ENVS 175 - Designing an Environmentally Friendly House

Institution:

Davis & Elkins College

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Description:

3 semester hours This course will study principles and concepts relating to the design of an environmentally friendly house. Topics such as energy and energy efficiency, water use, lighting, waste disposal, building techniques and materials, and so forth will be covered. The course will be taught through discussion, inquiry based demonstrations and exercises. Students will be responsible for gathering information and designing a house. NOTE: We will take day trips to builders and/or homes that use the features being discussed. No fee will be charged for local travel. Fulfills: General Education Natural Science without lab or Green Studies minor (Natural Science).

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.dewv.edu

Phone Number:

(304) 637-1900

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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