This module will provide the basics of how a structure is built.  You will learn about ceilings and attics, frame wall construction and alternative construction techniques, foundation wall types and construction, and even a bit about doors and windows.  This will provide the basics of an understanding of how a building is put together, which helps you to understand where and how it would leak air and where the insulation is placed in each of these building components.

This module covers the minimum rated features of a home in detail and explains the steps involved in performing inspections in the field.

The amount of items and standards to be considered and evaluated when determining the quality of a residential insulation job or the installation of radiant barriers is surprising. The installation, the application, and the specific materials used all have their own set of requirements. After those have been met, the installation itself must be evaluated to determine the quality of that installation. Insulation and Radiant Barrier Evaluation walks you through all these considerations and prepares you to grade insulation and radiant barrier installations according to the ANSI/RESNET/ICC 301 Standard.

Every building sits on a foundation of some type. Learn the minimum rated features and data you need to gather that relate specifically to each type of floor or foundation. You will also understand the minimum rated features around area and volume calculations that create the basis of the rated unit calculations.

Envelope wall energy performance varies based on construction, materials, insulation, location, even exterior color.  This module covers the minimum rated feature of Walls Assembly and the data that must be collected in the field about the structure's envelope walls.

There are several types of ceiling assemblies and the impact to energy usage varies with the specific construction details of each type.  The ceiling's relationship to the roof is also important and there is quite a bit of information that must be gathered about both ceilings and roofs.  This module explores those data points.

This module explores rim and band joist inspection protocols, including what to do when the rim or band area cannot be inspected.

Fenestrations are the holes we make in our walls and ceilings for windows, doors and skylights.  This module covers the inspection and data collection protocols for each of these.

We wrap up the course in this module and bring it all together.  There is also a final exam.