“For real estate professionals based in New York—including salespersons, brokers, home inspectors, and FHA appraisers—understanding mechanical systems within homes is critical. “From the Ground Up: Mechanical Systems” is a comprehensive 4-hour continuing education course that provides an in-depth analysis of HVAC, heating, cooling, plumbing, and electrical systems with a keen perspective on both their evolution and current technologies. Participants will end the course with the ability to expertly navigate conversations about mechanical systems, ensuring they can offer informed insights into the functionality, safety, and efficiency of the vital components that underpin a home’s livability.

Course Objectives:
Historical to Contemporary Knowledge: Explore the development of heating, cooling, plumbing, and electrical systems from their early forms to modern advancements.

HVAC System Insights: Learn the differences between HVAC systems and their appropriate uses, while being able to discern common issues and maintenance needs.

Diagnosing Mechanical Issues: Recognize and understand typical mechanical problems, foreseeing potential challenges that may impact homeowners.

Communication Mastery: Enhance the ability to convey the state and effectiveness of a property’s mechanical systems to stakeholders with clarity and precision.

Inspection Report Skills: Develop the expertise to produce detailed and accurate inspection reports focusing on a property’s mechanical systems, raising the caliber of professional evaluation documents.

NYS Department of State Approved Course Codes: Appraiser: A-5885-04, Salesperson/Broker: M-18330-04, Home Inspection: L-3157-04

The webinar will be a live course and/or run the same times as the classroom course. You will be able to log in with any device that has internet access (We do recommend using a device with a large enough screen so you will be able to see the PowerPoint and course material clearly) The instructor will lead the class live, you will be able to ask questions and participate in class discussions all in real-time.

Webinar! From the Ground Up: Mechanical Systems