 | Identify and articulate the key practices of sustainable
building |
| Establish competencies in applying LEED® , BUILT GREEN® and
other relevant criteria or established guidelines |
| Analyze the costs and benefits of incorporating sustainable
building measures |
| Take advantage of financial incentives and technical assistance
offered by governments, utilities and non-profi t organizations |
| Work with architects, designers, builders, building operators,
and utilities to improve a building’s performance |
| Establish a sustainable design goal for project development |
| Assist in the education and training of staff in sustainable
building |
| Upon successful course completion students are eligible to take
the CSBA exam |
Unit Outline
Nine two-day sessions
Meets Friday and Saturday per month
Unit 1: Introduction to Sustainable Building and Design
Unit 2: Importance of Place
Unit 3: Energy Efficiency and Integrated Lighting Design
Unit 4: “Green” Material Selection
Unit 5: Indoor Environmental Quality & Health
Unit 6: Water Conservation and Quality Protection
Unit 7: Sustainable Job Site Operations
Unit 8: Building Operations and Maintenance
