Course Descriptions, Schedule and Tuition Rates

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Your Career in Home Inspection
2 hours, No prerequisites
Course Number: HI-9999
Tuition: No charge, but you must register.
Considering a career change? If you find yourself in a position where your instincts are telling you to change course, this free career seminar might just be what you need. This career seminar is led by experienced professionals who will offer real advice about career and academic paths and talk about both the satisfactions and challenges of their own chosen careers. The seminar is two hours long, given in the evening and offered three times a year - every May, September and January. There is no charge for the seminar, which is held on our Rockville Centre campus.
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Home Inspection Module 1: Structure, Roofing and Exteriors
25 hours, plus exam; No prerequisites
Course Number: HI-1000
Tuition:$450
Offered 5-6 times a year, in the fall, spring and summer, about every 6-8 weeks.
Prepare for the New York State home inspection professional examination with the first of five mandatory license-qualifying courses. This course focuses on procedures for inspecting the structural, exterior, and roof components. Topics include: footings, foundations, basements, crawlspaces, floor, wall and roof framing, wall coverings, doors, windows, decks, garages, walkways, roof styles, materials, installation, drainage and flashing,
Instructor: Dennis J. DeVoti, P.E. is a New York State Professional Engineer with over 10 years experience as a home inspector. He has over a decade of teaching experience - three teaching an Overview of Home Inspection course at Molloy College. He is also certified by the National Institute of Building Inspectors. DeVoti holds a Bachelor of Electrical Engineering from Manhattan College and Alain Attias, licensed Home Inspector, Board Certified Master Home Inspector, Pro-Lab Mold Inspector.

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Home Inspection Module 2: Interiors, Electrical Systems, Insulation and Ventilation
25 hours, plus exam; No prerequisites
Course Number: HI-2000
Tuition:$450

Offered 5-6 times a year, in the fall, spring and summer, about every 6-8 weeks.
Module 2 covers procedures for inspecting interior components, insulation, ventilation and electrical systems. Topics include: doors, windows, walls, floors, ceilings, steps, railings, balconies, cabinets, appliances, air/vapor , barriers, exhaust systems, electrical service, entrance and panels, amperage/voltage, wiring; grounding equipment, switches; outlets, circuit interrupters, light fixtures, and smoke detectors.
Instructor: Dennis J. DeVoti, P.E., see Bio under course number: HI-1000
and Alain Attias, see Bio under course number: HI-1000
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Home Inspection Module 3: Heating, Cooling and Plumbing
25 hours, plus exam; No prerequisites
Course Number: HI-3000
Tuition:$450
Offered 5-6 times a year, in the fall, spring and summer, about every 6-8 weeks.
Module 3 covers procedures for inspecting the heating, cooling and plumbing systems. Topics include: energy sources, hot water boilers, furnaces, fireplaces, chimneys, vents, flues; distribution; controls, thermostats, safety controls, exhausts, duct systems, heat pumps, water sources, piping and water main lines, valves; main shutoff, fixtures, faucets, water heaters, waste disposal systems and drains, vent piping and systems.
Instructors: John Weiburg, P.E., Engineer and licensed home inspector and Alain Attias, see Bio under course number: HI-1000.

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Home Inspection Module 4: License Law, Overview of Profession and Report Writing
25 hours, plus exam; No prerequisites
Course Number: HI-4000
Tuition: $450
Offered 5-6 times a year, in the fall, spring and summer, about every 6-8 weeks.
Module 4 covers: license law, code of ethics, standards of practice, overview of the profession, pre-inspection agreement, elements of a contract, liability issues, safety concerns and report writing, including checklist, narrative, and forms.
Instructors: John Weiburg, P.E., Engineer and licensed home inspector and Alain Attias, see Bio under course number: HI-1000.

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Home Inspection Module 5: Field Training
40 hours, no exam, prerequisites: Modules 1-4
Course Number: HI-5000
Tuition: $775
The course is usually offered 5-6 times a year, in the fall, spring and summer, about every 6-8 weeks.
Forty (40) hours of supervised home inspections. Hours are arranged with the instructor, usually on Saturdays or Sundays. 
Instructors: Paul Barroca, P.E., Rich Manning, NYS licensed home inspector and Richard Barbieri
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