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Home Inspection Courses:

Home Inspection Textbook Information:

Please note that students enrolling in the online Home Inspection courses are responsible for contacting Carson Dunlop and Associates directly to order the required textbooks.

Please order your Home Inspection Training Course Material online:

1. Visit the online store – http://store.carsondunlop.com/Products-College_Students.html

2. Locate the “Navigation Menu” on the left hand side of the page.

3. Click on the heading “College Students”.

4. Very important: Select your college, as the promo code provided will only work in the College section.

5. Scroll down the page to locate the text book(s) required for your course(s).

6. Add the text book(s) to your shopping cart.

7. Proceed to the checkout when you have the item(s) in your shopping cart.

8. Near the end of the checkout process please enter the following Promo/Redemption code – ONLearn

9. The course material (unit cost) with the promo code will be $200 plus tax and shipping.

Air Conditioning & Heat Pump Inspection
TECH 0450 – CRN 35136 – Non-credit:

Emphasis in this subject is on cooling systems and heat pumps. Students learn to identify typical defects and apply correct inspection techniques.

  • Semester Start/End Date: May 10th – August 16th
  • Prerequisite: None
  • Final Exam: Yes
  • Course Fee

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Communication/Professional Practices
TECH 0451 – CRN 35137 – Non-credit:

The professional home inspector is required, both verbally and in writing, to describe the inspection process and communicate inspection findings to the client. It is imperative that the home inspector be able to communicate clearly and effectively to ensure understanding of an inspection, once conducted. Students in this subject develop their oral and written communication skills, and learn the reporting requirements and proper conduct required of a professional in this industry.

  • Semester Start/End Date: May 10th – August 16th
  • Prerequisite: None
  • Final Exam: Yes
  • Course Fee

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Electrical Inspection
TECH 0452 – CRN 35138 – Non-credit

This subject prepares students to inspect the performance of the following components of electrical systems within residential buildings: service drops, grounding systems, service panels, wiring systems, devices, and fixtures.

  • Semester Start/End Date: May 10th – August 16th
  • Prerequisite: None
  • Final Exam: Yes
  • Course Fee

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Exterior Inspection
TECH 0453 – CRN 35139 – Non-credit:

This subject covers retaining walls, grounds, window wells, lot grading, driveways, patios, walkways, decks, balconies, stoops and steps, porches, railings, wall cladding, flashing trim, eaves, soffits, fascia, as well as exterior doors and windows. Students learn to describe the exterior wall covers and inspect all aspects of the exterior named above.

  • Semester Start/End Date: May 10th – August 16th
  • Prerequisite: None
  • Final Exam: Yes
  • Course Fee

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Heating Inspection I
Tech 0454 – CRN 35140 – Non-credit:

This subject covers installed heating systems (gas and oil furnaces and hot water boilers). Emphasis is on the inspector’s ability to identify the energy source, type, material, condition, and safety concerns, as well as inspecting the heating equipment.

  • Semester Start/End Date: May 10th – August 16th
  • Prerequisite: None
  • Final Exam: Yes
  • Course Fee

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Heating Inspection II
TECH 0455 – CRN 35141 – Non-credit:

This subject covers vent systems, flues and chimneys, as well as fireplaces, other wood heating appliances, steam and electric heating systems. Students apply knowledge of these systems to the role of home inspector.

  • Semester Start/End Date: May 10th – August 16th
  • Prerequisites: TECH0455 Heating Inspection I
  • Final Exam: Yes
  • Course Fee

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Interior/Insulation Inspection
TECH 0456 – CRN 35142 – Non-credit:

Focus is on the inspection of thermal insulation, vapor retarders and ventilation systems, as well as the inspection of interior elements of residential dwellings such as walls, ceilings, floors, basements, doors, windows, interior stairs/railings, installed countertops and cabinets, and garage doors/door operators.

  • Semester Start/End Date: May 10th – August 16th
  • Prerequisites: None
  • Final Exam:Yes
  • Course Fee

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Plumbing Inspection
TECH 0457 – CRN 35143 – Non-credit:

This subject prepares students to inspect, in a residential dwelling, the interior water supply and distribution systems (including fixtures and faucets), as well as water heating equipment and drain/vent/waste systems and their related fixtures.

  • Semester Start/End Date: May 10th – August 16th
  • Prerequisites: None
  • Final Exam: Yes
  • Course Fee

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Roofing Inspection
TECH 0458 – CRN 35144 – Non-credit:

The emphasis in this subject is on typical defects of the various types of roof coverings, drainage systems, flashing, skylights, chimneys, and other roof penetrations. Students apply their knowledge to roofing to inspections that focus on system performance, safety concerns, and compliance with existing codes and standards.

  • Semester Start/End Date: May 10th – August 16th
  • Prerequisites: None
  • Final Exam: Yes
  • Course Fee

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Structural Inspection
TECH 0459 – CRN 35145 – Non-credit:

This subject focuses on the following structural components of a residential dwelling: foundations and footings, floors, walls and roof/ceiling structures. Students learn to apply knowledge of structures to inspections that focus on system performance, safety concerns, and compliance with good construction practices.

  • Semester Start/End Date: May 10th – August 16th
  • Prerequisite: None
  • Final Exam: Yes
  • Course Fee

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