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Inspecting Commercial Building Exteriors

SECTION 1: ABOUT THIS COURSE

Student Verification

Course Information

Course Materials

SECTION 2: INTRODUCTION TO EXTERIOR INSPECTIONS

Introduction Video

Background and Scope

ComSOP Section 6.5.2 Exterior

Tools of the Trade

Inspection Procedure

Specialty Consultants

Quiz #1: Inspection Scope, Procedures, and Safety

SECTION 3: FUNDAMENTALS OF STRUCTURAL EVALUATION

Inspection Procedure

Macro and Micro Viewpoints

Macro and Micro Viewpoints Video

Plumb, Level, Square, and Straight

Terms and Definitions

Inspection Tips

Routing Structure to Soil

Crack Mechanics

Types of Cracks

Crack Classification System

Common Crack Terms

Stair-Step Cracking

Vertical Cracks

Hairline Cracks

Pattern Cracking

Deep and Wide Cracking

Macro vs. Micro Viewpoints of Cracks Video

Building Movement

Control Joints and Expansion Joints

Evidence of Movement

Elements of Structure and Movement Video

Quiz #2: Fundamentals of Structural Evaluation

SECTION 4: SIDING MATERIALS

Inspection Scope

Wind, Water, and Moisture Control

Masonry

Solid and Veneer Masonry

Types of Construction and Structural Elements

Solid Masonry Construction

Veneer Masonry Construction

Veneer Masonry Drainage Images

Veneer Siding Inspection Video

Reinforced Masonry and Unreinforced Masonry

Brick Bond Design

How to Identify a URM Building

Identifying URM Masonry Buildings Video

Face Brick and Common Brick

Split-Face Block

Masonry Issues and Deficiencies

Loose or Damaged Parging

Missing Masonry

Obstructed View

Missing Weep Holes

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Masonry Issues and Deficiencies

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