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.
Class starts in January.
The SBA Course has been approved for 100 Learning Units (LUs)
through the American Institute of Architects (AIA). The course is
also approved for AIA's Sustainable Design (SD) requirements. Many
other professional organizations outside of AIA offer continuing
education credit for AIA-approved courses.
Watch the Open House & Explanation of Class
We hosted an open house for the class on Dec 9th. This gave
potential students a chance to hear Alistair Jackson, lead instructor,
explain the class and to answer student questions. The recording
of the class is below. Be aware that you may have to watch an
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NOTE: This was a live broadcast. If would
you would like a copy of the PowerPoint shown in the video, please email
Greg Marshall at
gmarshal@whatcom.ctc.edu
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A Learning Experience Designed for Professionals
Expert 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.
Interactive 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.
Demonstrated Competencies: Small group project presentations and
written papers summarizing results will be required for each unit to
document learning and for credit.
Field Trips: Site visits to exemplary projects will provide
opportunities to test conceptual understanding with real projects.
Integrated Approach: Units will be fully integrated by the lead
instructor to reinforce learning and provide familiarity with
cross-disciplinary aspects of applied sustainability.
Readings: Focused
reading selections will be assigned for further learning.
Resources:
Internet and other resources will be integrated into the classroom
experience.
Cross-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.
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.
