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INT 262 - Interior Codes & Building Str

Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
Teaches current international and local building codes, as well as ADA, barrier-free, and life-safety codes as they relate to interior design and interior environments. Focuses on codes and applications to meet overall health, safety, and welfare standards through design.
Competencies
 

  1. Summarize the types of codes and regulations used for interior applications 
    1. Describe the various entities and organizations involved in codes and regulations 
    2. Classify which authority has jurisdiction 
    3. Classify the hierarchy of the entities and organizations involved in codes and regulations 
  2. Discuss the codes related to accessibility 
    1. Identify the enforcement and responsibility 
    2. Interpret accessibility guidelines 
  3. Compare occupancy classifications and loads 
    1. List the types of occupancy 
    2. Determine occupant loads 
    3. Interpret codes related to types of occupancy 
  4. Classify types of construction and building sizes 
    1. Describe building height and area limitations 
    2. Determine construction types 
  5. Ascertain egress strategies 
    1. Differentiate defend in place and evacuation 
    2. Discern arrangement and number of exits including signage 
  6. Analyze fire and smoke resistant assemblies and fire protection systems 
    1. Distinguish fire walls and barrier requirements 
    2. Compare tests and test ratings 
    3. Discuss detection, alarm, and extinguishing systems 
  7. Comprehend plumbing, mechanical, electrical and communication codes 
    1. Identify codes, standards and federal requirements for plumbing, mechanical, electrical and communication systems
    2. Review health and safety impacts for plumbing, mechanical, electrical and communication systems 
  8. Characterize knowledge of finish and furniture selections as they relate to codes 
    1. Illustrate the standards and testing applicable to various furniture and finishes 
    2. Distinguish which codes apply based on occupancy type 

Competencies Revised Date: AY2022



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