How to Perform Deck Inspections Video Course
Welcome to InterNACHI's free online "How to Perform Deck Inspections Video Course." This course is provided by our accredited college at internachi.edu.
This online video course teaches the inspector to perform residential and commercial wood deck inspections. It includes a review of all common deck defects.
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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:
- 1 InterNACHI® CE credit hours;
- 2,631 words;
- 45 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.
You will learn the following topics:
- 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
| How to Perform Deck Inspections Video Course | ||
|---|---|---|
| Course #3614, Student Catalog | ||
| www.nachi.org/deck-inspections-video-course | ||
| Student Work | Time Calculation | Estimated Clock Hour Time for the Average Student |
| Attendance for "Seat Time" 1 | # of minutes of student attendance / 50 | 2.0 |
| Participation in Learning Activities 2 | # of minutes of online student participation / 50 | 0.5 |
| Interactivity 3 | # of minutes of student interactivity / 50 | 0.5 |
| Reading the Course Text 4 | # of words in the course / 100 words per minute / 50 | 1.0 |
| Reading the Course Textbook 5 | # of words in the book / 100 words per minute / 50 | 1.0 |
| Academic Engagement 6 | # of words in the course / 100 / 50 | 0.5 |
| Direct Communication 7 | # of minutes of communication / 50 | 0.5 |
| Instructional Video Learning 8 | # of minutes of video / 50 | 1.0 |
| Reinforcement Q & A 9 | # of questions X 1.85 / 50 | 0.8 |
| Writing Assignment of the Inspection 10 | 4.0 hours per assignment | 4.0 |
| Writing Assignment of the Research 11 | 4.0 hours per assignment | 4.0 |
| Academic Activities for an Inspection 12 | 8.0 hours for each inspection assignment | 8.0 |
| Performing an Inspection 13 | 8.0 hours for each inspection | 8.0 |
| * nachi.org/catalog-credit-hour-calculation | 29.8 | |
| Total clock hours | 30.0 clock hours 30.0 InterNACHI CE Hours 3.0 CEU | |
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.
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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