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IBC/IFC 101T: International Building Code/International Fire Code 2009 Update
IBC/IFC 101T is designed for code officials, inspectors, contractors and design professionals already familiar with the 2006 International Building Code and International Fire Code, but open to all interested parties.  This course assists the applicants in understanding and applying the significant code changes between the 2006 and 2009 additions of the International Building Code and the International Fire Code.  After attending this course, you will be better able to:

• Identify the most significant differences between the 2006 International Building Code and the 2009 International Building Code with emphasis of changes contained in Chapters 1-11.
• Identify the most significant differences between the 2006 International Fire Code and the 2009 International Fire Code
• Explain the differences between the current and previous editions for both the International Building Code and the International Fire Code
• Identify changes in organization and code requirements
• Identify the applicability of design, plan review and inspection requirements

Instructors

• International Code Consultants, Inc.

Course Materials
The 2009 International Building Code (IBC) and the 2009 International Fire Code (IFC) are required.  To purchase a copy of either code, please contact PCCA at 717-763-0930, click here to order online, or click here to obtain a copy of the code book order form to fax or mail to PCCA.

Code books are not available for sale at the course.

Course Schedule
8:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. Registration
8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Instruction time

Registration Fee
$125 (Training manual, Continental breakfast and lunch included)

Credit Hours
6 UCC continuing education credit hours awarded.

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IMC/IPC 101T: INTERNATIONAL MECHANICAL CODE/INTERNATIONAL PLUMBING CODE 2009 UPDATE
IMC/IPC 101T is designed for code officials, inspectors, contractors and design professionals already familiar with the 2006 International Mechanical Code and International Plumbing Code, but open to all interested parties.  This course assists the applicants in understanding and applying the significant code changes between the 2006 and 2009 additions of the International Mechanical Code and the International Plumbing Code.  After attending this course, you will be better able to:

• Identify the most significant differences between the 2006 International Mechanical Code and the 2009 International Mechanical Code
• Identify the most significant differences between the 2006 International Plumbing Code and the 2009 International Plumbing Code
• Explain the differences between the current and previous editions for both the International Mechanical Code and the International Plumbing Code
• Identify changes in organization and code requirements
• Identify the applicability of design, plan review and inspection requirements

Instructors

• Building and Fire Code Academy

Course Materials
The 2009 International Plumbing Code (IPC) and the 2009 International Mechanical Code (IMC) are required.  To purchase a copy of either code, please contact PCCA at 717-763-0930, click here to order online, or click here to obtain a copy of the code book order form to fax or mail to PCCA.

Code books are not available for sale at the course.

Course Schedule
8:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. Registration
8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Instruction time

Registration Fee
$125 (Training manual, Continental breakfast and lunch included)

Credit Hours
6 UCC continuing education credit hours awarded.

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IPMC 101: GUIDE TO THE INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE
IPMC 101 is designed for code officials, inspectors, managers, and elected officials from municipalities that have adopted and enforce a property maintenance code in addition to the UCC (or those considering doing so), but open to any interested party.  This one-day course provides an introduction to the major provisions of the 2009 International Property Maintenance Code (IPMC).  After attending this course, you will:

• Understand the difference in scope between the Uniform Construction Code and a municipally-adopted property maintenance code.
• Be better equipped to enact a lawful and effective property maintenance ordinance.
• Have a working knowledge of the legal aspects of property maintenance codes, including right of entry and enforcement actions.
• Have acquired information that will allow proper application of a property maintenance ordinance to residential and commercial properties and structures.
• Be exposed to requirements for mechanical and electrical systems, light, ventilation and occupancy requirements, and fire and life safety requirements.

Instructors

• International Code Consultants, Inc.

Course Materials
The 2009 International Property Maintenance Code (IPMC) required.  To purchase a copy of this code, please contact PCCA at 717-763-0930, click here to order online, or click here to obtain a copy of the code book order form to fax or mail to PCCA.

Code books are not available for sale at the course.

Course Schedule
8:00 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. Registration
8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Instruction time

Registration Fee
$125 (Training manual, Continental breakfast and lunch included)

Credit Hours
6 continuing education credit hours awarded.

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IRC 101T: INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE 2009 UPDATE
IRC 101T is intended to help building, code officials, design professionals, remodelers, trades and others involved in the residential construction industry prepare for the 2009 IRC.  Participants will not only receive an understanding of the changes in the code, but how it will impact the way houses are designed, build and inspected.  Changes that will be discussed include:

• New requirement for the habitable attics
• Carbon monoxide detectors
• Cast-in-place and pre-cast concrete foundations
• Deck ledger attachments requirements
• Wall construction and wall bracing
• Residential sprinklers
• Mechanical, plumbing and electrical changes

This highly interactive course will:

• Help design professional understand what may need to be changed on building designs
• Help builders assure that their products will easily  move through plan reviews and inspections
• Help building code official pick up on these new requirements in their plan reviews and inspections

Instructors

• Pennsylvania Housing Resource/Research Center

Course Materials
The 2009 International Residential Code (IRC) required.  To purchase a copy of this code, please contact PCCA at 717-763-0930, click here to order online, or click here to obtain a copy of the code book order form to fax or mail to PCCA.

Code books are not available for sale at the course.

Course Schedule
8:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. Registration
8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Instruction time

Registration Fee
$125 (Training manual, Continental breakfast and lunch included)

Credit Hours
6 UCC continuing education credit hours awarded.

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NEC 101T: NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE UPDATE
Description: This one-day course is intended to extend your knowledge of the NEC and some of the changes that have been introduced in the most recent version. Attendees will review the changes that have been incorporated into the 2008 edition of the NEC and how to apply them into everyday situations. Topics include:

• Protection of wiring systems
• Underground branch circuit and feeder conductors
• Multiwire branch circuits and tamper resistant receptacles

Instructors

• International Code Consultants, Inc.

Course Materials
The 2008 National Electrical Code (NEC) required.  To purchase a copy of this code, please contact PCCA at 717-763-0930, click here to order online, or click here to obtain a copy of the code book order form to fax or mail to PCCA.

Course Schedule
8:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. Registration
8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Instruction time

Registration Fee
$125 (Training manual, Continental breakfast and lunch provided)

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SPEC 102: IS YOUR MUNICIPALITY UCC COMPLIANT?
SPEC 102 is designed for municipal officials as well as BCOs, but open to any interested party.  This half-day course provides an in-depth discussion of the critical issues associated with the municipal responsibility of administering the Uniform Construction Code.  After attending this course, you will:

• Have a checklist of minimum obligations for all UCC opt-in municipalities.
• Better understand the full range of options for UCC administration and enforcement.
• Develop a more thorough understanding of the various legislative amendments to the UCC and what they mean in a practical sense for administration and enforcement.
• Be able to evaluate the lawfulness of various municipal amendments to the UCC and other requirements that are imposed upon permit applicants.
• Have a resource to share with municipal residents entitled “ The Homeowners Guide to the UCC”.

Course Instructors

• Bob Buddenbohn, Buddenbonh-Hagberg Associates

Course Materials
Training manual will be provided.

Course Schedule
Instruction time varies.

Registration Fee
$50 (training manual and light refreshments included)

Credit Hours
3 UCC continuing education credit hours awarded.

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SPEC 103: Rehabilitation of Existing and Historic Buildings with the International Existing Building Code
SPEC 103 is designed for historic preservations, rehab specialists, design professionals and code officials, but open to any interested party.  This one-day focuses on the application of the International Existing Building Code to the rehabilitation of existing and historic buildings and structures.  This course will also address the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for the Treatment of Historic Buildings and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) with respect to the function of certifying historic buildings and promoting building district revitalization through the reuse of existing commercial and industrial structures.  After attending this course, you will:

• Have a basic understanding of how the International Existing Building Code is organized and how to find requirements for alterations, additions, repairs and historic preservation.
• Develop a basic knowledge of the differences between Level 1, 2, and 3 alterations and differences in the applicability of the code to repairs, alterations and additions.
• Be able to describe a “work area” and its importance when using the IEBC.
• Gain a perspective on the process needed to have a site or structure declared historic.
• Have reviewed several case studies that will assist in evaluating future projects during the permitting process.

Instructors

• Bonnie Wilkerson Mark, Historical Architect, Preservation Services, Bureau of Historic Preservation
• Frank Newhams, Municipal Services Representative, Yerkes Associates, Inc.

Course Materials
The 2009 International Existing Building Code is required.  To purchase a copy of this code, please contact PCCA at 717-763-0930, click here to order online, or click here to obtain a copy of the code book order form to fax or mail to PCCA.

Code books are not available for sale at the course.

Course Schedule
8:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. Registration
8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Instruction time

Registration Fee
$95.00 (Training Manual, Continental breakfast and lunch included)

Credit Hours
6 UCC continuing education hours awarded

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SPEC 105:  Establishing Justified Permit Fees
SPEC 105 is designed for elected officials, managers, secretaries/treasurers and BCOs, but open to any interested party.  This half-day course approaches the important and controversial topic of establishing building permit and inspection fees.  Potential legislative and civil repercussions for excessive fee structures will be explored.  After attending this course, you will:

• Have been exposed to several municipal budgeting approaches to code administration and enforcement activities.
• Better understand direct and indirect costs and full range of possible revenue sources for code administration and enforcement.
• Have reviewed six primary formulas for establishing permit fees in Pennsylvania and variations of each. 
• Understand the concept of administrative fees or fee surcharges and how they are imposed. 
• Have received samples of various fee resolutions and ordinances as well as a municipal chart of accounts and other resource information.

Instructors

• Bob Buddenbohn, Buddenbonh-Hagberg Associates

Course Materials
Training manual will be provided.

Course Schedule
12:30 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. Registration
1:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Instruction time

Registration Fee
$65 (Training manual, lunch, and light refreshments)

Credit Hours
3 UCC continuing education credit hours awarded.

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