BLD 255 Building Department Administration 2

Lecture Hours: 4
Credits: 4

Discusses building department administration roles and responsibilities. Examines laws and principles that affect building department records management, budgeting, information technology, and legal aspects.

Prerequisite: BLD 155 with a grade of C or better; or consent of instructor.
Student Learning Outcomes:

Use various building department record keeping systems.
Define legal terms that relate to code enforcement.
Analyze Oregon law related to code enforcement.
Explain how the Oregon court system relates to building department procedures.
Identify building department resources available through the department’s budget.
Identify technology used in inspections, plan review, and department administration.

Content Outline

Course Introduction
Records Management
Legal Aspects
Budgeting Personnel, Supplies, and Equipment
Information Technology in Building Departments