Alaska 2024 IMC Update

Students who take this course will receive eight hours of Alaska Department of Commerce-approved instruction on the provisions and updates found in the 2024 International Mechanical Code (IMC).

This course covers the following topics:

• Chapter 1: Scope and Administration
  • This segment deals with how and where the IMC is applicable, who the code official is, and how they administer this code.
• Chapter 2: Definitions
  • This segment defines many of the specific terms used throughout the Code.
• Chapter 3: General Regulations
  • Learn about the regulations that are applicable to more general concepts such as structure protection, equipment and appliance location, and piping support.
• Chapter 4: Ventilation
  • The segment looks at the regulation of ventilation and ventilation systems.
• Chapter 5: Exhaust systems
  • Learn how the Code regulates exhaust systems. Clothes dryer exhaust, domestic cooking exhaust equipment, and commercial kitchen makeup air are all discussed.
• Chapter 6: Duct Systems
  • Examine regulations applicable to ducts and other related topics, including plenums, air filters, and transfer openings.
• Chapter 7: Combustion Air
  • This segment looks at the general regulations dealing with combustion air.
• Chapter 8: Chimneys and Vents
  • This segment explores the regulations governing chimneys and associated vents.
• Chapter 9: Specific Appliances, Fireplaces, and Solid Fuel-Burning Equipment
  • Discover the regulations affecting fireplaces, incinerators, infrared heaters, forced-air warm-air furnaces, and other similar appliances.
• Chapter 10: Boilers, Water Heaters, and Pressure Vessels
  • See how the IMC regulates water heaters, boilers, safety and pressure relief valves and controls, and expansion tanks.
• Chapter 11: Refrigeration
  • This segment covers the regulation of refrigeration systems and refrigerants.

Course ID(s): 19925

Approved By: Department of Labor and Workforce Development - Mechanical Inspection Division