This subject focuses on the following structural components of a residential dwelling: foundations and footings, floors, walls, and roof/ceiling structures. Students learn to apply knowledge of structures to inspections that focus on system performance, safety concerns and compliance with good construction practices.
Thoroughly covers footings and foundations, floors, wall systems and roof framing. Provides both general and specific strategies for evaluating cracks.
- Dozens of detailed illustrations parallel the textual discussion.
- Learning Objectives, Key Words and margin notes highlight key topics.
- Quick Quizzes help readers test their understanding.
- Inspection Checklists summarize the components and problems covered and provide a set of inspection field notes.
- Inspection Procedures and Standards of Practice help readers develop a consistent inspection methodology to complement their technical knowledge.
- Field Exercises give readers an opportunity to turn text study into real world experience.
Course Prerequisite (s)
- None
