The Sustainable Building Advisors Course

The Sustainable Building Advisor (SBA) course is a nine-month (one FRI/SAT per month), specialized training course and certification exam designed to enable graduates to advise employers or clients on strategies and tools for implementing sustainable building.

Sustainable buildings are places people want to be. They provide economic, social and environmental benefits to developers, owners, tenants, design professionals and the surrounding community.

A Learning Experience Designed for Professionals

bulletExpert Instructors: Experts in their fields will present the proven and the latest in sustainable design, construction and operation techniques with an emphasis on both practical applications and underlying theories.
bulletInteractive Format: Interactive class discussion and rigorous inquiry will be integrated throughout the course. Participation will be encouraged and expected to enhance a cooperative, fun learning experience. Each unit will include an in-depth small group project that will reinforce technical concepts and develop competencies in applying LEED®, BUILT GREEN®, and other local programs.
bulletDemonstrated Competencies: Small group project presentations and written papers summarizing results will be required for each unit to document learning and for credit.
bulletField Trips: Site visits to exemplary projects will provide opportunities to test conceptual understanding with real projects.
bulletIntegrated Approach: Units will be fully integrated by the lead instructor to reinforce learning and provide familiarity with cross-disciplinary aspects of applied sustainability.
bulletReadings: Focused reading selections will be assigned for further learning.
bulletResources: Internet and other resources will be integrated into the classroom experience.
bulletCross-Sector Applicability: Course content (including case studies and project-based exercises) will address various types of construction (commercial, residential, renovation, and new) and development (greenfield, redevelopment), etc.

Register Early & Save!

Register now for the Sustainable Building Advisor Course and save $200. Through September 2nd, the registration cost is $1995. Starting September 3nd, the cost rises to $2195. Class is limited to the first 35 participants. Call 647-3277 to register or use our online registration form.

Early Bird Price through September 2
F8004 / 18 sessions / 108 clock hrs.
(monthly)
F from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM;
Sa from 8:00 AM to 12 N
Jackson
$1995
10/3 - 6/6
WCC - Foundation 201
Regular Price Starting September 3
F8005 / 18 sessions / 108 clock hrs.
(monthly)
F from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM;
Sa from 8:00 AM to 12 N
Jackson
$2195
10/3 - 6/6
WCC - Foundation 201


For more information, contact:

Katie Jensen
Whatcom Community Education

360-676-2170, ext. 3487
comed@whatcom.ctc.edu

 

Frequently Asked Questions

Outline & Objectives

Times & Dates

Printable Brochure
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Who Should Take this Class?

Architects
Engineering Professionals
Contractors
Project Managers
Landscapers
Construction Professionals
Conservation Specialists
Planning Department Personnel
Facilities Managers
Sustainability Professionals

... Anyone involved in the building process.


Links of Interest

Nasbap Homepage
Sustainable Connections

 

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