Code Inspection
Many North Carolina towns are in need of new, trained code enforcement officers due to the increase in business and residential construction projects and because experienced inspectors are reaching retirement age.
Wake Tech offers both continuing education credits for veteran inspectors and classes aspiring inspectors need to work in the field of code inspection – building, plumbing, electrical and mechanical inspection; fire code; general contractor exam preparation; and administration classes.
Financial assistance available
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Course details and registration information
Course
Plumbing Standard Inspection Level I
Name
COD-3140A3
Overall Quality of This Course
★★★★★
Based on 32 student surveys.
Available Classes
Not currently offered.
Intended Audience
Plumbers, Contractors; Construction Personnel; Real Estate Personnel; City, State and Local Code Officials, Home Owners
Description
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
CEU's
3.2
Industry Standard, State, or National Certification
Yes
Certification
North Carolina Code Officials Qualification Board
Website URL
https://www.ncosfm.gov/licensing-cert/code-officials-qualification-board-coqb/coqb-code-enforcement-officials
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 l 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 to CU Articulation
No
Prerequisites
None
Text and 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
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 of this Course
- Attendance 90% or above
- Participation
- Minimum passing score of 70% on end of course exam
Accreditation/Special Approval Requirements
North Carolina Code Officials Qualification Board Accredited School
North Carolina Code Officials Qualification Board Approved Coursework
North Carolina Code Officials Qualification Board Certified Instructor and
Successful completion of an instructor training workshop conducted by the North Carolina Code Officials Qualification Board
North Carolina Code Officials Qualification Board Approved Coursework
North Carolina Code Officials Qualification Board Certified Instructor and
Successful completion of an instructor training workshop conducted by the North Carolina Code Officials Qualification Board
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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- Plumbing Level 1 - FIT-3001AK1
- Plumbing Level 2 - FIT-3001AL1
- Plumbing Level 3 - FIT-3001AM1
- Law and Administration - COD-3101A3
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