This program is offered in multiple terms:
A rush to green is underway, but expertise and integrity are often missing. Green job education is critical at all levels and pathways from green collar to CEO. This program is designed to provide students with the knowledge necessary for a career in energy management and renewable energy technology.
The student will perform critical assessment of energy consuming facilities both residential and commercial for the purpose of identifying energy conservation opportunities. In addition, the student will identify various energy conservation techniques as well as equipment which can be installed to further conserve energy.<br />
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<strong>The Certificate</strong><br />
To obtain the certificate complete five courses online: <em>Introduction to Renewable Energy; Converting to Renewable Energy; Energy Efficiency, Evaluation, and Design; Energy Auditing: The Metrics of Green Building;</em> and <em>Environmental Economics and Policy Making.</em><br />
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Online courses will emphasize an energy overview, energy efficient technologies, solar alternatives, sustainable back-up heating systems and renewable energy options, energy audits, converting to renewable energy, green sales strategies and concepts, the newest legislation, and new trends.
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<li>Improve knowledge of sustainable energy production and application of green energy production systems.</li>
<li>Take courses online, anytime, anywhere.</li>
<li>A <a href="/Pages/Engine.aspx?id=555">Military Spouse</a> and <a href="/Pages/Engine.aspx?id=550">Workforce Partnership</a> approved program for no cost training.</li>
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<strong>Who Should Enroll</strong><br />
Professionals and individuals interested in and/or involved in the energy field including: design professionals, green sales, architects, contractors, sub-contractors, professionals involved in energy production and consumption, project and facility managers, and individuals wanting a career in the green energy field.<br />
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<strong>For more information call (619) 265-SDSU, or email <a href="mailto:ydevlin@mail.sdsu.edu.">ydevlin@mail.sdsu.edu.</a></strong>
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Course Descriptions
Energy Auditing: The Metrics of Green Building
Energy audits are one of the most important elements for renewable and low emissions in any building. Building houses and existing homes for performance is becoming the norm. This course is designed to give an overview of the purpose of an energy audit, understand the purpose of a diagnosis, and the relevance of Title 24. Students will receive skills and knowledge to help them prepare for audits, and will have hands-on demonstrations of instruments used by an auditor such as the typical equipment used to measure house pressure and air movement.<br><br>
<a href="http://www.sdsubookstore.com/es/" title="SDSU Bookstore site" target="_blank">The class requires the purchase of textbook materials</a>.
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Environmental Economics and Policy Making
Environmental economics can be seen in every government action that pays, punishes, or prompts us to achieve a common goal. Students will learn how to apply the concepts of economics to environmental problem-solving and corporate decision-making by engaging a wide array of issues that affect modern businesses and governments. Sustainable development, water quality, pollution control, energy efficiency, process improvement, waste management and traffic control are all influenced by fundamental economic principles. This course uses numerous case studies to challenge students to discuss, critique and frame modern problems by harnessing the power of economics.
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Energy Efficiency, Evaluation and Design
This course presents the key concepts and methods of energy efficiency. It explores how energy is converted into useful services and the role of increased efficiency in providing those services with less energy. The different forms of efficiency improvements and conservation are introduced, drawing upon examples in transportation, buildings, and industry. The practical implications of public policies, behavior, and economics are interspersed with technical and theoretical aspects. Key concepts include how to convert and design efficient solar energy designs.
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I just wanted to let you all know that I will be starting a new job next month - as senior project manager with Southern California Edison. I believe that taking these classes, as part of the Green Energy Management Certificate, have helped me transition from the high tech industry into the renewable energy field, which was my main aim.
I am looking forward to the next classes, and hope that I will be able to continue my studies, while relocating and starting a new job!
- K
The College of Extended Studies thanks GGEC for becoming a Green Industry Partner. GGEC is a nonprofit organization with the mission to assist with implementation of sustainable and green energy initiatives. A primary objective is to align the offerings of the energy market segment with the needs of the business world to effectively reduce our energy usage and promote renewable energy technologies.
CES Green Sustainability Advisory Board
Terry Mohn BAE Systems, Jay Bart Barona Valley Ranch Resort & Casino, Judy Muller-Cohn Biomatrica, Inc., Irene Stillings California Center for Sustainable Energy, Jacques Chirazi City of San Diego - Cleantech, Kirk Mulligan Clean Power Systems, Claude Rowe III Cleantech Energy Solutions, Holly Lepre Cleantech San Diego, Stephen L. Kapp Energy Engineer, Lisa Carp ENXCO, Ed Ecker Give Something Back Business Products, Natasha Cridler GRID Alternatives, John Freeman Knight & Carver Wind Group, Shari Joyce Pegasus Building Services, Peter McLaggan Poseidon Resources, Elizabeth De Souza Premium Efficiency Cooling Program, Paul Byrne readyTECH Inc., Jason Anderson San Diego EDC, Stephanie Jungersen San Diego North EDC, Vince Mudd San Diego Office Interiors, Elaine Rosenberger San Diego Regional Sustainability Partnership, Cheryll Stewart San Diego Water Authority, Margy Brookes SDG&E, Sempra Energy, Jennifer Owens U.S. Green Building Council, Jeff Adams Wavecrest Custom Homes, Sandra Moreland Workforce Partnership, Dean Joe Shapiro, Wendy Evers SDSU, CES
The College of Extended Studies is a State-approved provider for the Federal Workforce Investment Act for this program.
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