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.

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Workforce Continuing Education offers financial assistance for many workforce training programs through the Propel program and other resources. Email [email protected] for more information.

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Course details and registration information

Course
Plumbing Standard Inspection Level III
Name
COD-3142A3
Overall Quality of This Course
★★★★★
Based on 24 student surveys.
Available Classes
Not currently offered.
Description Course Outline Requirements Intended Audience More Details
Intended Audience
Contractors, Construction Personnel, Plumbing Inspectors, Home Owners, Real Estate Personnel and City, County, and State Personnel
Description
This course is for the Plumbing Level III code enforcement official who has the responsibility of inspecting plumbing installations in all types of construction of unlimited size. The course builds on Plumbing Level I and Plumbing Level II Standard Inspection courses. Upon completion, Level ll Inspectors, homeowners, real estate professionals, construction managers, and planners will have a better understanding of the NC Plumbing Code and the NC Energy Conservation Code of the NC State Building Code and will be able to apply the codes where applicable. For those pursuing a career as an Inspector Level lll, this course satisfies one of the requirements for licensure by the NC Code Officials Qualification Board.
Course Objectives
  1. ... 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.
  2. ... be able to determine code compliance when evaluating applications for permits, performing site inspections and/or conducting plan reviews when applicable.
Outline of Instruction
  1. Administration
  2. Water Supply and Distribution
  3. Sanitary Drainage
  4. Indirect and Special Wastes
  5. Vent
  6. Traps
  7. Storm Drains
  8. Final Exam
Contact Hours
16
CEU's
1.6
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
  1. 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 lll exam.
  2. 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
2012 North Carolina Plumbing Code
2012 North Carolina Energy Conservation Code
2012 Administrative Code & Policies
or then latest versions
Clinical Site/Special Facilities
None
Requirements for Successful Completion of this Course
  1. Attendance 90% or above
  2. Participation
  3. 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
Intended Audience
Contractors, Construction Personnel, Plumbing Inspectors, Home Owners, Real Estate Personnel and City, County, and State Personnel
Specific Industry or Business Support Needs
Plumbing Inspector lll; Home Inspector; 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
  • Planning Departments
  • Water Utilities
  • Home Inspector
Related Courses
  • Heating & Air Conditioning/Plumbing - AHR-3131B4
  • Plumbing & Pipefitting - FIT-3001AJ1
  • Plumbing Level 1 - FIT-3001AK1
  • Plumbing Level 2 - FIT-3001AL1
  • Plumbing Level 3 - FIT-3001AM1
  • Law and Administration - COD-3101A3
Course Contact Information
Vocational Training Department
919-866-7221