Sustainability Technologies

08/19/2013 - 12/17/2013

Classroom Hours:
Tuesday 09:00AM - 10:50AM, Sustainable Technology Building, Room 0137
Lab Hours:
Thursday 10:50AM - 1:50PM, Sustainable Technology Building, Room 0137

Instructor: Andrew McMahan

This course provides an introduction to multiple technologies that allow for the production and conservation of energy from renewable sources. Topics include hydo-electric, wind power, passive and active solar energy, tidal energy, appropriate building techniques, and energy conservation methods. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of renewable energy production and its impact on humans and their environment.

08/19/2013 - 12/17/2013

Classroom Hours: Wednesday 09:00AM - 10:50AM, Lab: Wednesday 10:50AM - 1:50PM

Instructor: Andrew McMahan

This course introduces the concepts, tools, techniques, and materials needed to understand systems that convert solar energy into electricity with photovoltaic (pv) technologies. Topics include site analysis for system integration, building codes, and advances in photovoltaic technology. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the principles of photovoltaic technology and current applications.

08/19/2013 - 12/17/2013

Classroom Hours: Friday 09:00AM - 11:50AM, Lab: Friday 1:00PM - 3:50PM

Instructor: John Delafield

This course covers standard and alternative building methods to include wall framing. Topics include safety and footings, foundations, floor framing systems, and wall framing systems commonly used in the construction industry. Upon completion, students should be able to safely erect all framing necessary to begin roof framing.

08/19/2013 - 12/17/2013

Classroom Hours: Thursday 02:00PM - 3:50PM, Lab: Thursday 3:50PM - 5:50PM

Instructor: John Delafield

This course introduces concepts and techniques for the design and interaction of the mechanical systems of high performance buildings. Topics include building envelope, heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC), indoor air quality, lighting, plumbing and electrical. Upon completion, students should be able to understand building systems interaction and performance.

08/19/2013 - 12/17/2013

Classroom Hours: Thursday 09:00AM - 10:50AM, Lab: Thursday 10:50AM - 12:50PM

Instructor: Kribeck

This course introduces the fundamental concepts of electricity and test equipment to non-electrical/electronic majors. Topics include basic DC and AC principles (voltage, resistance, current, impedance); components (resistors, inductors, and capacitors); power; and operation of test equipment. Upon completion, students should be able to construct and analyze simple DC and AC circuits using electrical test equipment.

08/19/2013 - 12/17/2013

Classroom Hours: Mday 09:00AM - 11:50AM

Instructor: Laura Lauffer

This course introduces sustainability issues and individual contributions toward environmental sustainability. Topics include management processes needed to maximize renewable/nonrenewable energy resources, economics of sustainability, and reduction of environmental impacts. Upon completion, students should be able to discuss sustainability practices and demonstrate an understanding of their effectiveness and impacts.

08/19/2013 - 12/17/2013

Classroom Hours: Monday 1:00PM - 2:50PM, Lab: Monday 2:50PM - 4:50PM

Instructor: Andrew McMahan

This course introduces the principles of analyzing energy use, energy auditing tools and techniques, conservation techniques, and calculating energy savings. Topics include building system control theory, calibrating digital controls, energy loss calculations, and applicable conservation techniques. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of energy use, audits, and controls in the analysis of energy consumption.

08/19/2013 - 12/17/2013

Classroom Hours: Tuesday 2:00PM - 4:50PM

Instructor: Laura Lauffer

This course introduces green building design, LEED® (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) and comparable certifications, and their significance in modern building construction. Topics include LEED certification or similar rating systems, energy efficiency, indoor environmental quality, and sustainable building materials. Upon completion, students should be able to incorporate ecological awareness and sustainable principles within the context of design and construction.