Commercial Building Inspector

Designed for non-technical support staff or those wishing to change their career path to code enforcement, this program provides training on the basic code requirements of the permit technician and helps prepare individuals for national certification testing. The first phase of the program begins with building a firm foundation on what basic code enforcement is, and ends with students being taught the basics of blueprint reading. This course will cover the functions and typical procedures of a building department including: Types of regulations Zoning aspects Planning Building codes Local ordinances Using well-illustrated workbooks that provide examples of common code situations with practical problem-solving applications, the International Building Code© is discussed. Instructors will emphasize intent and rationale while working with difficult or unusual field situations, assisting students in identifying alternatives that satisfy the overall objective of the code. The final phase of the program is an opportunity for students to take the knowledge they have learned during the program and apply it to a set of practice certification exam questions. Once the practice test is complete, a qualified instructor will review the practice questions and offer assistance to students on test strategies. The Commercial Building Inspector Certificate Program fee includes all courses, required code books and workbooks, and practice tests. The program can be completed in one trimester, or a student may take up to 18 months to complete the program.