Basic Code Enforcement: An Overview of Codes (Online Self-Paced)

This self-paced online course provides a comprehensive introduction to building codes, model codes, and standards, offering learners the foundational knowledge needed to understand their purpose, history, and application. Participants will explore the differences between codes, model codes, and building codes, while identifying key historical milestones in their evolution. The course delves into how building codes are used, who uses them, and the types of regulations they enforce. Participants will learn the process of code adoption, the role of standards, and the development and purpose of I-Codes (International Codes). By the end of the course, learners will have a clear understanding of the critical role building codes and standards play in ensuring public safety, health, and welfare in construction and design practices.