Principles of Home Inspection provides comprehensive, in-depth training for students wishing to enter the profession or enhance their existing knowledge. With clear descriptions, detailed technical illustrations, and useful summaries of products, this course is the most exhaustive distance training available. Created by Carson Dunlop & Associates, one of the most successful home inspection companies in North America, Principles of Home Inspection is based on years of practical experience in both inspecting homes and training inspectors. The course includes:  | Descriptions of every major house system and component | | An introduction to communication and professional practice issues | | Consideration of standards of practice and ethical issues | | Coverage of appliances | | Over 400 detailed technical illustrations | | Inspection checklists to help students review key points and begin organizing their approach to actual inspections | | Summaries of inspection procedures for each major system | | Lists of recommended and optional inspection tools for each major system |
For each house system covered, the course takes a step-by-step approach to the inspection process, including 1) surveying the problems that can occur with each system and component; 2) explaining the practical implications of problem conditions, and 3) providing inspection strategies for each problem discussed. Each study session includes learning objectives, a reading assignment, a comprehension quiz, and interactive exercises that reinforce visual as well as conceptual insight. After completing these elements, students are provided with a unit exam to test their understanding and retention of key topics. A comprehensive final exam is also provided, to help students prepare for actual licensing exams that may be required by their state or professional organization. The complete course should take students roughly 100 hours to complete. CONTENTS
Communication and Professional Practice · Exterior · Roofing · Structure · Insulation · Interiors · Electrical Systems · Gas Furnaces · Oil Furnaces · Hot Water Boilers · Other Aspects of Heating · Air Conditioning and Heat Pumps · Plumbing · Appliances VIEW RELATED CONTENT |
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