Course NumberPM-02-906W
PDH Hours2
Price$104
Evolution of Building Codes in the US

Webinar: Evolution of Building Codes in the US

Webinar calendar pdhAuthor: Aleksandr Treyger

This live webinar offers an insightful exploration into the historical development and ongoing evolution of building codes in the U.S. The course focuses on the transition from regional to unified national standards, highlighting key events that shaped these changes. Participants will learn about the role of model codes in ensuring safety and compliance in building construction, the distinction between standards and codes, and the process of code enforcement and permitting.

This course provides a deep understanding of the legal and practical aspects of building codes in the U.S. and is ideal for all disciplines.

Learning Objectives

This Live Webinar course is intended to provide you with the following specific knowledge and skills:

  • Definitions related to building codes and model building codes.
  • The distinction between standards and codes.
  • The historical development of building codes in the U.S., focusing on how changes were triggered by various events.
  • The process of code enforcement and permitting.
  • The role of model codes in ensuring safety and compliance in building construction.

Note: This is a live webinar delivered via GoToMeeting. Login instructions will be emailed to you 24-48 hours prior to the webinar and the morning of the webinar. If you have not received your instructions for any reason please call customer support the day of the event. Webinars are live and interactive and students will have the ability to directly interact with and ask questions of the presenter.

We provide technical courses for PDH credits that meet Board requirements for Professional Engineers, Geologists and Land Surveyors. This course is guaranteed to be accepted in AK, AL, AR, FL, GA, IA, IL, ID, IN, KS, KY, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WI, WV, and WY. Before purchasing this course, please confirm that your state Board is listed above.