Building Inspection Course Descriptions
BLD151 Building Codes 1
Covers the nonstructural standards of the Uniform Building Code including occupancy classifications, building area, height and location limitations, types of construction, exits and fire resistive standards. Emphasizes one- and two-family structures. F
3 Credits
BLD152 Building Codes 2
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 Credits
BLD153 Building Codes 3
Provides a comprehensive review of the Uniform Building Code including pedestrian protection, permanent occupancy, prefabricated construction, fire systems, energy conservation and architectural barriers. Prerequisite: BLD151 and BLD152. Sp
3 Credits
BLD155 Building Dept Administration
Discusses purpose and procedures of building department administration. Examines laws and principles that affect building department personnel and code compliance. Sp
3 Credits
BLD159A Materials of Construction
Covers materials and processes regulated by the International Building Code. F
3 Credits
BLD160 Construction Print Reading
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 architects and engineers scales, an overview of dimensioning practices, and an explanation of plan views, elevations, cross-sections, and sectional details. F
2 Credits
BLD161 Structural Inspection-Wood
Introduces basic methods of wood framing. Covers allowable stresses, loads, and fundamental design of wood products and construction systems. Emphasizes one- and two-family structures. W
3 Credits
BLD162 Structural Inspection-Masonry
Covers the specific code requirements for all types of masonry construction, both structural and non-structural. Includes an introduction to fireplace construction. F
3 Credits
BLD181A Mechanical Codes 1
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 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
3 Credits
BLD182A Mechanical Codes 2
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
3 Credits
BLD183 Mechanical Codes 3
Provides a working knowledge of the International Mechanical Codes and its provisions for the exhaust systems, boilers, water heaters, hydronics heating systems, and process piping and refrigeration systems. Prerequisite: BLD181and BLD182
3 Credits
BLD193A Building Inspection Lab
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 upon field observations.
2 Credits
BLD193B Building Inspection Lab
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 upon field observations.
2 Credits
BLD193C Building Inspection Lab
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 upon field observations.
2 Credits
BLD193D Building Inspection Lab
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 upon field observations.
2 Credits
BLD193E Building Inspection Lab
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 upon field observations.
2 Credits
BLD193F Building Inspection Lab
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 upon field observations.
2 Credits
BLD260 Fire Protection for Buildings
Covers the installation, function, location and purpose of sprinkler systems. Sp
3 Credits
BLD263 Structural Inspection-Concrete
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 its fire resistive qualities. Emphasizes analysis of one- and two-family structures. Sp
3 Credits
BLD266 Structural Plan Review
Covers the fundamentals of structural plan review. Includes analysis and design of beams, columns and connections. Prerequisite: BLD269. W
3 Credits
BLD267 Non-Structural Plan Review
Examines the techniques and processes of non-structural 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 Credits
BLD268 Foundatn, Excavatn & Grading
Covers the 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. F
3 Credits
BLD269 Engineering/Building Inspector
Studies static forces and their effect upon 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 or equivalent. F
3 Credits
BLD270 Engineering-Bldg Inspector 2
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 (2003 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 Credits
BLD271 Plumbing Codes 1
Investigates certain standards of the Uniform Plumbing Code. Covers the principles of plumbing design, materials and installation standards related to dwelling construction. F
3 Credits
BLD272 Plumbing Codes 2
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
3 Credits
BLD280A Cooperative Work Experience
Offers placement in a business, agency, and/or industry for on-the-job training related to the student's curriculum. Prerequisite: Determined by each curriculum. Guidelines on file in the Cooperative Work Experience office and with each curriculum's CWE Instructor and Director.
1 Credits
BLD280B Cooperative Work Experience
Offers placement in a business, agency, and/or industry for on-the-job training related to the student's curriculum. Prerequisite: Determined by each curriculum. Guidelines on file in the Cooperative Work Experience office and with each curriculum's CWE Instructor and Director.
2 Credits
BLD280C Cooperative Work Experience
Offers placement in a business, agency, and/or industry for on-the-job training related to the student's curriculum. Prerequisite: Determined by each curriculum. Guidelines on file in the Cooperative Work Experience office and with each curriculum's CWE Instructor and Director.
3 Credits
BLD280D Cooperative Work Experience
Offers placement in a business, agency, and/or industry for on-the-job training related to the student's curriculum. Prerequisite: Determined by each curriculum. Guidelines on file in the Cooperative Work Experience office and with each curriculum's CWE Instructor and Director.
4 Credits
BLD280E Cooperative Work Experience
Offers placement in a business, agency, and/or industry for on-the-job training related to the student's curriculum. Prerequisite: Determined by each curriculum. Guidelines on file in the Cooperative Work Experience office and with each curriculum's CWE Instructor and Director.
5 Credits
BLD280F Cooperative Work Experience
Offers placement in a business, agency, and/or industry for on-the-job training related to the student's curriculum. Prerequisite: Determined by each curriculum. Guidelines on file in the Cooperative Work Experience office and with each curriculum's CWE Instructor and Director.
6 Credits
BLD280G Cooperative Work Experience
Offers placement in a business, agency, and/or industry for on-the-job training related to the student's curriculum. Prerequisite: Determined by each curriculum. Guidelines on file in the Cooperative Work Experience office and with each curriculum's CWE Instructor and Director.
7 Credits
BLD280H Cooperative Work Experience
Offers placement in a business, agency, and/or industry for on-the-job training related to the student's curriculum. Prerequisite: Determined by each curriculum. Guidelines on file in the Cooperative Work Experience office and with each curriculum's CWE Instructor and Director.
8 Credits
BLD280I Cooperative Work Experience
Offers placement in a business, agency, and/or industry for on-the-job training related to the student's curriculum. Prerequisite: Determined by each curriculum. Guidelines on file in the Cooperative Work Experience office and with each curriculum's CWE Instructor and Director.
9 Credits
BLD280J Cooperative Work Experience
Offers placement in a business, agency, and/or industry for on-the-job training related to the student's curriculum. Prerequisite: Determined by each curriculum. Guidelines on file in the Cooperative Work Experience office and with each curriculum's CWE Instructor and Director.
10 Credits
BLD280L Cooperative Work Experience
Offers placement in a business, agency, and/or industry for on-the-job training related to the student's curriculum. Prerequisite: Determined by each curriculum. Guidelines on file in the Cooperative Work Experience office and with each curriculum's CWE Instructor and Director.
12 Credits
BLD291 One/Two-Family Electrical Code
Covers general wiring design, methods and equipment, as related to one- and two-family dwelling applications. Sp
3 Credits
BLD292A Intern'tl Residentl Code (Str)
Covers the structural portion of the International Residential Specialty Code as it relates to residential constructional and other applicable codes. F
3 Credits
BLD292B Intern'tl Residentl Code(Mech)
Covers the mechanical portion of the International Residential Specialty Code as it relates to residential construction and applicable codes. W
3 Credits
XBLD9000B Construction Print Reading
Provides instruction in reading construction drawings used in both residential and commercial construction. Introduces to 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.
2 CEU
XBLD9000C GES: Principles of Green Bldgs
Provides an introduction in how to improve building energy efficiency. May be used to prepare for green building industry certification.
3 CEU
XBLD9000D Oregon Bldg Code Update
Provides history and overview of the Oregon Building Code changes.
.8 CEU
XBLD9000E HB3462 Plumbing Inspector
Offers applicants approved by the Oregon Building Codes Division for the Specialized Plumbing Inspector Certification program certification training to inspect specific plumbing and piping systems conveying potable water, storm, or domestic sanitary sewage in buildings less than 75 feet above grade in height as defined in the Oregon Structural Specialty Code and containing a building water service less than two inches in nominal interior diameter. Prerequisite: Pre-approved by the Oregon Building Codes Division. Offered as needed
2 CEU
XBLD9000F HB3462 Solar Inspector
Offers applicants approved by the Oregon Building Codes Division for the Specialized Solar PV Inspector Certification program certification training to conduct inspections of the structural and electrical systems for solar PV installations up to 25 Kw that follow the prescriptive installation provisions in section 305.4 of the Oregon Solar Installation Specialty Code. Prerequisite: Pre-approval by the Oregon Building Codes Division. Offered as needed
.8 CEU
XBLD9000G 2010 OR Energy Code Changes
Summarizes interpretations of energy use related to the 2010 Oregon Energy Efficiency Specialty Code. Covers energy use, organization and makeup of the code chapters, energy and the building envelope, energy and mechanical systems, and the energy savings in lighting systems. Offered as needed
.35 CEU
XBLD9000H HB3462 Electric Inspector Cert
Provides certification training to inspect non-complex electrical systems in buildings less than 75 feet above grade as defined in the Oregon Structural Specialty Code (OSSC) where the building service or the feeder to the electrical installation being inspected is not more than 400 amps at less than 150 volts to ground or 200 amps at 150 volts or more to ground. Prerequisite: Pre-approval by the Oregon Building Codes Division for the Specialized Electrical Inspector Certification program. Offered as needed
3 CEU
XBLD9000J Green Building Certification
Introduces green building rating systems with a concentration on LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) and the five pillars of green building. Offered as needed
.2 CEU
XBLD9000K Intro to Photovoltaic Systems
Provides an introduction to the fundamental principles of the application, design, installation and operation of grid-tied and stand-alone photovoltaic (PV) systems. Prepares participants for the North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP) PV Entry Level exam. Offered as needed
4 CEU
XBLD9000L 2010 OSSC Chapter 11/ADA
Covers the Oregon Structural Specialty Code Revised Accessibility Provisions. Provides a working knowledge of the accessibility criteria as proposed in the 2010 OSSC Accessibility revisions based on the incorporation of the 2009 International Building Code and 2010 ADA Standards. Offered as needed
.4 CEU
XBLD9000M Introduction to Sustainability
Introduces basics of sustainability including system thinking perspectives and The Natural Step, a scientifically based decision making process. Offered as needed
.4 CEU
XBLD9000N HB3462 Spec Fnl Insp Cert Trng
Provides cross-certified training to conduct final inspections of one- and two-family residences. Includes structural, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems. Covers mechanical, electrical and plumbing for water heater replacement or mechanical and electrical inspections of certain furnace and heat pump replacements. Offered as needed
2.8 CEU
XBLD9000P Essentials/Energy Efficiency
Introduces elements of energy efficiency in building and manufacturing settings. Covers the building as a system: insulation lighting, windows, HVAC, and equipment, and highlights best practices and resources available in Oregon. Offered as needed
.2 CEU