Agenda

Friday August 14, 2020
11:00 am – 3:30 pm CDT (incl. 30-min. break)
2018 International Residential Code

   History of the Code
   The Code Development Process
   Layout of the Code
   Scope of the IRC
   Residential Code Versus the Building Code
   Impact of Other Codes in Residential Construction
   Alternative Means of Compliance
   Referenced Standards
   Understanding Appendices
   Sections for Existing Buildings

Friday, August 28, 2020, 11:00 am – 3:30 pm CDT (incl. 30-min. break)
Building Planning

   Design professionals requirements
   Fire separation distances
   Exterior walls, projections, openings, and penetrations
   Fire resistant construction
   Story height
   Fire protection of floors
   Light and ventilation
   Required heating
   Minimum room areas
   Ceiling heights
   Sanitation and plumbing requirements
   Glazing Garages and carports
   Automatic sprinkler systems
   Smoke and carbon monoxide alarms
   Foam protection
   Flood resistant construction
   Storm shelters
   Mezzanines
   Protection of wood
   Solar energy systems
   Pools and spas

Friday, September 11, 2020, 11:00 am – 3:30 pm CDT (incl. 30-min. break)
Structural Design

   Design parameters
   Alternative design methods
   Applicable climatic and geographic design criteria
   Cladding
   Dead loads and live loads
   Footing sizing and design
   Joist and beam spans
   Floor sheathing
   Header size
   Brace wall design and simplified braced wall design
   Truss design
   Roof framing and sheathing
   Wind and seismic loads
   Bearing strength of soil
   Foundation design
   Wood floor framing
   Out-of-plane force resistance

Friday, September 25, 2020, 11:00 am – 3:30 pm CDT (incl. 30-min. break)
Structural Construction

   Soils
   Foundation methods
   Waterproofing and dampproofing
   Columns
   Footing size and layout
   Retaining walls
   Exterior decks
      • Ledger connections
      • Lateral bracing
      • “H”-frame design and connection
      • Post/beam sizing and connection
      • Pier design          • Fasteners
   Drilling and notching
   Joist spans and reinforcement
   Truss installation and bracing
   General fasteners
   Engineered fasteners

Friday, October 9, 2020, 11:00 am – 3:30 pm CDT (incl. 30-min. break)
Means of Egress

   Emergency escape and rescue openings
   Ramps
   Doors and landing
   Guards
   Window control devices
   Stairs
   Hallways
   Accessibility
   Handrails
   Window fall protection devices
   Garage doors
   Ship ladders and alternating tread devices
   Elevators and platform lifts
   Comparison to IBC requirements

Friday, October 23, 2020, 11:00 am – 3:30 pm CDT (incl. 30-min. break)
Non-Structural Design

   Fire separation distances and planning
   Fireblock materials and locations
   Draftspotting materials and locations
   Fire wall construction Interior wall coverings
   Roof materials    
   Attic access    
   Reroofing
   Exterior wall coverings                
   Flashing
   Roof system ventilation
   Roof insulation                
   Window and doors
   Mounted photovoltaic systems

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     24.0 PDHs

Architects:
     24.0 CE Hours 
     24.0 AIA LU|HSW

International Code Council:
     2.4 CEUs (Building)

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Speakers

Jared Agee, MCP CBO

Division Director of Building and Code Enforcement for St. Charles County, Missouri

Mr. Agee is the director of Building and Code Enforcement for St. Charles County, Missouri. Previously, he worked in urban and suburban municipal governments managing building code enforcement, facilities, and information technology. Prior to his public sector positions, Mr. Agee worked in the construction industry in design and project management.

He has an undergraduate degree in Architectural and Mechanical Design and a graduate degree in Public Administration and Policy Analysis. As a Master Code Professional, Mr. Agee is one of approximately 800 people to obtain the highest level of certification from the International Code Council. He currently holds a total of 28 certifications in building, energy, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, and accessibility areas.

Mr. Agee is a former president of the Missouri Association of Building Officials and Inspectors (MABOI). In addition, he founded Regimen Consulting LLC, which provides code training and technology consultation to various organizations across the country.

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Course Title: 2018 International Residential Code: Fundamental Provisions, Concepts, and Existing Buildings

Delivery Method: Live Online

Course Description: This course examines the history and development of the International Residential Code, how it is organized, and how it differs from the International Building Code.

Learning Objectives:

Learning Objective 1:
Learners will be able to discuss how and why the International Residential Code (IRC) was developed, how it evolves, and how it is organized.

Learning Objective 2:
Learners will be able to explain the scope of the IRC and how it differs from the International Building Code.

Learning Objective 3:
Learners will be able to identify the impact of other codes in residential construction.

Learning Objective 4:
Learners will be able to describe IRC compliance paths, and they will be able to identify sections of the Code that apply to existing buildings.

LUs: 4.0                                                                                              LU Type: LU|HSW

Prerequisites: Familiarity with code compliance

Advance Preparation: None

Program Level: Intermediate

Course Expiration Date: 05/26/2023

Complaint Resolution Policy:

Complaints regarding this course can be emailed to doug@halfmoonseminars.org or by calling (715) 835-5900. A HalfMoon Education representative will respond within 72 hours to resolve the complaint, which will include, but not limited to, access to another CE activity at no or reduced cost or a full or partial refund. Each instance will be resolved on a case-by-case situation.

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Course Title: 2018 International Residential Code: Building Planning

Delivery Method: Live Online

Course Description: This course examines International Residential Code provisions for building systems, including the building shell, fire and smoke protection, story height, heating, lighting, sanitation and plumbing, flood resistance, storm shelters, solar energy, garages, and pools.

Learning Objectives:

Learning Objective 1:
Learners will be able to reference IRC provisions for residential design, including story heights, ceiling heights, exterior walls and openings, flood resistance, and minimum room areas.

Learning Objective 2:
Learners will be able to reference IRC provisions for for fire separation distances, fire protection of floors, and smoke and carbon monoxide alarms.

Learning Objective 3:
Learners will be able to reference IRC provisions for sanitation and plumbing, automatic sprinkler systems, HVAC systems, solar energy systems.

Learning Objective 4:
Learners will be able to reference IRC provisions for garages and carports, mezzanines, pools, spas, and storm shelters.

LUs: 4.0                                                                                              LU Type: LU|HSW

Prerequisites: Familiarity with residential design and construction and code compliance

Advance Preparation: None

Program Level: Intermediate

Course Expiration Date: 05/26/2023

Complaint Resolution Policy:

Complaints regarding this course can be emailed to doug@halfmoonseminars.org or by calling (715) 835-5900. A HalfMoon Education representative will respond within 72 hours to resolve the complaint, which will include, but not limited to, access to another CE activity at no or reduced cost or a full or partial refund. Each instance will be resolved on a case-by-case situation.

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Course Title: 2018 International Residential Code: Structural Design

Delivery Method: Live Online

Course Description: This course examines International Residential Code (IRC) provisions for the structural design of homes, including foundations, framing, trusses and roof design, joist and beam spans, load resistance, cladding, and weather resistance.

Learning Objectives:

Learning Objective 1:
Learners will be able to reference and interpret IRC provisions for foundation design, including the bearing strength of soil and footing sizing and design.

Learning Objective 2:
Learners will be able to reference and interpret IRC provisions for wind, seismic, dead, and live loads that act on residential structures.

Learning Objective 3:
Learners will be able to reference and interpret IRC provisions for brace wall design, joist and beam spans, , floor sheathing, header sizing, wood floor framing, and exterior cladding.

Learning Objective 4:
Learners will be able to reference and interpret IRC provisions for truss design and roof framing and sheathing.

LUs: 4.0                                                                                              LU Type: LU|HSW

Prerequisites: Experience with design, construction and code compliance

Advance Preparation: None

Program Level: Intermediate

Course Expiration Date: 05/26/2023

Complaint Resolution Policy:

Complaints regarding this course can be emailed to doug@halfmoonseminars.org or by calling (715) 835-5900. A HalfMoon Education representative will respond within 72 hours to resolve the complaint, which will include, but not limited to, access to another CE activity at no or reduced cost or a full or partial refund. Each instance will be resolved on a case-by-case situation.

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Course Title: 2018 International Residential Code: Structural Construction

Delivery Method: Live Online

Course Description: This course examines International Residential Code (IRC) provisions for construction methods for structures, including those for foundations, retaining walls, exterior decks, joist spans and reinforcement, fasteners, weatherproofing, and dampproofing.

Learning Objectives:

Learning Objective 1:
Learners will be able to reference and interpret IRC provisions for foundation construction, including footing size and layout and construction methods.

Learning Objective 2:
Learners will be able to reference and interpret IRC provisions for water proofing and damp-proofing homes to prevent flooding, mold and related issues.

Learning Objective 3:
Learners will be able to reference and interpret IRC provisions for exterior decks, including ledger connections, lateral bracing, post and beam sizing and connections, pier design, and required fasteners.

Learning Objective 4:
Learners will be able to reference and interpret IRC provisions for truss design and installation.

LUs: 4.0                                                                                              LU Type: LU|HSW

Prerequisites: Familiarity with design, construction and code compliance

Advance Preparation: None

Program Level: Intermediate

Course Expiration Date: 05/26/2023

Complaint Resolution Policy:

Complaints regarding this course can be emailed to doug@halfmoonseminars.org or by calling (715) 835-5900. A HalfMoon Education representative will respond within 72 hours to resolve the complaint, which will include, but not limited to, access to another CE activity at no or reduced cost or a full or partial refund. Each instance will be resolved on a case-by-case situation.

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Course Title: 2018 International Residential Code: Means of Egress

Delivery Method: Live Online

Course Description: This course examines International Residential Code (IRC) compliance for means of egress, including doors, windows, ramps, hallways, railings, guards, elevators, and accommodations for accessibility.

Learning Objectives:

Learning Objective 1:
Learners will be able to reference and interpret IRC provisions for emergency escapes and rescue openings.

Learning Objective 2:
Learners will be able to reference and interpret IRC provisions for stairs, railings, guardrails, ramps and hallways.

Learning Objective 3:
Learners will be able to reference and interpret IRC provisions for window control and fall prevention devices.

Learning Objective 4:
Learners will be able to reference and interpret IRC provisions for accessibility design for means of egress.

Learning Objective 5:
Learners will be able to reference and interpret IRC provisions for garage doors, elevators, and ship ladders and alternating tread devices.

LUs: 4.0                                                                                              LU Type: LU|HSW

Prerequisites: Familiarity with design, construction and code compliance

Advance Preparation: None

Program Level: Intermediate

Course Expiration Date: 05/26/2023

Complaint Resolution Policy:

Complaints regarding this course can be emailed to doug@halfmoonseminars.org or by calling (715) 835-5900. A HalfMoon Education representative will respond within 72 hours to resolve the complaint, which will include, but not limited to, access to another CE activity at no or reduced cost or a full or partial refund. Each instance will be resolved on a case-by-case situation.

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Course Title: 2018 International Residential Code: Non-Structural Design

Delivery Method: Live Online

Course Description: This course examines International Residential Code (IRC) compliance for non-structural design elements, including wall coverings, fire-blocking materials, roofing materials and flashing, roof insulation and ventilation, windows and doors.

Learning Objectives:

Learning Objective 1:
Learners will be able to reference and interpret IRC provisions for interior and exterior wall coverings, doors, and windows.

Learning Objective 2:
Learners will be able to reference and interpret IRC provisions for and fire wall construction, fireblock materials, and fire separation distances and planning.

Learning Objective 3:
Learners will be able to reference and interpret IRC provisions for roof materials, flashing, roofing insulation, ceiling access, and re-roofing practices.

Learning Objective 4:
Learners will be able to reference and interpret IRC provisions for mounted photovoltaic systems.

LUs: 4.0                                                                                              LU Type: LU|HSW

Prerequisites: Familiarity with design, construction and code compliance

Advance Preparation: None

Program Level: Intermediate

Course Expiration Date: 05/26/2023

Complaint Resolution Policy:

Complaints regarding this course can be emailed to doug@halfmoonseminars.org or by calling (715) 835-5900. A HalfMoon Education representative will respond within 72 hours to resolve the complaint, which will include, but not limited to, access to another CE activity at no or reduced cost or a full or partial refund. Each instance will be resolved on a case-by-case situation.

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