Building Inspection Course Sequences
See the classes you should take each term to complete the Building Inspection certificate or degree.
Getting Started
The Building Inspection Technology Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree is a two-year (seven-term) program. The degree can be completed in 21 months if you attend full time. However, there are entry-level skill expectations for reading, writing, and mathematics. The length of time you take to complete the program will depend on your skills in these areas. To assess the time you will need to complete the program, please meet with an advisor.
This program has special admission requirements and enrollment limits. For additional information, contact Chemeketa Brooks at 503.485.2131 or email Building Inspection.
Be sure to review the catalog for important information about program outcomes and other details not found in this listing.
See course descriptions for more information about your classes.
Building Inspection Certificate of Completion (One-Year Certificate)
Term | Course | Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|---|
1 | BLD130 | Permit Technician | 2 |
1 | BLD141 | International Residential Codes 1 | 3 |
1 | BLD151 | Building Codes 1 | 3 |
1 | BLD158 | Construction Materials, Systems & Drawings | 2 |
2 | BLD142 | International Residential Code 2 | 3 |
2 | BLD152 | Building Codes 2 | 3 |
2 | BLD165 | Residential Inspection | 3 |
2 | BLD181 | Mechanical Codes 1 | 3 |
3 | BLD153 | Building Codes 3 | 3 |
3 | BLD175 | Residential Plan Review | 3 |
3 | BLD182 | Mechanical Codes 2 | 3 |
4 | BLD280E | Cooperative Work Experience | 5 |
4 | BLD280G | Cooperative Work Experience | 7 |
Building Inspection Technology Degree (Two-Year AAS Degree)
Term | Course | Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|---|
1 | BLD130 | Permit Technician | 2 |
1 | BLD141 | International Residential Code 1 | 3 |
1 | BLD151 | Building Codes 1 | 3 |
1 | BLD158 | Construction Materials and Blueprints | 2 |
1 | CIS101 BA131 |
Computing Concepts OR Business Computing |
3 3 |
BA131 | Business Computing | 3 | |
2 | BLD142 | International Residential Code 2 | 3 |
2 | BLD152 | Building Codes 2. | 3 |
2 | BLD165 | Residential Inspection | 3 |
2 | BLD181 | Mechanical Codes 1 | 3 |
2 | FE205B | Resumes and Job Search Correspondence | 1 |
3 | BLD153 | Building Codes 3 | 3 |
3 | BLD175 | Residential Plan Review | 3 |
3 | BLD182 | Mechanical Codes 2 | 3 |
3 | BLD193A | Building Inspection Lab | 2 |
3 | MTH052 | Introduction to Algebra or Geometry | 3+ |
4 | BLD280E | Cooperative Work Experience | 5 |
4 | BLD280G | Cooperative Work Experience | 7 |
5 | BLD166 | Commercial Inspection | 3 |
5 | BLD268 | Foundations, Excavation, and Grading | 3 |
5 | BLD269 | Engineering for Code Professionals 1 | 4 |
5 | BLD275 | Commercial Plan Review | 3 |
5 | WR089 WR121Z |
Introduction to Technical Writing 1 OR Composition 1 |
3+ 4+ |
6 | BLD155 | Building Department Administration 1 | 4+ |
6 | BLD260 | Fire Protection for Buildings | 3 |
6 | BLD270 | Engineering for Code Professionals 2 | 4 |
6 | WR089 WR227Z |
Introduction to Technical Writing 1 OR Technical Writing |
3 4 |
7 | BLD170 | ADA Accessibility | 3 |
7 | BLD273 | International Fire Codes for Building Departments | 3 |
7 | BLD290 | Building Inspection Technology Capstone | 2 |
7 | COMM130 | Business and Professional Speaking | 4 |