A Comparative Analysis of Envelope and Structural Building Criteria
Total Credits: 2 including 2 Minnesota Residential Building Contractor, 2 Wisconsin Dwelling Contractor
- Faculty:
- Greg Karow
- Duration:
- 2 Hours
- Format:
- Audio and Video
- License:
- Access till 03/31/2025 after purchase.
Description
This course presents two specific topics found in the 2020 Minnesota residential code and the Wisconsin Uniform Dwelling Code for structural comparison and energy codes envelope criteria. The course keys in on subject matters that are similar and unique to each state. Multiple illustrations and examples are used for clarification and interpretation.
Course Outline- Introduction
- Course description
- Intent of the material presented
- Definitions
- Conditioned Floor Area
- Infiltration
- Component Insulation
- Component Insulation
- Basement Walls
- Crawl Spaces
- Vapor Retarder
- Thermal Envelope
- Slab on Grade
- Infiltration
- Roof Load
- Floor Load
- Footings
- Foundations
- Footings Frost Protection
- Foundation Drainage
- Concrete Floors on Ground
- Load Path
- Beam Design
- Summary
Learner Objectives
- Navigate through the code more efficiently and effectively
- Be better suited to analyze what the code says and what it doesn’t say
- Be better equipped to share information that is accurate and concise
Quiz Info
In order to receive continuing education credit(s), you will need to take a 10-question quiz after each hour of the course. To pass each quiz, you will need to achieve a score of 70% or higher. If you are unsuccessful, you will have an opportunity to repeat the quiz. Once you have successfully completed the course, you can download your continuing education certificate(s) showing the credit(s) that you have earned.
Credit Info
This course has been approved for two hours of MN residential contractor, remodeler, and roofer continuing education by the Minnesota Department of Labor & Industry, and two hours of WI Dwelling Contractor Qualifier continuing education by the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services.
If you are eligible to receive continuing education credits, your information will be electronically reported to the appropriate agency within 3 business days of course completion.
Access Info
Your online course is accessible 24/7. The course will be available to you through March 31, 2025.
Questions and Comments
Questions and comments related to the curriculum for this course may be submitted to the instructor at education@housingfirstmn.org.
Handouts
| A Comparative Analysis of Envelope and Structural Building Criteria Handout (2.9 MB) | 29 Pages | Available after Purchase |
Faculty
Greg Karow Related Seminars and Products
Code Educational Opportunities
Greg is the owner of Code Educational Opportunities and has an extensive background in developing and presenting all types of building code and related courses. Most recently, he was a building official for the City of Winona, MN. As a staff Instructor with the International Code Council and as a building code representative with the State of Minnesota Codes and Standards Division, He has traveled locally, throughout the United States, and abroad providing training to contractors, building officials and inspectors, design professionals, and other individuals with a vested interest in the codes. Greg served as an adjunct faculty in the Building Inspection Technology program at Inver Hills Community College in MN. In previous career paths, he has worked in the lumber industry, truss industry, and as a general contractor. Greg holds certifications as an ICC and State of MN Certified Building Official, ICC Plans Examiner, ICC Building Inspector, and ICC Building Code Specialist. Greg holds a certificate of completion in the Building Inspection Technology program as well as background and education in the architectural drafting field.