(A) Foundations, which shall include the following topics:
(i) site analysis/location;
(ii) grading;
(iii) foundations;
(iv) flat work;
(v) material;
(vi) foundation walls;
(vii) foundation drainage;
(viii) foundation waterproofing and
damp proofing;
(ix) columns; and
(x) under floor space.
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(B) Roof Systems, which shall include the following topics:
(i) review - rafters, roof joist, ceiling joist, collar ties, knee walls, purling,
trusses, wood I joist, roof sheathing, steel framing
(ii) roof water control;
(iii) skylights;
(iv) flashing;
(v) ventilation/non-ventilation;
(vi) attic access;
(vii) re-roofing;
(viii) slopes -step roof/low slope/near flat;
(ix) materials -asphalt, fiberglass, wood shake, wood shingle, slate, clay tile,
concrete tile, fiber cement (asbestos cement, mineral cement), metal, roll, build
up, modified bitumen, synthetic rubber (EPDM), plastic (PVC); and
(x) valleys.
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(C) Framing, which shall include the following topics:
(i) flashing;
(ii) wood frame - stick/balloon;
(iii) roof structure - rafters/trusses;
(iv) floor structure;
(v) porches/decks/steps/landings/balconies;
(vi) doors;
(vii) ceilings;
(viii) interior walls;
(ix) stairways;
(x) guardrails/handrails/balusters;
(xi) fireplace/chimney;
(xii) sills/columns/beams/joist/subflooring;
(xiii) wall systems/structure -headers;
(xiv) rammed earth;
(xv) straw bale;
(xvi) ICF;
(xvii) panelized;
(xvii) masonry;
(xviii) wood I joist;
(xix) roof sheathing;
(xx) wood wall;
(xxi) steel wall;
(xxii) wood structural panel; and
(xxiii) conventional concrete.
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(D) Electrical Systems, which shall include the following topics:
(i) general requirements, equipment location and clearances;
(ii) electrical definitions;
(iii) services;
(iv) branch circuit and feeder requirements;
(v) wiring methods;
(vi) power and lights distribution;
(vii) devices and light fixtures; and
(viii) swimming pool.
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(E) HVAC Systems which shall include the following topics:
(i) heating;
(ii) ventilation;
(iii) air conditioning; and
(iv) evaporative coolers.
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(F) Plumbing, which shall include the following topics:
(i) water supply systems;
(ii) fixtures;
(iii) drains;
(iv) vents;
(v) water heaters (gas and electric);
(vi) gas lines; and
(vii) hydro-therapy equipment.
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(G) Building Enclosure, which shall include the following topics:
(i) review of foundation and roofing relation;
(ii) review of flashing;
(iii) cladding;
(iv) windows/glazing;
(v) weather barriers;
(vi) vapor barriers;
(vii) insulation;
(viii) energy codes; and
(ix) ingress/egress.
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(H) Appliances, which shall include the following topics:
(i) dishwasher;
(ii) food waste disposer;
(iii) kitchen exhaust hood;
(iv) range, cooktop, and ovens (electric and gas);
(v) microwave cooking equipment;
(vi) trash compactor;
(vii) bathroom exhaust fan and heater;
(viii) whole house vacuum systems;
(ix) garage door operator;
(x) doorbell and chimes; and
(xi) dryer vents.
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