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Practical Application of International Building Codes

AEC-2700-400
Closed
Community College of Denver
Community College of Denver
Denver, Colorado, United States
Joseph Montoya
Instructor
1
Timeline
  • April 18, 2025
    Experience start
  • May 1, 2025
    Experience end
Experience
1 projects wanted
Dates set by experience
Preferred companies
United States
Any company type
Any industries

Experience scope

Categories
Architecture & design
Skills
international building codes risk analysis compliance reporting building codes
Learner goals and capabilities

This experience focuses on the practical application of international building codes, equipping learners with the ability to interpret and apply these codes to real-world construction projects. Learners will gain a comprehensive understanding of building restrictions, standards, and requirements that ensure public safety and welfare. Through this experience, learners will be able to translate theoretical knowledge into actionable insights, assisting companies in ensuring compliance with international building standards.

Learners

Learners
Undergraduate
Intermediate levels
6 learners
Project
30 hours per learner
Educators assign learners to projects
Teams of 6
Expected outcomes and deliverables
  • Comprehensive code compliance report for a proposed building project
  • Annotated building plans highlighting code adherence
  • Presentation on building material specifications and installation standards
  • Checklist for code compliance during different phases of construction
  • Risk assessment report focusing on code-related safety issues
Project timeline
  • April 18, 2025
    Experience start
  • May 1, 2025
    Experience end

Project Examples

Requirements
  • Review and update of building plans for a new office complex to ensure code compliance
  • Development of a code compliance checklist for a residential construction project
  • Creation of a training module for construction teams on the latest international building codes
  • Assessment of an existing building's compliance with updated fire safety codes
  • Consultation on material selection and installation methods for a sustainable building project
  • Analysis of accessibility features in a public building to ensure compliance with international standards
  • Evaluation of energy efficiency measures in a new construction project against code requirements
  • Preparation of a compliance report for a mixed-use development project