A home inspection is a non-invasive visual inspection of a residential dwelling, performed for a fee. The inspection identifies material defects within specific components of the dwelling. Components may include any combination of mechanical, structural, electrical, plumbing or other essential systems or portions of the home, and the components to be inspected are agreed to by the client and the inspector prior to the inspection process. You must be licensed to practice as a home inspector in South Carolina (unless you hold a South Carolina license as an architect, engineer, residential builder or general contractor). Successful completion of this 45-hour training course exempts the license candidate from meeting the usual experience requirement to be eligible to take the South Carolina home inspector examination, a two-hour exam consisting of 100 multiple-choice questions. This course is approved by the National Association of Certified Home Inspectors (NACHI) for continuing education credit. Instructor: Rob Bolus. Books not included 

Carolinas AGC (Associated General Contractors of America) and TTC offer these selected construction-related courses. Students interested in attending Carolinas AGC courses should register directly with TTC. Do not register at Carolinas AGC.

You may register:  

Online	Click on TTC Express (For credit card holders only)
By Phone	843.574.6152
By Mail	Trident Technical College P.O. Box 118067, CE-M Charleston, SC 29423-8067
By Fax	843.574.6310
In Person	Complex for Industrial and Economic Development Bldg. 910, Room 102 Main Campus 2001 Mabeline Road North Charleston, SC 29423

Office hours are 8 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., Monday-Thursday, and 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Friday.

Visit www.cagc.org/ for complete course descriptions. For other information, e-mail Bill Spaulding at bill.spaulding@tridenttech.edu or call 843.574.6778.

Electrical (Power/High Voltage)

Examinations for journeyman and master electrician are administered through the Municipal Association of South Carolina. Visit www.masc.sc for more information on qualifications, the application process, fees and exam schedules for these trade certifications. Information on business licensing in S.C. can be found at www.llr.state.sc.us.

For more information about these electrical courses or for special courses tailored to your specific needs, contact Bill Spaulding at 843.574.6778 or bill.spaulding@tridenttech.edu. The electrical courses below are listed in the general order of difficulty and in the recommended order of completion.

This 24-hour course covers direct current (DC) device circuits and materials. Topics include resistance, voltage and current flow in simple series, parallel and compound circuits, bell circuits, switch and remote control of lighting circuits, and wiring materials. Books not included 

Learn to read, understand and apply the National Electric Code (NEC) to safely and effectively install electrical systems. This 30-hour course is an effective study of the NEC manual. This course helps prepare the electrician for the NEC portion of the journeyman electrician licensure examination. Prerequisites: Electricity Basics 1, 2 and 3 or instructor approval. Books not included 

Electrical/Electronics (Low Voltage)

For those new to telephone wiring, this four-hour course introduces the basics in both theory and practice. Learn the basic types or topologies of telephone networks, minimal code requirements applied to low-voltage wiring, and the types and classes of wiring and cable acceptable for horizontal, vertical and plenum cable runs. The correct application of the 528A and 528B standards for making up cable plugs, jacks, crossover cables and patch cables is emphasized. The correct color codes and the proper termination of  RJ11 plugs and jacks are demonstrated. Other topics include RJ13 connections for security/fire systems and electrical safety for cable installation in residential and light commercial settings. Instructor: Ed Bolin, P.E. Notes provided

This eight-hour course introduces the basics in both theory and practice. Learn the basic types or topologies of data networks, minimal code requirements applied to low-voltage wiring, and the types and the classes of data wiring and cable acceptable for horizontal, vertical and plenum cable runs. The correct application of the 528A and 528B standards for making up cable plugs, jacks, crossover cables and patch cables is emphasized. Students demonstrate, using the correct color codes, the proper termination of RJ45 plugs and jacks. Electrical safety is addressed for cable installation in residential and light commercial settings. Instructor: Ed Bolin, P.E. Notes provided

For those new to audio, video and radio frequency cabling and wiring, this 16-hour course introduces the basics in both theory and practice in the physical layer of networking such signals. Learn the basic types or topologies of audio, video and RF distribution systems, minimal code requirements applied to low-voltage wiring, and the types and classes of wiring and cable acceptable for horizontal, vertical and plenum cable runs. The course covers the correct installation standards for these classes of cables such as the cable impedance, size, shielding, and minimum types and sizes of conduit used to carry these cables; the minimum cable bend radius; the importance of impedance matching; and the selection of proper connectors for the environment. Students demonstrate using the proper termination of audio and video phono plugs and jacks and RF connectors. Electrical safety is addressed for cable installation in residential and light commercial settings. Prerequisites: Wiring Practices 1 and 2. Instructor: Ed Bolin, P.E. Notes provided

AUDIO/VIDEO SYSTEMS OPERATORS

The large audio/video systems found in churches, commercial companies, hotels, theaters and other meeting places can require some specific, but limited, technical knowledge, skills and abilities. The volunteer staff that is often called upon to set up, operate or even maintain these complex electronic systems does not typically have these skills. The audience at these events can be disappointed with the results if the presentation is ill-planned, poorly set up or obviously amateurish. Fortunately, audience expectations can be met with modest investments in technical training for volunteer personnel. A church or organization can prepare its volunteers for success in their music programs, to their audience's delight, with selected audio courses from those listed below.

STUDIO PRODUCTION TECHNIQUES

This course covers the history of teleprompters, the current models available today, and the proper techniques for use and operation. Get on-camera practice using pre-scripted texts. Bring a short presentation to class or develop one to use with the speech prompter. After your performance, you receive a video recording and a critique from the instructor. You may also perform and participate in group critiques if you wish. Course time may be extended up to eight hours maximum depending on the number of students in the course. Instructor: Ed Bolin, P.E. Book included

General Construction and Contracting

Are you under contract to the Navy Facilities Engineering Command or the Army Corps of Engineers for construction work? This seven-hour course familiarizes students with the construction quality management concepts and procedures required in some federal construction contracts. Students who successfully complete this course receive a five-year certificate that is required for many federal construction contracts. The course includes introduction to construction quality management, contractor review of documents, quality management planning, teamwork and building trust, submittals, quality management during construction, making the system work, and Web CM. Instructor: John E. Parker III 

CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT INSTITUTE (CMI)
CMI announces four courses in a new series focused on architects, engineers, construction professionals and students interested in acquiring the technical and managerial skills that a construction manager (CM) needs to manage today's complex construction projects.

Course 1- The CM
Course 2- The Bid Process
Course 3- The Construction Documents that Control
Course 4- Cost, Quality, Time Management and Project Closeout

Continuing education credits (CEUs) or professional development hours (PDHs) may be awarded upon successful completion of each of the courses that follow (1 CEU=10 PDH). 

Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC)

For more information, call 843.574.6333. The courses are listed in the recommended order of completion.

*No Class 7/5/08 Holiday

This 40-hour course covers the techniques and procedures in troubleshooting and making repairs in residential air conditioning and electric heating equipment. This course covers the use of electric meters and pressure gauges in determining proper operation and charging of the system. Prerequisite: Basic HVAC Maintenance or instructor approval required prior to registering. Books not included

This nine-hour course prepares you for the EPA certification exam for refrigerant handling and recovery for stationary equipment. The EPA exam is given at the final course meeting and costs an additional $25, which must be paid separately by check, payable to the N.C. Refrigeration Board. Books included

NCCER Trade/Craft Courses and Programs

Trident Technical College is sponsored by Carolinas AGC and offers the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) training. The NCCER National Registry provides portable industry credentials that are nationally recognized. TTC students who successfully complete an NCCER course are entered in the National Registry. Once registered, NCCER-certified students may receive credentials (transcripts, certificates or wallet cards) in these construction-related crafts and topics. Levels 1-4 in each craft or trade will be offered based on demand. The first two courses are mandatory before beginning any trade or craft level 1 course. They are listed in the recommended order of completion.

This core curriculum is the NCCER 72.5-hour introductory core course of general topics that begins all NCCER craft training for electrical, carpentry, plumbing or other trades. This core curriculum is the foundation for all further advanced training in the individual crafts or trades. Topics include basic safety, construction math, hand tools, power tools, blueprints and basic rigging. Book and basic personal protective equipment (PPE) included

This 20-hour NCCER course contains two modules: basic communication skills and basic employability skills. These modules teach self-presentation, conflict resolution, problem solving and communication techniques. Topics include first impressions, starting your new job, building a strong relationship with your supervisor, teamwork, diversity in the workplace, communication skills, managing stress on the job, thinking critically and problem solving, resolving conflict, giving and receiving criticism, drug and alcohol abuse on the job, and sexual harassment. Book included

This 125-hour NCCER course follows the 72.5-hour core curriculum and Tools for Success and takes the new carpentry craft worker to the first level of carpentry training. Topics include orientation to the trade; wood building materials, fasteners and adhesives; hand and power tools; floor systems; wall and ceiling framing; roof framing; and windows and exterior doors. Prerequisite: Core Curriculum. Book included

This course will be scheduled on demand with sufficient enrollment. The 107.5-hour NCCER course follows the 72.5-hour core curriculum and takes the new electrical craft worker to the first level of electrical training. Topics include electrical safety; hand bending; fasteners and anchors; electrical theory one and two; electrical test equipment; introduction to the National Electrical Code; raceways; boxes and fittings; conductors; electrical blueprints; and commercial, industrial and residential wiring. Prerequisite: Core Curriculum. Book included

This course will be scheduled on demand with sufficient enrollment. This 122.5-hour NCCER course follows the 72.5-hour core curriculum and takes the new plumbing craft worker to the first level of plumbing training. Topics include plumbing safety and tools; plumbing math and drawings; plastic pipe and fittings; copper pipe and fittings; cast iron pipe and fittings; carbon steel pipe and fittings; corrugated stainless steel tubing; fixtures and faucets; drain, waste and vent (DWV) systems; and water distribution systems. Prerequisite: Core Curriculum. Book included

In this 36-hour course, learn to read and interpret the typical views, lines, sections and symbols used in residential construction drawings. Students inexperienced with residential construction should begin this course before taking the estimating course or the home builder license preparation course. Books not included 

Learn the basic principles of material cost estimating for residential construction in this 30-hour course. Prerequisite: Students should be able to read and interpret residential blueprints through experience or be currently enrolled in the blueprint reading course. Students inexperienced with residential construction may wish to begin this course before taking the residential builder license preparation course. Books not included 

This course prepares you for the S.C. residential home builder's examination. It covers construction management, estimating, cost accounting methods and more. Books not included