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Instructor: Terry Knox Description: This one full day course helps building department professionals enhance communication, strengthen teamwork, deliver exceptional service, and maintain a positive public image while effectively managing challenging situations.

Instructor: Hope Medina Description: This hands-on class will focus on the types of plans that are often permitted to be reviewed as over the counter. These types of plans would include basement finishes, small alterations, decks , and other small plans. Not everyone has had the opportunity to walk through these types of plans, or […]

Instructor: Bill Clayton Description: This full day class is designed for residential inspectors that are moving into the area of commercial inspections. The class will briefly discuss the preparation and tools needed to conduct an inspection and the interaction between the inspector and contractor. The majority of the class will focus on the technique and […]

Instructor: Steve Thomas Description: Reviews the changes from the 2021 edition to the 2024 edition of the International Building Code. The background behind any of the changes will be discussed to provide the participant with an understanding of the intent of the changes and how to apply it to their everyday work. Subjects covered in […]

Instructor: Hope Medina Description: A building doesn't just appear. It starts with the design of the building, and ends with it being inspected. What should be provided on the plans and what should I be looking for when reviewing a project to get the desired results in the field by the contractors and inspectors for […]

Instructor: Bill Clayton Description: Overview of the requirements for multi- family dwellings in the International Building Code. Type V-A construction may be the most difficult type of construction to build a structure by. This seminar discusses the design, construction and inspection of Group R-2 occupancies including, building planning, fire-resistive rated construction, fire protection requirements and […]

Instructor: Joshua Harmon Description: This course is a practical, code-focused training program designed specifically for residential contractors, remodelers, and small-to-mid-size builders and incorporates business-minded considerations while blending the latest model code updates— including energy and mechanical system changes, and enforcement trends — with real-world building science fundamentals that directly affect durability, comfort, and occupant safety.

Instructor: Hope Medina Description: There are a lot of requirements in the energy code, and are there any tools to assist with figuring out the compliance of a project for mechanical systems. This session will walk you through two software reports for heating and cooling load calculations. This session will also take a look at […]

Instructor: Hope Medina Description: There are a lot of requirements in the energy code, and are there any tools to assist with figuring out the compliance of a project for mechanical systems. This session will walk you through two software reports for heating and cooling load calculations. This session will also take a look at […]

Instructor: Bill Clayton Description: Review the changes from the 2021 edition to the 2024 edition of the International Residential Code. The background behind many of the changes will be discussed to provide the participant with an understanding of the intent of the changes and how to apply them to their everyday work. Discussion covered in […]

Instructor: Andre Jean Description: This course offers an in-depth look at how the International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) regulates exterior energy use, with a focus on outdoor lighting, heated exterior elements, and semi-conditioned spaces. Attendees will explore key code sections from the 2021 and 2024 editions, identify major changes affecting compliance and inspection, and gain […]

Instructor: Andre Jean Description: Discover the enduring benefits of heat pump technology in this comprehensive course designed for building professionals, energy consultants, and contractors. This course delves into the pivotal role of heat pumps in achieving compliance with the Energy Code. Participants will explore how heat pumps contribute to maintaining safe, energy-efficient structures while reducing […]

Instructor: Bill Clayton Description: A high-level overview of the Washington Residential Code providing information that is relevant to new code officials. Explores the major provisions of the 2021 Washington Residential Code. The presentation includes detailed discussions of the provisions addressing the following issues: building planning; foundation, floor, wall and roof construction; exterior wall finishes; and […]

Instructor: Andre Jean Description: Discover the enduring benefits of heat pump technology in this comprehensive course designed for building professionals, energy consultants, and contractors. This course delves into the pivotal role of heat pumps in achieving compliance with the Energy Code. Participants will explore how heat pumps contribute to maintaining safe, energy-efficient structures while reducing […]

Instructor: Bill Clayton Description: Provides new residential inspectors with basic techniques and an understanding of conducting inspections of one & two dwelling and townhouse buildings. The discussion will include preparation, presentation and inspections of the building, plumbing, mechanical and electrical portions of a building.

Instructor: Hope Medina Description: There is always a lot of focus on the thermal envelope, and rightfully so. That doesn't mean that other provisions aren't as important. Let's take a venture in the back half of the residential energy code to look at the provisions found for mechanical, lighting and power, and what is available […]

Instructor: Troy Jones Description: A building doesn't just appear. It starts with the design of the building, and ends with it being inspected. What are things that I should be inspecting in the mechanical system to ensure we have an energy efficient system? We are going to review these questions with examples from plans and […]

Instructor: Hope Medina Description: A building doesn't just appear. It starts with the design of the building, and ends with it being inspected. What are things that I should be inspecting in the mechanical system to ensure we have an energy efficient system? We are going to review these questions with examples from plans and […]