DAY 1 (Saturday)                                                                                        

Introduction:
Overview of Industry
Inspection Types
   Whole House
   Mechanical
   Structural
   New Construction Progress Inspections
   Pool & Spa Inspections
   Private Waste Disposal Inspections
   EIFS Inspections
   Termite Inspections
   Code Inspections - IRC
   Radon Screening
   Asbestos Inspections
National Inspection Associations
   Standards of Practice
   Code of Ethics
   Membership Requirements

Lunch

Field Inspection:
Observe process & methodology
Ask questions as buyers and agents would
Communication techniques during inspections
   Driveway presentation
   Keeping control of inspection
Review of findings

Reporting Methods:
Checklist reports
Computer generated reports
Delivery methods - Pros & Cons
   On Site
   Email or Next Day
Intro to Elite Residential
   Report Writing with 3D Inspection Systems Software

Dinner

Year 1 & Making it Happen:
Business styles
Running the office
   Answering the phone
   Sales presentation
   Taking the order
Office presentations
Club presentations
Tools of the trade
Promotional Materials

DAY 2 (Sunday)                                                                                        

Quiz:
Standards

Plumbing Systems:
What to Inspect/How to Inspect it
What to Report/How to Report it
Requirements
   Industry Standards
Potable water service
   Piping Systems
Distribution Piping
   Materials
   Installation
Fixtures & Appliances
Waste Disposal Systems
   Public
   Private  

Lunch

Waste Piping Systems
   Materials & Installation
Fixtures & Components
Using Pressure Gauges & Flow Rate Meters

Dinner

Review of Hands-on Displays
Diagnostics & Troubleshooting
   Slides of Real Conditions
Report Writing of Conditions with 3D Inspection Systems
Structured Study
   Group Discussion
   Sample Test
   Q & A
 

DAY 3 (Monday)                                                                                        

Quiz:
Plumbing Systems

Electrical Systems:
What to Inspect/How to Inspect it
What to Report/How to Report it
Requirements
   Industry Standards
Service Drops
Service Equipment
   Meters
   Panels
   Service Conductors
Fuses & Breakers
   Sizing Requirements
   Inspection
Wiring Methods
   Romex
   Conduit
   Knob & Tube
Feeder Circuits
   Components
   Installation
Branch Circuits
   Components
   Installation
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupt
   Installation
   Testing
Arc Fault Circuit Interrupt
   Installation
   Testing
Hands-on Displays
Tool Use
   Circuit Analyzer
   3 Prong Outlet Testers
   Voltage Sniffers

Lunch

Dinner

Inspection & Diagnosis
   Live Power Diagnostics of Outlets & Wiring
   Main Distribution Panel Inspection
Diagnostics & Troubleshooting
   Slides of Real Conditions
Report Writing of Conditions with 3D Inspection Systems
Structured Study
   Group Discussion
   Sample Test
   Q & A
 

DAY 4 (Tuesday)                                                                                        

Quiz:
Electrical Systems

Central Cooling & Heat Pumps:
What to Inspect/How to Inspect it
What to Report/How to Report it
Requirements
   Industry Standards
Refrigerated Cooling Systems
Water & Air Source Heat Pumps
Cooling Towers
Evaporative Coolers
Thru Wall Units
Theory
   Refrigerant Cooling & Heating Systems
Inspection
   Procedures
   Techniques
Diagnostics & Troubleshooting
   Slides of Real Conditions
   Hands-On Displays
Tool Use for Temperature Spread
   Dial
   Digital
   Laser

Lunch

Foundations:
What to Inspect/How to Inspect it
What to Report/How to Report it
Requirements
   Industry Standards
Types of Foundations
   Basement
   Raised Foundation
   Slabs, etc
Foundation Materials
   Poured Concrete
   Concrete Masonry Units (CMUs)
   Brick
   Rock
   Wood
Exterior Grading
   Water Related Problems
   Sump Pumps
Cracks
   What & Why
   When to Call the Experts
Tools
   Levels
   Plumb Bob, etc

Dinner

Diagnostics & Troubleshooting
   Why did it do that?
   Slides of Real Conditions
   What does the mortgage company really want to know?
Report Writing of Conditions with 3D Inspection Systems
Structured Study
   Group Discussion
   Sample Test
   Q & A
 

DAY 5 (Wednesday)                                                                                        

Quiz:
Air Conditioning, Heat Pumps & Foundations

Central Heating Systems:
What to Inspect/How to Inspect it
What to Report/How to Report it
Requirements
   Industry Standards
Furnaces
   Gravity
   Forced Air
   Mid & High Efficiency
Fossil Fuels
   Natural Gas Fired
   Propane Fired
   Oil Fired

Lunch

Furnace Components
   Duct Work
   Blowers
   Filters
   Burners
   Heat Exchangers
   Venting
   Safety Devices
Inspection Procedures
Combustion Air Requirements
Flame Diagnosis
Venting Requirements

Mechanical Field Inspection:
Mechanical Systems
Electrical Systems
Plumbing Systems
Review of findings

Steam Heat
   Boilers
   Piping
   Radiators
   Safety Systems
Hot Water Heat (Hydronics)
   Boilers
   One Pipe Systems
   Two Pipe Systems
   Open & Closed Styles

Dinner

Diagnostics & Troubleshooting
   Slides of Real Conditions
Combustible Leak Detectors
Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Report Writing of Conditions with 3D Inspection Systems
Structured Study
   Group Discussion
   Sample Test
   Q & A
 

DAY 6 (Thursday)                                                                                        

Quiz:
Heating Systems

Structural:
What to Inspect/How to Inspect it
What to Report/How to Report it
Requirements
   Industry Standards

Exteriors:
Siding Materials & Installation
   Types
     Fiberboard
     Brick
     Stucco
     EIFS, etc
   Inherent Problems & Causes
Trim Materials & Installation

Lunch

Windows
   Types
     Double Hung
     Cantilever
     Jalousie, etc
   Installation & Conditions
Doors
   Types
     Exterior Grade
     Sliders
     Overhead, etc
Decks, Porches & Balconies
   Installation & Conditions
Framing Styles
   Installation & Conditions
     Platform
     Balloon
     Post & Beam
Moisture Meters
   Brands
   Use
   Technique

Dinner

Interiors:
Wall Coverings & Conditions
   Sheetrock
   Plaster & Lathe
   Paneling
Ceilings
   Coverings & Condition
Floors
   Framing & Condition
Staircases
   Design & Condition
Room-by-Room Inspection Procedure
Diagnostics & Troubleshooting
   Slides of Real Conditions
Report Writing of Conditions with 3D Inspection Systems
Structured Study
   Group Discussion
   Sample Test
   Q & A
 

DAY 7 (Friday)                                                                                        

Quiz:
Structural Systems

Roofing:
What to Inspect/How to Inspect it
What to Report/How to Report it
Requirements
   Industry Standards
Identification of Roof Types
   Gable
   Hip
   Shed, etc
Roof Covering Materials
   Installation & Inspection
     Composition Asphalt
     Wood - Shakes & Shingles
     Slate
     Tile
     Metal, etc
Estimating Remaining Life
Roof Flashing
   Installation
   Materials
   Concerns

Attic:
Framing
Insulation Types
   Fiberglass
   Cellulose
   Vermiculite
   Rock Wool
Ventilation
   Requirements & Methods
Troubleshooting Leaks

Lunch

Field Inspection:
Deliver your "Driveway Speal"
Perform Inspection using Provided Report Forms
Role Play
   Answering Buyer & REALTOR Questions
Review of Inspection
   System-by-System
Write Final Report & Return for Credit

Dinner

Structured Review of All Systems
Test Preparation
Q & A
 

DAY 8 (Saturday)                                                                                        

Review of Remaining Questions
Preparing for National & State Tests
Topics to Expect
Review of Testing Materials
   Test Taking Techniques & Strategies
   Types of Test Questions
   Promissor Testing Center

Final Exam:
   Format similar to NHIE and NAHI National Exams
   ASHI Standards of Practice & Code of Ethics
   Structural & Mechanical Systems & Components
   Diagnostics & Troubleshooting

Lunch

Exam Review
   Which answer is right & why?
Using Your New Tool Kit
   AC/DC Rechargeable Ultrastinger Flashlight
   Water Pressure Gauge
   Moisture Meter
   Outlet/GFCI Tester
   Telescopic Mirror
   Voltage Sniffer
   *Tool Bag also included in Kit
Graduation

Note:  At Midwest Inspectors Institute, we do not teach to the test.  Instead, our process is to teach the theory behind the various systems and components.  If clearly understood, no matter how the question is asked, you should be able to select the appropriate response.
 

Last Update 02/22/2008