Building Inspection Technology

3 class hrs/wk, 3 cr.

Covers the non-structural standards of the International Building Code including occupancy classifi cations, building area, height and location limitations, types of construction, and exit and fire resistive standards. Emphasizes commercial structures.

F

3 class hrs/wk, 3 cr.

Continues building code studies concerning areas that present hazards in building construction such as vertical shafts, treatment of exterior and interior surfaces, detailed exit requirements, fire protection systems, public property, and weather protection.

Prerequisite: BLD151.

W

3 class hrs/wk, 3 cr. Provides a comprehensive review of the International Building Code including pedestrian protection, permanent occupancy, prefabricated construction, fi re systems, energy conservation, and architectural barriers.

Prerequisite: BLD151 and BLD152.

Sp

3 class hrs/wk, 3 cr.

Discusses purpose and procedures of building department administration. Examines laws and principles that aff ect building department personnel and code compliance.

Sp

3 class hrs/wk, 3 cr.

Covers materials and processes regulated by the International Building Code.

F

2 class hrs/wk, 2 cr.

Provides instruction in reading civil, architectural, structural, mechanical, plumbing and electrical construction drawings used in residential and commercial construction. Introduces terminology, abbreviations, symbols, construction notes, component schedules, and materials common to the different construction trades through the use of sample plans. Includes a refresher in fractional math, instruction on reading of architect’s and engineer’s scales, an overview of dimensioning practices, and an explanation of plan views, elevations, cross-sections, and sectional details.

F

3 class hrs/wk, 3 cr.

Introduces basic methods of wood framing. Covers allowable stresses, loads, and fundamental design of wood products and construction systems. Emphasizes wall bracing methods.

W

3 class hrs/wk, 3 cr.

Covers the specific code requirements for all types of masonry construction, both structural and nonstructural. Includes an introduction to fireplace construction.

F

2 class and 3 lab hrs/wk, 3 cr.

Introduces the Oregon Mechanical Specialty Code (OMSC) by examining scoping provisions and administrative requirements. Covers necessary mechanical terminology and definitions, the laws of thermodynamics, the combustion process, and heat transfer. Examines combustion and dilution air requirements for fuel burning appliances and equipment. Includes the requirements for the design, construction, installation, and inspection of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) equipment; heating, ventilation, and air conditioning ducts; fuel gas piping systems extending from the gas meter to the appliance; and ventilation systems that provide outside air for building occupants.

W

2 class and 3 lab hrs/wk, 3 cr.

Examines the Oregon Mechanical Specialty Code (OMSC), including requirements for: chimneys and vents serving fuel burning appliances and equipment; special solid fuel and fuel gas burning appliances and equipment; kitchen hoods, grease ducts, hazardous exhaust ducts, and product conveying ducts; refrigerants, refrigeration systems, and refrigeration mechanical rooms; boilers, hot water heaters, and pressure vessels; hydronic piping and solar heating systems; and fuel oil piping and storage tanks.

Prerequisite: BLD181A.

Sp

4 lab hrs/wk, 2 cr. each

Provides code standards and conditions typical of building inspection work for inspectors in the following areas: mechanical inspection, structural inspection, and one- and two-family dwelling codes. Stresses writing correction notices based on field observations.

F, W, Sp

3 class hrs/wk, 3 cr.

Covers the installation, function, location, and purpose of sprinkler and fire alarm systems.

W

3 class hrs/wk, 3 cr.

Introduces concrete as a construction material and its identity as a type of construction as defined by the International Building Code. Covers its physical properties including mix design, handling, storage, delivery, placement, and fire-resistive qualities. Emphasizes analysis of one- and two-family structures.

Sp

2 class and 3 lab hrs/wk, 3 cr.

Covers the fundamentals of structural plan review. Includes analysis and design of beams, columns, and connections.

Prerequisite: BLD269.

W

2 class and 3 lab hrs/wk, 3 cr.

Examines the techniques and processes of nonstructural plans. Includes familiarization with plan and construction documents, specifications, and the application of fire, life, and safety code requirements.

Prerequisite: BLD151 and BLD152.

Sp

3 class hrs/wk, 3 cr.

Covers fundamentals of and the code requirements for regulating excavations and fills for any building or structure, construction of foundation and retaining structures, and general grading. Presents code requirements and emphasizes application to plan review and inspection functions. Uses grading and building plans and soil reports to complement the codes.

Prerequisite: MTH052.

Sp

3 class hrs/wk, 3 cr.

Studies static forces and their eff ect on rigid bodies at rest, including a study of stresses and strains that occur in these bodies when subjected to tensile, compressive, and shearing forces.

Prerequisite: MTH052.

F

3 class hrs/wk, 3 cr.

Studies dynamic wind and seismic loads on structures and their reduction to simplified equivalent static forces used in the design of structures. Covers how to determine the required lateral load path elements: diaphragms, shear walls and foundations used to resist lateral forces. Emphasizes code requirements of Chapter 16 Section 1609 for wind and Sections 1613 through 1623 of the Oregon Structural Specialty Code (2006 IBC). Uses the Western Woods Use Book related to lateral design. Also studies the design, fabrication and erection of structural steel for buildings and structures. Emphasizes code requirements of Oregon Structural Specialty Code Chapter 22 and the American Institute of Steel Construction Steel Manual.

Prerequisite: BLD269.

W

3 class hrs/wk, 3 cr.

Investigates certain standards of the Uniform Plumbing Code. Covers the principles of plumbing design, materials, and installation standards related to dwelling construction.

F

3 class hrs/wk, 3 cr.

Covers plumbing code requirements related to water and gas distribution systems, storm and sanitary sewer systems, water heater installations, and mobile home connections.

Prerequisite: BLD271 or consent of instructor.

W

See CWE—Cooperative Work Experience.

3 class hrs/wk, 3 cr.

Covers general wiring design, methods and equipment, as related to one- and two-family dwelling applications.

F

3 class hrs/wk, 3 cr.

Covers the structural portion of the International Residential Specialty Code as it relates to residential construction and other applicable codes.

F

3 class hrs/wk, 3 cr.

Covers the mechanical portion of the International Residential Specialty Code as it relates to residential construction and applicable codes.

W