Department of Commerce, Safety & Building Division links:
To help you navigate through the Dept of Commerce website we've done the searching for you and have pulled the specific links you'll need to find the information you're searching for, listed below in eight categories. Just click on the link you need:
Which Building Credential Do I Need?
http://commerce.wi.gov/SB/docs/SB-BuildingContractorPoster.pdf
Explanation of Dwelling Contractor Education Requirement
http://commerce.wi.gov/SB/SB-EducationDwellConExplan0109.html
Dwelling Contractor Certification Rule
http://commerce.wi.gov/SB/SB-BuildingContractorProgram.html
Dwelling Contractor Qualifier Classes
http://commerce.wi.gov/SB/SB-EducationDqc.html#Nor
Dwelling Contractor Qualifier Continuing Education Credits
http://commerce.wi.gov/sb/SB-EducationDqc.html#MlaC
Continuing Education Classes
http://commerce.wi.gov/SB/SB-DivContinuingEducation.html
Builder Credential Search Menu
http://apps2.commerce.wi.gov/SB_Credential/
UDC Codes and Administrative Codes
http://www.legis.state.wi.us/rsb/code/comm/comm020.html
Sign up for e-mail updates from the Dept. of Commerce:
http://www.commerce.state.wi.us/SB/SB-DivEmailSignup.html
Dept. of Commerce Customer Service phone #: 608-261-8500
Continuing Education Course:
Anatomy of a Healthy Shower - FREE SEMINAR!
When: Tuesday, September 14, 2010
Time: 2:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Where: Townline Sports Bar & Grill
Cost: FREE TO MEMBERS
Credits: 3
Instructor: Corey Stevens, H.J. Martin & Son
Class Description: This 3-credit course will focus on the importance of improving technology by preventing mold and mildew within the home using a system in which the individual components collectively form a watertight assembly. This newly developed process "waterproofs" the shower area in your clients' home. The assembly eliminates the risk of failures due to both vapor and water penetration. Taking advantage of this class will add another benefit to your home selling expertise!
To register, please contact the BCHBA office at 494.9020.
Course Description: Dwelling Contractor Qualifier course ~ emphasis will be placed on the Wisconsin Uniform Dwelling Codes, Construction Law and Construction Business Practices. This course counts as either initial credits or continuing education credits. You must let the instructor know what you need. You must bring your Wisconsin Builders License to receive credit.
NWTC - Dwelling Contractor Qualifier - Initial or Continuing Education
Catalog# 47-410-420
Class# 81216
Time: 5:30 p.m. - 8:20 p.m.
Location: Room AP216
Date: 11/08-11/17/10 (Monday & Wednesday evenings)
Cost: $54.18
Credits: 12
Instructors: Frank Kowalkowski / Rob Cormier
To register: call NWTC, (920) 498-5444 or (800) 422-NWTC, ext. 5444 or online at www.nwtc.edu.
Important Note: This class qualifies for either initial or continuing education. Let the instructor know which you need so that your certificate can be filled out appropriately.
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Course Description: Building Science ~ using a "Whole House" approach to construction. Identifying the relationships between different housing systems. Building durability issues, occupant health and safety issues, building problems related with newly constructed residences.
NWTC - Building Science
Catalog# 47-410-417
Class# 81211
Time: 5:30 p.m. - 8:20 p.m.
Location: Room AP216
Date: 10/12 - 10/21/10 (Tuesday & Thursday evenings)
Cost: $54.18
Credits: 12
Instructors: Doug Meek
To register: call NWTC, (920) 498-5444 or (800) 422-NWTC, ext. 5444 or online at www.nwtc.edu.
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Course Description: Building Law ~ contract or other business law as it relates to the construction industry. Emphasis is placed on the law as it relates to the construction of dwellings.
NWTC - Building Law
Catalog# 47-410-419
Class# 81209
Time: 5:30 p.m. - 8:20 p.m.
Location: Room AP216
Date:9/27 - 10/06/10 (Monday & Wednesday evenings)
Cost: $54.18
Credits: 12
Instructors: Frank Kowalkowski
To register: call NWTC, (920) 498-5444 or (800) 422-NWTC, ext. 5444 or online at www.nwtc.edu.
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Course Description: Energy Efficiency Products and Practices ~ identify ways to improve the efficiency through products and practices for a common household. This course will cover application, lighting, insulation types, heating and cooling issues and much more.
NWTC - Energy Efficiency
Catalog# 47-469-458
Class# 81214
Time: 5:30 p.m. - 8:20 p.m.
Location: Room AP216
Date:11/02 - 11/11/10 (Tuesday & Thursday evenings)
Cost: $52.80
Credits: 12
Instructors: Lisa Schuch
Call NWTC to register by phone (920) 498-5444.
Please have your credit card, social security number and class number available.
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Dew Point for Dummies - FREE SEMINAR!
When: Tuesday, November 9, 2010
Time: 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Where: The Bar West - Holmgren Way
Cost: FREE TO MEMBERS
Credits: 1.5
Instructor: Joe Nagan, Home Building Technology Services
Class Description: "Dew-Point"" What's the big deal...It's just moisture, right? Moisture can be a problem whether it's window condensation, wall condensation or moisture in an attic space. The mechanisms involved with surface moisture problems are universal and can be predicted and controlled. This presentation will explain 'in detail' the conditions that produce surface condensation and also explain just why it's necessary you understand, just what you can, and cannot control. Product marketing often times states that you can control Dew-Point. We'll blow the lid off that statement and you'll leave with a clear understanding of this terminology. Building in a cold climate demands you understand this concept in an effort to reduce callbacks!
To register, please contact the BCHBA office at 494.9020.
