Building Standard Inspection Level III

This certification-related course is designed for the education and training of the Building Level III code enforcement official who has the responsibility of inspecting all types of construction of unlimited size. It is built on information presented in the Building Levels I and II Standard Inspection courses.

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, Use and Occupancy Classification, Special Detailed Requirements Based on Use and Occupancy, General Building Heights and Areas

Types of Construction, Fire Resistance Rated Construction, Fire Protection Systems

Means of Egress

Accessibility, Interior Environment, Structural Design, Structural Tests and Special Inspections, Soils and Foundations, Concrete

Steel, Glass and Glazing, Plastic, Emergency and Standby Power, Special Construction, Elevators and Conveying Systems, Encroachments into the Public Right-of-way, Safeguards During Construction

Final Examination (2 Hrs)


Contact Hours

40

CEUs

1

Industry Standard, State or National Certification

NC Code Officials Qualification Board

CE or CU Articulation

No

Prerequisites

None

Text and 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 lll; Home Inspectors; Real Estate Professionals; City, County and State Planning and Real Estate Officials

Wake County Need for Industry Positions

Yes

Industry or Job Titles Related to training Outcomes for Employment

Building Inspector

Real Estate

Home Inspectors

Planning Departments

Related Courses

COD-3101A3

OSH-3013A1

OSH-3013B3

SEF-3001BI1

SEF-3001BJ1

BPR-3011A1

BPR-3011A2

BPR-3011A3

BPR-3011A4

BPR-3011B4

CTP-3001RB1

CTP-M1

FIT-3001J1


Course Contact Information

Myra Beckers
919-532-5977
[email protected]

Current Opportunities
Details Section Date(s) Location Price Seats  
312214 07/18/25 - 07/27/25 MS Teams Virtual Learning Platform 150.00 24 Register
312211 10/17/25 - 10/26/25 MS Teams Virtual Learning Platform 150.00 25 Register

If you would like to be notified when additional sections become available, please use Wake Tech's Notify Me service.