NOTICE: This course may be taken to fulfill the 1 hour Advanced Florida Building Code course requirement for engineers who practice engineering that is related to building design or systems. This course covers the most significant changes in the 2014 Florida Building Code and may be taken by engineers of any discipline.
Course Description:
This course presents the significant code changes from the 2010 Florida Building Code to the 2014 Florida Building Code. The course highlights the differences and includes base code changes in the 2012 International Building Codes and the Florida specific changes.
Specific Course Learning Objectives:
This course will provide contractors, design professionals, and building code professionals with practical information on changes to the 2014 Florida Building Code. Upon completion of this course, participants will understand the changes made to the 2014 Florida Building Code including but not limited to the requirements of occupancy groups, fire resistant construction and fire protection, means of egress, and structural requirement.
Course Category:
Advanced Building Code ModuleCode Edition:
2014 Florida Building CodeMethod of Presentation:
OnlineOutline/Timeline:
1. Introduction 2 minutes
2. Administration 5 minutes
3. Occupancy Group Requirements 15 minutes
4. Special Occupancies 3 minutes
5. General Building Heights and Areas 7 minutes
6. Fire-Resistance-Rated Construction 8 minutes
7. Fire Protection Systems 3 minutes
8. Means of Egress 15 minutes
9. Rooftop Assemblies and Rooftop Structures 2 minutes
Total Time 60 minutes
Method of Evaluation:
Participants will complete a short test or quiz to determine if they have understood and retained the information presented.