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Professional Certificate in Green Building Construction

SDSU's College of Extended Studies is proud to offer a new construction program based on the growing demand in San Diego in the green construction industry. This program is geared for those interested in the implementation of sustainable building tools and strategies. It is also recommended for professionals moving into fields that require knowledge of green building or sustainable design, or anyone who recognizes the emerging importance of sustainable design and its impact on our daily life.

Workplace Benefits

Learn about environmentally sustainable construction in construction management education
Expand your existing knowledge base to assist in the preparation for the LEED accreditation exam
Integrate environmental concerns with career knowledge
Facilitate learning from experts in the industry
Enhance your career in a convenient online environment

Who Should Attend
Professionals in the design and construction industries who are seeking to further their career, including:

design professionals
contractors, subcontractors and builders
planners and commissioners
facilities managers and stakeholders
environmental engineers and decision-makers

The Certificate
To earn the certificate you are required to receive a passing grade in four courses. All courses should be completed within two years of starting the program. Courses include: Fundamentals of Green Building Design and Construction, Construction Materials and Processes, and two new courses in development.

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For additional information please email extended.std@sdsu.edu or call (619) 594-6924.

Many companies in diverse industries are now examining how they can conduct their normal business activities in an environmentally friendly fashion. Here in San Diego there is a burgeoning industry in green construction that utilizes sustainable building tools and strategies. Our new certificate program focuses on developing the skills to implement such strategies.

- Dean Joe Shapiro, College of Extended Studies, SDSU

Sustainability is not only a hot topic but an emerging market in San Diego. In terms of the construction industry, sustainable buildings and design are a critical component to this growth, and many leaders in this industry are embracing sustainable practices as a competitive advantage. Professionals with training and education on the subject will be a value-add to any organization within the industry.

- Julie Meier Wright, CEO of San Diego Regional EDC

Spring 2008 Courses

Fundamentals of Green Building Design and Construction Online

The purpose of this course is to give the student an overview of design and construction delivery systems for high performance green buildings. We will look at the US Green Building Council (USGBC) Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) in some detail. Sustainability evaluation systems will be reviewed. Understand the concept of high performance green buildings and sustainability. Become familiar with the vocabulary associated with green buildings, understand the physical limitations of the materials we are studying, and become familiar with USGBC’s LEED suite of standards.

Noncredit Schedule No. 08SPGC 99360 CS
Dates: April 7-May 8
Location: Online
Fee: $525 ($545 after April 7) Last date to enroll is April 14.

Schedule Number 08SPGC 99360 CS is Closed

Summer 2008 Courses

Construction Materials and Processes

Examines the materials used to construct a variety of structures, highways, utilities, and residential buildings. Includes terminology; interpretation of plans; and specifications to assure that correct materials are ordered, applied, and utilized. Methods of identifying materials delivered to the job site, methods of handling, quality control procedures for testing, and inspection of private and government work will be emphasized. Special emphasis will be given to the relationship of each material to the Uniform Building Code.

Textbook Required

Instructor: Bob George, CPE.

Extension Credit Course No. ENGR X-18 (three units)
Schedule No. 08SU 08816 FP
Dates: June 23-August 31
Location: Online
Fee: $525 ($545 after June 23) Last day to enroll is June 30.

Last update April 4, 2008

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