Corporate Training By Zack Academy - 6-Hour Utah Code, Energy and Weatherization Continuing Education Online Anytime

Please Note:  Price includes required Utah state fees

Why Should You Take This 6-Hour Utah Code, Energy and Weatherization Continuing Education Online Anytime Course?

It’s important to recognize the fact that without a standard to meet, many buildings would simply be too dangerous and unsafe to occupy or, too costly to maintain. It’s not just safety and use that the code is concerned with. The current, enforceable code also addresses environmental and energy concerns.

The building codes and the building officials that enforce them are there to safeguard the health, safety, property, and public welfare. Building homes that are well protected from the weather is important for all building professionals. The majority of problems stem from improper procedures and workmanship. Sometimes a problem is found in the design of a home, adding to disputes over poor workmanship. The very best defense against moisture issues in a home is in training the workforce in how moisture enters into the internal structural areas of a home and what procedures to use in the many tasks involved to head off these problems.

Learning objectives are provided to facilitate understanding and progress. The assessment at the end of each chapter accurately reflects learning objectives. A 70% score on each assessment is required to move on to the next chapter.

This course meets the following credit requirements:

• Contractors – 3 hrs Core and 3 hrs Professional
• Plumbers – 3 hrs Core and 3 hrs Professional

Is Utah contractor continuing education required?

Yes. The license you are renewing will dictate the number of continuing education hours required:

Contractors: Six hours each licensing cycle, three of which must be “Core” courses and the other three may be either “Professional” or “Core”. Licensing Cycle ends November 30 of odd years (2011, 2013, 2015…)

Plumbers: Twelve hours of Continuing Education each licensing period. Eight hours must be “Core” education and the remaining four can be “Professional” or “Core” related. Licensing Cycle ends November 30th of even years (2012, 2014, 2016)

Electricians: Sixteen hours of Continuing Education each licensing period. Twelve hours must be “Core” education and the remaining four can be “Professional” or “Core” related Licensing Cycle ends November 30th of even years (2012, 2014, 2016…)

Renewal will be not be permitted until Continuing Education is completed and uploaded to the Utah State registry.

Syllabus

Using the Code Book

*Learning Objectives:
1) Be able to confidently use and apply the information in the current code book.
2) Gain an understanding of the permitting process, what documents are required, and what approvals must be received before a permit will be issued.
1. Who Needs a Code Book?
2. Introduction to the Code Book
3. Using the Code Book
4. Permit Process
5. Applying the Logic

Code Tables, Illustrations and Footnotes
*Learning Objectives:
1) Be able to utilize the tools offered by the code to book in order to design and build structurally safe and efficient dwellings.
2) Recognize the wealth of information that can found in the footnotes.
1. Use of Tables, Illustrations and Footnotes
2. IRC examples
3. OSHA examples
4. IECC examples

2009 Residential Code
*Learning Objective:
1) Summarize the most important aspects of the first nine chapters of the 2009 IRC.
1. Chapters 1 - 5
2. Chapters 6 - 9

Energy Code
*Learning Objectives:
1) Describe the details regarding the building features and equipment systems as they pertain to energy codes.
2) Recognize how the changes can ultimately reduce and conserve energy consumption.
1. Administration
2. Definitions
3. Insulation
4. Resource and Energy Efficient Building Systems

Code Tables, Illustrations and Footnotes
*Learning Objectives:
1) Be able to utilize the tools offered by the code to book in order to design and build structurally safe and efficient dwellings.
2) Recognize the wealth of information that can found in the footnotes.
1. Use of Tables, Illustrations and Footnotes
2. IRC examples
3. OSHA examples
4. IECC examples

2009 Residential Code
*Learning Objective:
1) Summarize the most important aspects of the first nine chapters of the 2009 IRC.
1. Chapters 1 - 5
2. Chapters 6 - 9

Energy Code
*Learning Objectives:
1) Describe the details regarding the building features and equipment systems as they pertain to energy codes.
2) Recognize how the changes can ultimately reduce and conserve energy consumption.
1. Administration
2. Definitions
3. Insulation
4. Resource and Energy Efficient Building Systems

Building Planning and Permits

*Learning Objectives:
1) Recognize the causes of high humidity in homes and how housewraps and flashings work.
2) Describe some of the steps and terminology for installing flashings and code minimums.
3) Know how to prepare window and door openings for proper installation.

Wall Construction
1. Wall Framing
2. Vapor Diffusion Problems
3. Recommendations
4. House Wrap and Underlayment 5. Window and Door Openings
6. Flashing and Caulking
7. Siding

Roof Construction
1. Skylights
2. Moisture Penetration
3. Roof Valleys
4. Shingles and Shakes
5. Roof Sheathing
6. Repairs
7. Flashing

Window and Door Installation
1. Windows, Doors and Skylights
2. Proper Flashing
3. Door and Window Installation

Weatherization III (this lesson is in both video and text format)
*Learning Objectives:
1) Recognize the purpose of ventilation and ventilation requirements.
2) Understand how a capillary break works with other components to prevent moisture intrusion.
3) Be aware of consumer remedies and contractor responsibilities. Ventilation System Installation and Requirements
1. Code
2. Attic Ventilation
3. Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning

Building Envelope Best Practices
1. Moisture Retarding Construction
2. Capillary Breaks
3. House Wrap Installation
4. Window and Door Installation
5. Siding Installation
6. Roofing Best Practices

Consumer Remedies
1. Common Mistakes
2. Preventative Measures
3. Warranties
4. Complaints
5. Arbitration and Dispute Resolution