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3.00 Credits
An exploration into the fundamentals of landscape design with particular attention to integrating both existing and new buildings sustainably into their landscapes. Students investigate sustainable design strategies that address the ecological, water, energy and food system links between buildings and their supporting sites, as exemplified by the LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) rating system. Topics include geology, hydrology, soils, vegetation, design principles, green roofs, green walls, rainwater collection systems, native planting, edible landscapes, and the human dimension of landscape architecture. Special Requirement: Field trips required. (Offered: Periodically) Prereq: COL 090 and ENG 090 and MAT 090 or satisfactory placement test scores
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3.00 Credits
An exploration of the methods and the skills required to perform energy audits of residential buildings. Topics include methods of energy conservation; elements and steps of energy auditing; insulation of walls, foundation and attic; door and window infiltration reduction; lighting and electrical efficiency; heating system analysis and efficiency; hot water system analysis and efficiency; energy monitoring and measuring equipment; energy audit reporting; and sustainable energy systems. Students perform a residential energy audit. Special Requirement: Field trips required. (Offered: Every Fall, Every Spring) Prereq: MAT 105, COL 090 and ENG 090 or satisfactory placement test scores
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3.00 Credits
An introduction to sustainable design and Green building. Topics include the study of energy issues related to buildings. Additional topics include residential building site analysis and design; air, heat and moisture flow; Green building materials; climate and designing with nature; energy conservation and efficiency; sustainable energy systems; and on-site power generation. Students visit Green buildings to reinforce classroom learning. Special Requirement: Field trips required. (Offered: Every Fall, Every Spring) Prereq: MAT 105, COL 090 and ENG 090 or satisfactory placement test scores
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3.00 Credits
An examination of solar water heating for domestic hot water, house heating, swimming pool heating, process heating and electrical generation. Topics include system economics, environmental benefits, siting and sizing of systems, types of systems, equipment installation, operation and maintenance. Students assemble and operate a domestic solar hot water system. Special Requirement: Field trips required. (Offered: Periodically) Prereq: MAT 105, COL 090, and ENG 090 or satisfactory placement test scores
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3.00 Credits
An introduction to the practice and theory of wind electric generation. Topics include homeowner, small/business, utility, interior, offshore, grid tied and off grid wind systems; mechanical and electrical components; economic viability; environmental, aesthetic and safety concerns; and laws and permits. Students participate in the site visits and meet with wind energy experts. Special Requirement: Field trips required. (Offered: Every Spring) Prereq: MAT 105, COL 090 and ENG 090 or satisfactory placement test scores. Recomm: SCI 112
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3.00 Credits
An examination of the science and techniques of super insulating existing homes to significantly reduce heating energy requirements in an environmentally sound manner. Topics include building construction as it relates to insulation, current problems in insulation envelopes, heat loss in buildings, insulation priorities, insulation material characteristics, costs, construction strategies for insulating basements, walls and roofs, and demonstrations of insulation materials. Students participate in site visits. Special Requirement: Field trips required. (Offered: Every Fall, Every Spring) Prereq: MAT 105, COL 090 and ENG 090 or satisfactory placement test scores. Recomm: SCI 126
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2.00 Credits
An introduction to piping and materials used to install various piping systems, with an emphasis on solar thermal energy applications. Topics include analysis and characteristics of the most commonly used piping system materials - copper, steel and polyvinylchloride (PVC); best methods to join these materials; and calculation and proper assemblage of basic piping projects. NOTE: Course is taught at an off campus location. Special Requirement: Must possess physical ability to use power tools. (Offered: Periodically) Prereq: COL 090, ENG 090 and MAT 090 or satisfactory placement test score.
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3.00 Credits
An examination of the basic principles of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC). Topics include heat transfer, air conditioning and refrigeration cycles; hydronic and air system components; differentiation between system types; equipment and tools needed for common and emerging HVAC technologies. Students explore heat recover ventilators, humidifiers, filters, geothermal heat pumps and assess both traditional and renewable energy / energy efficiency job opportunities in the HVAC industry. This course includes basic hands on HVAC training. NOTE: Course is taught at an off campus location. Special Requirement: Must possess physical ability to use power tools. (Offered: Periodically) Prereq: COL 090, ENG 090 and MAT 090 or satisfactory placement test scores.
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1.00 Credits
An introduction to ArchiCAD, a 3-D architectural modeling and BIM (Building Information Management) software program. The course introduces CAD (Computer Assisted Drawing) basics such as working with pens, layers, fills, textures, objects and stories, before moving into more advanced topics including building modeling; presentation rendering; animation creation; and drawing layout. Students create a 3-D model of a building and generate architectural plans, sections, elevations, rendered perspectives, and even "fly through" animations. Special Requirement: Students have a basic knowledge of how to operate a computer. (Offered: Periodically) Prereq: COL 090, ENG 090 and MAT 090 or satisfactory placement test scores. Recomm: CIS 110, SCI 127, and SCI 227.
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3.00 Credits
Explores aspects of building with minimally-processed, locally available, plentiful, natural and recycled building materials with an emphasis on residential construction. Students learn techniques for working with straw bale, cordwood masonry, cob, "Earthship" rammed-earth tires, light straw, earth plasters, etc. through research, projects, hands-on activities and field trips. Students examine natural building materials impact on energy efficiency and the environment. Special Requirement: Use of power and hand tools. (Offered: Periodically) Prereq: COL 090, ENG 090 and MAT 090 or satisfactory placement test score; physical ability to use power and hand tools. Recomm: SCI 114, SCI 127
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