Foundation Construction – Insulation – Defects & Repairs – NC CE

Description

Course Number: CEC656
CE Hours: 2

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Course Outline

Module 1 – 50 minutes

1. Introduction
   1. Course Objectives
2. Types of Foundations
   1. Basement
   2. Crawlspace
   3. Slab on Grade
3. Foundation Building Codes
   1. Footing Requirements
   2. Footing Size
   3. Footing Depth
   4. Footing Types
4. Foundation Walls
   1. Concrete
   2. Masonry
   3. Backfill Requirements
5. Foundation Insulation and Ventilation
   1. Vented Crawlspaces
   2. Encapsulated Crawlspaces
      1. Benefits
      2. Codes
      3. Installation
   3. Vapor Barrier Requirements
6. Module 1 Quiz

Module 2 – 50 minutes

1. NC Insulation Requirements
   1. Climate Zones
   2. Slabs
   3. Vented Crawlspaces
   4. Basement Wall Foundations
   5. Thermal Envelope
   6. Spray Foam Insulation
2. Foundation Defects and Repair
   1. Causes
   2. Methods of Repair
      1. Mudjacking
      2. Polyjacking
      3. Masonry Wall
      4. Anchor Plates
      5. Steel I-Beams
      6. Carbon Fiber Wall System
      7. Helical Piers
      8. Push Piers
      9. Slab Piers
3. Summary
4. Module 2 Quiz

20-Question Final Exam

Total Time: 100 minutes (2 CE Hours)