Instructor: Richard Bennett, Ph.D., P.E. The masonry design standards, TMS 402/602 Building Code Requirements and Specification for Masonry Structures were updated in 2022 following a 6-year revision cycle. Learn the...
This class will cover how to classify hazardous materials in accordance with the International Fire Code. We will discuss how to use the maximum allowable quantity table in Chapter 50...
Instructor: Andrew W. Taylor, Ph.D., S.E., FACI Floor vibrations are becoming an increasingly important design challenge as more buildings are constructed (or remodeled) to contain vibration-sensitive occupancies. Some examples are...
This seminar will assist participants in transitioning from the 2018 International Fire Code® (IFC®) to the 2024 IFC. This course will focus on the major changes and their effects on...
Recent advances, including substantial new research, have enabled reinforcing steels of higher strengths to be a viable option in a variety of applications in reinforced concrete structures. This webinar presents...
This seminar explores select significant changes from the 2021 to the 2024 editions of the International Existing Building Code® (IEBC®). Topics of discussion include historic buildings, additions, fire protection systems,...
This 6-hour seminar covers the concepts of the mechanical code. It familiarizes building officials, plans examiners, inspectors and design professionals with the structure of the International Mechanical Code. It assists...
This class addresses the necessary soft skills for success as an inspector—those non-technical traits and behaviors that enhance an inspector’s ability to interact with others and to successfully carry out...
This course serves as a refresher for ICC’s When Disaster Strikes – Evaluator and provides requisite training to recertify qualified Post-disaster Building Safety Evaluators. When Disaster Strikes – Evaluator is...
There has been a notable expansion of the use of mass timber construction in North America in recent years. Sustainability and aesthetics are key drivers for mass timber construction, and...
This program will focus on Chapter 14 of the International Building Code and Chapters 3 & 7 of the International Residential Code. These chapters focus on requirement of exterior wall...
This seminar educates new code officials in basic concepts of code enforcement and provides an opportunity to master skills that are fundamental to performing the duties of a code official....
Long span garages are very common across the United States and are typically designed using relatively thin post-tensioned one-way slabs that are supported by post-tensioned beams and girders. The beams...
The 66 - Fire Inspector I Certification Test Academy features expert instruction and includes interactive review exercises, practice exams and individual and group-based activities to help you get better prepared...
All too often before and after a disaster, an affected community is left on its own to struggle with preparing to respond to the event and then assessing and dealing...
The latest edition of ACI 318 Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete was released at the end of January, 2025, although a printed version is still not available as of...
While being the oldest thermal insulation it is often the most misunderstood. This course examines cellulose insulation from a historical, building science and construction codes perspectives. Improper use of CI...
This class provides a comprehensive explanation of the 2021 International Residential Code® (IRC®) Wood Wall bracing requirements. The seminar will focus on code requirements and application to design while clarifying...
The latest edition of ACI 318 Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete was released at the end of January 2025, although a printed version is still not available as of...
This Institute provides the permit technician with the knowledge, skills and abilities needed to perform their jobs in code administration: legal aspects, code language, code enforcement, reading construction documents, performing...
Mass timber continues to rise in popularity for its sustainability and structural performance - but ensuring the safety and longevity of these systems requires careful attention to connection design. This...
Mid-career residential inspectors and plans examiners will find this seminar insightful as will designers looking for a review of new requirements for fire-resistance between dwelling and townhome units, addition of...
While much less common than in structural steel, welding has many applications for steel reinforcement in cast-in-place and precast concrete construction. This webinar will cover welding of steel reinforcement in...