Credits

Professional Engineers
     7.0 PDHs

Architects
     7.0 HSW CE Hours
     7.0 AIA LU|HSW

International Code Council
     7.0 ASFPM CECs

Contractors
     .7 CEUs (Building)

Continuing Education Credit Information

This webinar offers up to 7.0 PDHs to professional engineers and 7.0 HSW continuing education hours to architects licensed in New York.

HalfMoon Education is deemed a New York-approved continuing education provider for engineers and architects via its registration with the American Institute of Architects Continuing Education System (Regulations of the Commissioner §68.14(i)(2) and §69.6(i)(2)).

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 and earn a passing score (80%) on the quiz that follows the presentation (multiple attempts allowed).

Speakers

Arthur “Art” Pakatar, LEED Green Associate, CEA, HERS Rater, PHIUS Verifier

Principal, The Pakatar Group, in Troy, NY

With over 20 years of industry experience, Mr. Pakatar specializes in home performance, energy efficiency, and construction-related training and consulting. Mr. Pakatar holds professional certifications from the International Code Council (ICC), the Association of Energy Engineers (AEE), the Building Performance Institute (BPI), the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), PHIUS and RESNET. He is a certified Code Enforcement Officer in New York State and holds ICC credentials as an Energy Code Inspector and Plans Examiner. Throughout his career, Mr. Pakatar has played an active role in the development and implementation of building codes, contributing to the creation of policies and protocols that support energy efficiency and code compliance. Over the past two decades, he has designed and delivered training programs for code officials, design professionals, and construction industry stakeholders across the Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, and nationwide. Recognized as a subject matter expert, Mr. Pakatar continues to support the evolution of codes and standards through education, technical assistance, and policy engagement.

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: New York State Residential Code

Delivery Method: Live

Course Description: This course examines and explains compliance standards for the New York State Residential Code, including building planning, shell construction, energy efficiency, and mechanical, fuel, and plumping and electrical systems.

Learning Objectives:

Learning Objective 1:
Learners will be able to reference and interpret NY State Residential Code provisions for soils and foundations, framing and fastening, fire-resistant construction and exterior walls, roof assemblies and roof construction, wood and wood-based products, story and ceiling heights, egress and ingress, stairways, and seismic, snow, wind and live loads.

Learning Objective 2:
Learners will be able to reference and interpret NY State Residential Code planning and shell construction provisions for floods, storms and drainage, fire and carbon monoxide safety and detection, fireplaces, and chimneys.

Learning Objective 3:
Learners will be able to reference and interpret NY State Residential Code energy efficiency provisions, including insulation, building thermal envelope, fenestration, and lighting.

Learning Objective 4:
Learners will be able to reference and interpret Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC) and National Electrical Code (NEC) provisions for mechanical, fuel, plumbing and electrical systems, as adopted in New York.

LUs: 7.0                                                                                              LU Type: LU|HSWs.

Prerequisites: Familiarity with design and construction and code compliance standards

Advance Preparation: None

Program Level: Intermediate

Course Expiration Date: 05/27/2023

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.