Enhance your knowledge of foundations

This training on residential building foundations provides a comprehensive understanding of the principles and construction techniques involved in laying foundations. It also covers current building codes and regulations, methods for preventing water infiltration, and techniques to reinforce existing foundations.

Foundations are the cornerstone of any building, ensuring stability, durability, and resistance to structural loads. This course will help you gain in-depth knowledge of foundations—from design and implementation to compliance with regulations.

What you will learn:

✅ Current regulations: Quebec Construction Code and National Building Code
✅ Fundamentals: essential definitions and the role of foundations
✅ Materials used: concrete, wood, aggregates, rebar, conduits, piles
✅ Excavation: staking, soil type, depth, and stabilization
✅ Structural components: footings, walls, floor slabs, formwork
✅ Drainage and moisture protection: regulations and best practices
✅ Backfilling: material selection and proper grading

This course is divided into several interactive modules, combining theory and practical case studies to provide a complete and hands-on learning experience.

Who is this course for?

Whether you’re a construction contractor, technologist, architect, or simply passionate about building, this course will give you the tools to better understand and apply the fundamental principles of building foundations.

Course Format:

💻 Online training available 24/7
📜 Certificate awarded upon completion
🎯 Duration: 6 detailed modules with quizzes and practical exercises

Total duration: 5 hours