It is geared towards helping owners increase their bottom lines and preserve their buildings through sound management strategies. The course is based on specific needs, but usually includes information on loan programs, record keeping, new tenant selections, narcotics control, Housing Court, preventive maintenance strategies, working with tenants, and environmental health issues.
Classes take place at a site in each borough on a rotating basis.
Students learn the essentials of building maintenance and repair, covering plumbing, electrical and heating systems, and general repairs in theory classes. This course is given three times a year at 100 Gold Street, Manhattan.