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Course Description

This course provides students with thorough academic preparation for becoming a knowledgeable and competent home inspector. Topics include licensing law, building science fundamentals, principles of house construction and applicable building code history, and an in-depth and on-going review of the "Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics". A thorough study of house systems that must be inspected -- structure, roof, exterior, interior, heating and cooling, electrical, plumbing, insulation, ventilation, and appliances, will be covered. Time will also be spent on developing inspection report writing skills. This course is approved by the North Carolina Home Inspection Licensure Board, and meets their standard for the classroom training required in preparation to sit for the licensing exam. It is also approved by the South Carolina Residential Builder's Commission as preparation for their exam.

Course Outline

  • North Carolina Home Inspection Administrative Code and General Statutes
  • Inspection Techniques and Report Writing
  • The House System
  • Legal, Safety, and Marketing Issues
  • Field Work
  • Building Science for Inspectors

Learner Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this class, students will have the knowledge to perform home inspections.

  • Students will have the knowledge necessary for an understanding of how a house operates as a system, and be able to apply this knowledge to the home inspection process.
  • Students will gain an understanding of the "Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics", and be able to apply them to the inspection process.
  • Students will gain an understanding of inspection report writing, ensuring that they are able to produce a clear, understandable report that meets and exceeds all state standards.

Notes

Evaluations will consist of exams, competencies, field inspections, and report writing. Student are expected to maintain at least 70% attendance. 
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Section Title
Professional Home Inspector
FIS ID
331715
Section Schedule
Jan 13, 2025 to Apr 26, 2025
Type
Discussion / Lecture
Days
M, W
Time
6:00PM to 9:00PM
Dates
Jan 13, 2025 to Jan 15, 2025
Type
Discussion / Lecture
Days
Sa
Time
8:00AM to 5:00PM
Dates
Jan 18, 2025
Type
Discussion / Lecture
Days
W, M
Time
6:00PM to 9:00PM
Dates
Jan 22, 2025 to Mar 05, 2025
Type
Discussion / Lecture
Days
Sa
Time
8:00AM to 12:00PM
Dates
Feb 01, 2025
Type
Discussion / Lecture
Days
Sa
Time
8:00AM to 5:00PM
Dates
Feb 15, 2025
Type
Discussion / Lecture
Days
Sa
Time
8:00AM to 12:00PM
Dates
Mar 01, 2025
Type
Discussion / Lecture
Days
M, W
Time
6:00PM to 9:00PM
Dates
Mar 17, 2025 to Apr 23, 2025
Type
Discussion / Lecture
Days
Sa
Time
8:00AM to 5:00PM
Dates
Mar 22, 2025
Type
Discussion / Lecture
Days
Sa
Time
8:00AM to 12:00PM
Dates
Apr 05, 2025
Type
Discussion / Lecture
Days
Sa
Time
8:00AM to 5:00PM
Dates
Apr 26, 2025
Schedule and Location
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Contact Hours
129.0
Location
  • Harper Campus / CPCC
Delivery Options
CLASS  
Course Fee(s)
Reg fee greater than 50 hours non-credit $180.00
Additional Fee(s)
CAPS Fee $12.00 Mandatory
TECH Fee $5.00 Mandatory
CEUs
12.9 CEUs
Drop Request Deadline
Jan 06, 2025
Transfer Request Deadline
Jan 06, 2025
Section Notes
There is a required textbook. This class does not include the required 80 hours of field training to obtain a license in the state of North Carolina.
Section Materials
  • Textbook (Mandatory) Principles of Home Inspection: Systems and Standards by Carson Dunlap & Associates © 2019 Dearborn Real Estate Education 3rd edition ISBN 978-1078801386
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