Course description
This course will introduce students to the codes and standards that are being used in design and construction. These codes and standards are normally enforced by local building plans examiners and inspectors during the process of building applications. The course will review the building code, amendments, ASHRAE standards and energy codes. The course will include a road map about where and how to find applicable codes and how to avoid being confused about the various rules and regulations that are circulating in the industry. The focus will be on building systems including new construction, renovation and building audits.
Course details
Credit transfer
Have you taken this course or an equivalent course? Contact the Credit Transfer Office.
Registration dates
Not all courses are offered each term.
Winter 2025 registration opens November 4, 2024. Spring 2025 registration opens March 17, 2025.Delivery options
In person: classes held in person on a campus/site in a classroom/lab/shop/studio for the course duration
Online - Asynchronous: 100% online delivery, no scheduled day or time course requirements with the instructor, assigned due dates
Online - Synchronous: 100% online delivery, scheduled day and time course requirements with the instructor, assigned due dates
Hybrid: any combination of in person, timetabled, on campus, online, and hyflex delivery