How to Perform Deck Inspections Video Course
This online video course teaches the inspector to perform residential and commercial wood deck inspections. It includes a review of all common deck defects.
Goal:
This course teaches the inspector to perform residential and commercial wood deck inspections. It includes a review of all common deck defects.
Objectives:
Upon successful completion of this
course, the student will be able to:
- list and describe the major components of a deck;
- distinguish between proper and improper installation techniques;
- identify and describe common major structural and safety problems; and
- communicate to a client indications of defects.
Course includes:
- 2,631 words;
- 41 minutes of video;
- student book;
- inspection and writing assignment;
- research and writing assignment;
- 19 quiz questions in 5 quizzes;
- 25-question final exam (drawn from a larger pool);
- instant grading; and
- a downloadable, printable Certificate of Completion.
How to Perform Deck Inspections Video Course Course # 3614 | ||
Activity | Assignments | Estimated hours for the average student |
Academic Engagement | Reading online course instructional material at 140 words per minute | 0.3 |
Watching and listening to instructional video | 0.7 | |
Taking quizzes | 0.6 | |
Taking the exam | 0.7 | |
Conducting a directed and independent inspection study performed according to the Standards of Practice, including the development of an inspection report | 4.0 | |
Submitting an inspection and writing assignment | 0.5 | |
Submitting a research and writing assignment | 0.5 | |
Total | 7.3 | |
Preparation | Studying and reviewing instructional material in preparation for taking quizzes and exam | 1.0 |
Reading the downloaded student course book including taking the quizzes with the book | 0.3 | |
Reading, research, and studying related to completing the research and writing assignment | 4.0 | |
Studying and preparing for inspection processes according to a Standards of Practice, including capturing and storing digital images with a camera or device, making observations, evaluating conditions, deducing, formulating opinions, communicating observations in written form, attaining competency in performing inspections and using an inspection checklist or software and other inspection tools in producing a report. | 10.0 | |
Total | 15.3 | |
Sub Total | 22.6 | |
Overall Total | 23.0 hours / 0.5 SCH | |
This course has been approved by:
- the International Association of Certified Home Inspectors;
- the Master Inspector Certification Board;
- the International Association of Certified Indoor Air Consultants;
- the Certified Commercial Property Inspectors Association; and
- many government agencies and licensing boards.
The course covers the following categories:
- Introduction
- Decks and Similar Structures
- Decks Defined
- Porches
- Verandahs
- Balconies
- Patios
- From the Ground Up
- Deck Load
- Footings and Posts
- Wood Decay
- Moisture and Wood Decay
- The Pick Test
- Support and Connections
- Girders and Beams
- Ledger Connections
- Overhangs
- Framing Around
- Cantilevered Decks
- Bracing
- Connections and Fasteners
- Posts and Rails
- Guardrails and Supports
- Decking
- Board placement and Support
- Stairs
- Stringers, Risers and Treads
- Lighting
- Handrails
- Electrical Receptacles
- Receptacle Requirements
- Weatherproof Receptacles
- Other Considerations
- Location and Egress
Upon completion of this course, the 5 quizzes, and passing of the 25-question final exam (drawn from a larger pool), the student can download and print their own Certificate of Completion which is auto-generated in their own name.
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