Sustainable Building Science


This program is designed to train construction professionals and facilities managers for building applications and systems that consume a minimal amount of non-renewable resources and contribute to environmental and personal health.

                                         


                                                         

This program will prepare graduates for careers in resource energy management, indoor air quality, solar installation, home energy rating systems, and other specialties that support the design, building, and maintenance of sustainable living environments.

Participants will receive a solid foundation in applied mathematics, applied physics, and communication, as well as receive training in industry-specific applications using energy efficiency technology to diagnose building deficiencies. Advanced training in sustainable systems, solar (photovoltaic) systems, resource conservation management, and weatherization will prepare graduates for a variety of careers within the construction and utilities industries, including resource conservation managers, energy auditors, weatherization specialists, solar energy specialists and home energy raters.

This program is approximately five quarters in length, depending on the time students need to satisfactorily complete all graduation requirements.

Students pursuing an AAT or AAS-T degree must complete all college degree requirements prior to graduation. This includes courses that meet the capstone project, diversity, and computer literacy requirements.

Program Requirements

Catalog No.         

Course Name         

Credits

CONST 105

Measurement, Tools, & Safety

2

CONST 108

Site Leveling, Plans, Codes, & Materials

2

CONST 112

Footings and Foundations

3

CONST 116

Floor Framing

3

CONST 120

Wall Framing, Sheeting, & Ceilings

5

CONST 122

Roof Framing

5

CONST 126

Roofing Materials & Installation

3

CONST 134

Exterior Finish

3

SBS 105

Introduction to Sustainability

3

SBS 110

Green Building Design

4

SBS 115

Sustainable Materials in Construction

4

SBS 120

Survey of Energy Ratings

4

SBS 125

Alternative Energy Systems

4

SBS 140

Insulation Basics

4

SBS 145

Building Envelope

5

SBS 150

Moisture Mitigation

3

SBS 155

Solar Basics

4

SBS 170

Diagnostics and Testing

3

SBS 175

Indoor Air Testing

3

SBS 180

Thermography

3

SBS 185CAP

Service Learning Project

3

CMST& 220

Public Speaking

5

ENGL& 101

English Composition

5

MATH 105

Math for Industrial Professions

5

MATH& 141

Precalculus I

5

PSYC& 100

General Psychology (or other social science or humanities class)

5

Transferable Biology, Chemistry, Geology, or Physics

5

Technical Course Requirements (Total)

73

General Education Requirements

20

Total Credits for Completion

103

Optional Electives        

Catalog No.         

Course Name                 

Credits

CONST 130

Stairway Construction

4

CONST 138

Interior Finish I

3

CONST 142

Interior Finish II

4

CONST 146

Deck Construction

3

CONST 150

Carpentry Trades

1

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