GREEN BUILDING CONSTRUCTION SKILLS
Master the skills to build a career in the trades.
Program Objectives
Students will learn construction related math, OSHA-based safety standards, carpentry, electrical skills, plumbing, exterior and interior finish, and basic photovoltaics (PV). Students will also learn fundamentals of energy transfer, energy systems within a home, the “home as a system” concept, what factors impact comfort and efficiency, and how to conduct an energy survey.
Industry Certifications
The program prepares you to take the ESCO’s Green Awareness exam.
Methods of Instruction
This program will be taught through a combination of lectures, hands-on classroom/shop/lab projects, small group, and individual projects. This program is offered as a Traditional on-campus program and as a Hybrid program at select campuses. The Traditional program is in the classroom and requires students to attend on-campus classes Monday through Friday. The Hybrid program requires students to attend on-campus classes ONLY three days a week and ongoing online/blended instruction.
Special Requirements
There are no special requirements for this course
Financial Aid
We understand cost can be a concern for many students. Our goal is to help students make their education an affordable, valuable investment toward a fulfilling career. We work with each student to determine who qualifies for financial aid and the total amount of aid available, given a prospective student’s financial situation.
Consumer Information
Learn more about institutional information pertaining to student financial assistance, student health and safety information, student consumer information, and other consumer disclosures.