Corporate Training By Zack Academy - 7-Hour Minnesota Code/Energy Efficient Building Continuing Education Online Anytime

Why Should You Take This 7-Hour Minnesota Code/Energy Efficient Building Continuing Education Online Anytime course?

In Minnesota, all building contractors and remodelers who contract with a homeowner to construct or improve dwellings by offering more than one special skill must be licensed. 14 hours of state-approved continuing education is required for every two year licensing cycle to maintain this license. At least one hour of Energy Code must be included for every two-year licensing period. There is no longer a requirement for one hour of lead paint training. That requirement changed to Energy Code several years ago.

This 7-Hour Minnesota Code/Energy Efficient Building Continuing Education Online Anytime course is approved by the State of Minnesota and fulfills 7 credit hours of continued education toward the Minnesota Builders license, Contractors license or Manufactured Home Installer license. This is the fastest and most convenient method of completing your Minnesota builders and remodelers continued education.

Please Note:  Half of the builders and remodelers in Minnesota must renew each year by March 31st. The State of Minnesota will not allow you to take the same course twice within a 2 year cycle.  Students will have up to six months of access to course content.

If you have specific questions about your Minnesota Builders Licesne, they should be directed to the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry at 651-284-5012

Important:  This course is approved for Residential Builders, Home Installers and Building Officials. You will have access to this course for one year, although we will extend that time if needed.

What Will Be Included In This 7-Hour Minnesota Code/Energy Efficient Building Continuing Education Online Anytime course?

Code: Students successfully completing this portion of the course will gain confidence in their ability to use and understand the current Minnesota Residential Code. It is 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. The building codes, and the building officials that enforce them, are there to safeguard the health, safety, property, and public welfare of the residents of Minnesota.

Energy Efficient Building: Even as technological innovation creates new construction possibilities, incorporating energy-efficiency into building projects can not only provide a better quality of life, but also protect the environment. A comprehensive approach to resource and energy efficiency is the best method to achieve a resource and energy efficient building. This chapter will help builders
identify important considerations and then apply those principles to a specific project.

COURSE OUTLINE:

Code I

Objectives: 1) Understand where the code is enforced and how to use the 2007 Minnesota Residential Code Book and be able to recognize items unique to Minnesota. 2) Define the purpose of building codes and the value added through the process of building inspection. 3) Identify who is responsible for code enforcement, including the process of plan review through certificate of
occupancy.

Code II

Objectives: 1) Differentiate between residential structure classes recognize the difference between live load and dead load, and what "habitable spaces" means. 2) Describe some of the specific requirements for residential structures, e.g., doors, windows and garages.

Code III

Objectives: 1) Identify limitations of floor joists, and limits when cutting and notching. 2) Understand limitations that apply to wood framing, unit masonry and ICF wall construction. 3) Be aware of ventilation requirements, interior and exterior finishes, fasteners, and water resistive barriers, weep screeds and flashings.

Energy Efficient Building

Objectives: 1) Have an appreciation for energy consumption and the need for healthy, "green" energy. 2) Understand the importance of building placement on the lot, "Brownfield" site clean-up methods and the need for soil erosion control and basic methods. 3) Have an understanding of material properties, recycling and finally, the process for LEED certification.

Assessment

Final Exam

Syllabus

COURSE OUTLINE:

Code I

Objectives: 1) Understand where the code is enforced and how to use the 2007 Minnesota Residential Code Book and be able to recognize items unique to Minnesota. 2) Define the purpose of building codes and the value added through the process of building inspection. 3) Identify who is responsible for code enforcement, including the process of plan review through certificate of 
occupancy.

Introduction to the Minnesota Residential Code Book

1. Minnesota State Residential Code, Chapter 1309
2. Minnesota Code Format
3. Chapter Overviews
4. Permits and Zoning

Chapter 1300 Administration and Logic

1. Purpose, Application and Scope
2. Duties and Powers of the Building Official
3. Permits, Fees and Certificate of Occupancy
4. Applying the Logic of the Code Book

Minnesota Revisions and Definitions

1. Revisions of the IRC
2. Adoption of the IRC by Reference
3. Definitions

Assessment

Code II

Objectives: 1) Differentiate between residential structure classes recognize the difference between live load and dead load, and what "habitable spaces" means. 2) Describe some of the specific requirements for residential structures, e.g., doors, windows and garages.

Chapter 3 Planning I

1. Classification, Design Criteria
2. Light, Ventilation and Heating
3. Minimum Area, Ceiling Height, Sanitation, Glazing, Garages
4. Emergency Escape Openings

Chapter 3 Planning II

1. Means of Egress
2. Stairway Requirements and Guards
3. Smoke Alarms, Foam Plastic, and Flame Spread
4. Dwelling Unit Separation
5. Moisture and Protection Against Decay

Chapter 4 Foundations

1. General Requirements and Materials
2. Footings
3. Foundation Anchorage
4. Foundation and Retaining Walls
5. Waterproofing and Dampproofing
6. Columns and Under-floor Space

Assessment

Code III

Objectives: 1) Identify limitations of floor joists, and limits when cutting and notching. 2) Understand limitations that apply to wood framing, unit masonry and ICF wall construction. 3) Be aware of ventilation requirements, interior and exterior finishes, fasteners, and water resistive barriers, weep screeds and flashings.

Chapters 5-6 Structure

1. Wood Floor Framing
2. Wood Wall Framing
3. Masonry Construction
4. ICF Construction
5. Exterior Windows and Glass Doors

Chapters 7-8-9 Wall Covering, Roofing and Exteriors

1. Wall Covering: Interior and Exterior
2. Wood Roof Framing
3. Roof Ventilation, Attic Access and Insulation Clearance
4. Roof Coverings, Reroofing

Assessment

Energy Efficient Building

Objectives: 1) Have an appreciation for energy consumption and the need for healthy, "green" energy. 2) Understand the importance of building placement on the lot, "Brownfield" site clean-up methods and the need for soil erosion control and basic methods. 3) Have an understanding of material properties, recycling and finally, the process for LEED certification.

1. Environmental Concerns and Implications
2. Evaluating the Site and Remediation Strategies: Building orientation, erosion, water
3. "Green" power generation: solar, performance, varying sources
4. Photovoltaic, geothermal, recycling, air quality, LEED Rating System

Assessment
Final Exam