CAR 114 Residential Building Codes

Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3

This course covers building codes and the requirements of state and local construction regulations. Emphasis is placed on the minimum requirements of the North Carolina building codes related to residential structures. Upon completion, students should be able to determine if a structure is in compliance with North Carolina building codes.

Course is typically offered in Summer.
Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs)
Upon completion of the course, students should be able to do the following:

Interpret the minimum requirements of the IRC and IBC.
Locate the code that applies to a given situation.
Design stairs to meet code requirements.
Find egress requirements for a building.
Estimate the spacing requirement for floor joist lengths and species.
Calculate the required tributary area for supports.