Agenda
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Please log into the webinar 15 – 30 minutes before start time.
Tuesday, January 25, 2022
8:30 am – 5:00 pm CST (incl. a 60-min break)
Presented by:
Greg Karow, C.B.O.
Agenda
Development and Enforcement of International Residential Code
History of the International Residential Code from 2009 to 2021
Adoption and enforcement of Code in Kansas jurisdictions
Recent and anticipated code amendments
Future of the code
Chapter 2 – Definitions
Building Planning and Shell Construction (Chapters 2-10)
Chapter 3 – Design Loads
Fire-Resistant Construction
• Fire separation exterior walls
• Townhouse
• 2 family dwelling unit separations
• Garage /dwelling unit separation
• Firestopping
• Draftstopping
Light ventilation heating
Ceiling heights
Glazing
Garages and carports
Egress windows
Egress doors and stairways
Guards and handrails
Fire and carbon monoxide safety and detection
Foam plastic
Solar
Mezzanines
Habitable attics
Chapter 4 – Foundations
Soils and drainage
Footing size
Foundation size
Foundation drainage
Chapter 5 – Floors
Chapter 6 – Wall Construction
Chapter 7 – Wall Covering
Chapters 8 & 9 – Roof Ceiling Construction and Roofing
Chapter 11 – Energy Efficiency
Recap Q &A
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Credits
Professional Engineers:
7.0 PDHs
Architects:
7.0 HSW CE Hours
AIA: (AIA credits only available for attending live Webinar)
7.0 LU|HSW
International Code Council:
.7 CEUs (Building)
Continuing Education Credit Information
International Residential Codes in Kansas
This webinar is open to the public and offers 7.0 PDHs to professional engineers and
7.0 HSW continuing education hours to architects and landscape architects in Kansas.
Engineers, architects and landscape architects seeking continuing education credit in other states will be able to claim the hours earned at this webinar, in most cases. Refer to specific state rules to determine eligibility.
The American Institute of Architects Continuing Education System has approved this course for 7.0 LU|HSW (Sponsor No. J885). Only full participation is reportable to the AIA/CES.
The International Code Council has approved this event for .7 CEUs in the specialty area of Building (Preferred Provider No. 1232).
Completion certificates will be awarded to participants who complete this event, respond to prompts, and earn a passing score (80%) on the quiz that follows the presentation (multiple attempts allowed).
Speakers
Greg Karow, C.B.O.
Certified Building Official CEO of Code Educational OpportunitiesMr. Karow is the CEO of Code Educational Opportunities providing education based on current building codes. He also provides service as a building code specialist for design professionals and stakeholders in the industry. Mr. Karow has an extensive background in developing and presenting various types of building code and related seminars. Previous career paths included staff instructor with the International Code Council and with the State of Minnesota Codes and Standards Division. He has instructed in a Building Inspection Technology program at a local community college. Mr. Karow is a certified building official in Minnesota and holds ICC certifications as a Certified Building Official, ICC Plans Examiner, ICC Building Inspector and ICC Building Code Specialist.
AIA Info
AIA Provider Statement:
HalfMoon Education Inc. is a registered provider of AIA-approved continuing education under Provider Number J885. All registered AIA/CES Providers must comply with the AIA Standards for Continuing Education Programs. Any questions or concerns about this provider of learning program may be sent to AIA/CES (cesupport@aia.org or (800) AIA 3837, Option 3).
This learning program is registered with AIA/CES for continuing professional education. As such, it does not include content that may be deemed or construed to be an approval or endorsement by the AIA of any material of construction or any method or manner of handling, using, distributing, or dealing in any material or product.
AIA continuing education credit has been reviewed and approved by AIA/CES. Learners must complete the entire learning program to receive continuing education credit. AIA continuing education Learning Units earned upon completion of this course will be reported to AIA/CES for AIA members. Certificates of Completion for both AIA members and non-AIA members are available upon request.
Course Title: International Residential Codes in Kansas
Delivery Method: Live Online
Course Description: This course examines the development and enforcement of the the International Residential Code (IRC) as adopted in Kansas and its jurisdictions. Topics include building planning and shell construction, fire-resistant construction, wall and roofing construction, and energy efficiency.
Learning Objectives:
Learning Objective 1:
Learners will be able to reference and discuss Kansas IRC provisions for building planning and shell construction.
Learning Objective 2:
Learners will be able to reference and discuss Kansas IRC provisions for energy efficiency.
Learning Objective 3:
Learners will be able to reference and discuss Kansas IRC provisions for fire-resistant construction of single-family, multifamily and garage/dwelling structures.
Learning Objective 4:
Learners will be able to reference and discuss Kansas IRC provisions for residential structure foundations, soils, and drainage.
LUs: 7.0 LU Type: LU|HSWs.
Prerequisites: Some experience with residential design and construction
Advance Preparation: None
Program Level: Intermediate
Course Expiration Date: None
Complaint Resolution Policy:
Complaints regarding this course can be emailed to tcase@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.