Architecture, Engineering, and Construction

CERTIFICATE IN SUSTAINABLE DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION, AND DEVELOPMENT

Sustainable design and environmental performance have become driving forces in the building industry, and this certificate provides an opportunity to add an area of expertise to your professional credentials or to make a career change. This program of study for owners, property and facility managers, project managers, design professionals, contractors, attorneys, lenders, manufacturers, and others in the building industry covers topics ranging from site planning, design, construction, regulation, standards, legal issues, marketing, and building management to LEED AP exam preparation.

Upon completion of the program, students have attained extensive knowledge of:

• The core concepts of green building principles and strategies.
• High performance buildings.
• Environmentally responsible materials selection and resource conservation.
• Energy-saving operational and maintenance practices.
• Building performance testing, analysis, tracking, and commissioning.
• Sustainable development.

This certificate is awarded to students who successfully complete four courses--two required and two additional electives from the Sustainable Design, Construction, and Development program area.

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COURSE CHECK LIST			COURSE NO.	PRICE
Required-Option 1 (2 of these courses are required)
	Principles of Sustainable Real Estate Learn the core concepts of sustainable design. Topics include an overview of the current initiatives and practices used to economically and successfully implement ecofriendly measures... (click on course name to read more)		AESD1-CE9390	$640
	Managing Sustainable Building Projects Whether you are an owner, manager, designer, or contractor, understanding the administrative and technical requirements of a sustainable construction project--and the need for effective organization--are... (click on course name to read more)		AESD1-CE9641	$640
Electives (2 of these courses are required)
	High-Performance Energy-Efficient Building Systems Owners, managers, and tenants in high performance buildings benefit from lower operating costs and a healthier environment. Through case studies and practical examples, examine the... (click on course name to read more)		AESD1-CE9643	$640
	LEED Professional Accreditation Exam Preparation Course Prepare for the Leadership Energy Environmental Design (LEED) examination with this multi-session workshop. The course includes hands-on vignette experience mimicking the LEED process and practice... (click on course name to read more)		AESD1-CE9645	$640
	Accelerated LEED Green Associate Exam Preparation Course		AESD1-CE9646	*
	Accelerated LEED AP and Building Design and Construction Exam Preparation Course		AESD1-CE9647	*
	Accelerated LEED APand Existing Buildings Operations and Maintenance Exam Preparation Course		AESD1-CE9648	*
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