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The Basics of Premanufactured Wall Panels


Total Credits: 1 including 1 Minnesota Residential Building Contractor, 1 Minnesota Building Official, 1 Wisconsin Dwelling Contractor

Categories:
MN Building Official Credit |  MN Contractor Credit |  WI Contractor Credit
Faculty:
Dave Johnson
Duration:
1 Hour
Format:
Audio and Video
License:
Access for 180 day(s) after purchase.



Description

Premanufactured wall panels have been available in the market since the early 90’s but have only gained traction with many builders in the past 10 years. This course will cover many of the features and benefits that have provided new reasons for builders to choose them over traditional “stick” framing.  After taking this course, you will also have a good understanding of the costs you need to evaluate when choosing if wall panels are right for you.  You will also have a better understanding of the services that manufacturers provide.

Course Outline
  • Course Intro 
  • Wall Panels in MN 
  • New Interest 
  • Estimating & Quoting
  • Quote Review, Cost Evaluation
  • Design & Production
  • Delivery & Installation
  • Additional Features
  • Wrap-Up

Learner Objectives
  • Identify the basic components of a premanufactured wall panel
  • Recognize the different interpretations of what “design” and “designer” means and evaluate the additional services that manufacturers provide
  • Effectively understand & evaluation the cost savings that premanufactured walls provide.
  • Understand installation basics & what you can expect from a manufacturer.

Testimonials

"This course opened my eyes to what pre-manufactured Wall Panels are, highlighted their numerous benefits, and were also fair in describing a situation where they won't be the best option for a new build." Benjamin Katororsz, Construction Con Dios, LLC

"Great course that was easy to fit my time frame!" Lindsey Cartwright, Cartwright Construction

"Great speaker, great content!" Nicholas Knaack


Quiz Info

In order to receive continuing education credit(s), you will need to take a 10-question quiz following the course. To pass the quiz, you will need to achieve a score of 70% or higher. If you are unsuccessful, you will have an opportunity to repeat the quiz. Once you have successfully completed the quiz, you can download your continuing education certificate(s) showing the credit(s) that you have earned.


Credit Info

This course has been approved for one hour of MN residential contractor, remodeler and building official continuing education by the Minnesota Department of Labor & Industry, and one hour of WI Dwelling Contractor Qualifier by the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services.

If you are eligible to receive continuing education credits, your information will be electronically reported to the appropriate agency within 3 business days of course completion.


Access Info

Your online course is accessible 24/7. The course will be available to you for 180 days from purchase date.


Questions and Comments Questions and comments related to the curriculum for this course may be submitted to the instructor at education@housingfirstmn.org. 

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Faculty

Dave Johnson Related Seminars and Products

Smartlam


Dave is employed with Smartlam and has been a continuing education instructor since 2015. He has a wide range of experience in the construction industry having previously worked for Glenbrook Lumber, Edgebuilder Wall Panels, BlueLinx, Structural Wood Corporation, Weyerhaeuser Distribution, and Trus Joist/Weyerhaeuser.