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Become a
Special Inspector

›› Introduction
›› License Types
›› Types of Work

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Inspection Courses

Reinforced Concrete:
›› Batch Plant
›› Concrete II
›› Concrete Intensive
›› Pre/Post-Tension
›› Shotcrete Intro.
›› Shotcrete Recert.

Structural
Steel & Welding:

›› Steel & Welding I
›› Steel & Welding II
›› Steel & Welding Intensive

Masonry Inspection

Ultrasonic Technician
›› Certification Program

Special Inspector Certification Renewal

Lateral Framing Special Inspection

Proprietary Anchors Inspection

Plan Reading

Lateral Framing Special Inspection

Lateral Framing Special Inspection (LFSI)

This class is for all levels of inspectors.  You will gain knowledge and confidence in the area of wood framing through lecture, case studies from the field, guest speakers, and field trips.  Upon completion of this course, you will have a thorough understanding of lateral framing and how to inspect it.  This class will prepare you for the WABO LWSI exam and interview.

During the 12-week course, the following items will be covered:

  • Blueprint Reading
  • APA products
  • Hardware and fasteners
  • Earthbound system
  • Epoxy grouting
  • Engineering community’s expectations
  • Forensic Investigations on failures
  • IBC, NDS, APA books
  • Prefabricated shearwalls
  • Cold-Formed Steel Studs
  • AWS D1.3
  • Pre-construction meetings

To register:
Send email to Sharon@NWCEL.org with student name and company.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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