Building/Home/Construction Inspection/Inspector

Portland Community College, a public institution in Portland, OR, offers a Building/Home/Construction Inspection/Inspector certificate at the two-to-four-year certificate level. This program, classified under CIP code 46.0403, prepares students for careers conducting inspections of residential and commercial buildings to ensure compliance with building codes and safety regulations.

Inspectors work with contractors, government agencies, and property owners across the construction and real estate sectors. Students at Portland Community College may also be interested in related programs such as Building/Construction Site Management/Manager, Construction Engineering Technology/Technician, and Civil Engineering Technologies/Technicians. The college also offers certificates in Electrical, Electronic, and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician and Manufacturing Engineering Technology/Technician for those pursuing broader technical training.