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Sustainable Technologies Center Classes
The Sustainable Technologies Center offers for-credit and noncredit courses, as well as preparatory industry certification programs, designed to train people for changing skills in jobs they currently hold, as well as, expanding career and entrepreneurial opportunities in the emerging green economy.
Environmental Technologies Associate in Applied Science (AAS) and Certificate (CERT) The AAS and certificate provide students with an understanding of the basic issues regarding sustainability, renewable energy and water conservation. Students will acquire skills needed to seek entry level positions in a wide range of energy and water related businesses and/or consider starting their own business. Go to the Environmental Technologies page.
Biofuels Certificate (CERT) In SFCC's new Biofuels program, you can learn to make biodiesel, ethanol and algae oil and go to work in the growing biofuels industry. Go to the Biofuels page.
Green Building Systems Certificate This program provides students with a comprehensive understanding of building methods and materials that relate specifically to green building systems and the environmental impact of built structures. In a project-based setting, students learn to identify and apply the choices available to build in a sustainable manner, focusing on essential components of building systems. This certificate enhances skills for those already involved in construction-related industries, as well as providing a career pathway for students interested in building technologies. Go to the Green Building Systems/Skills page.
Green Building Construction Skills Certificate This program provides learners with knowledge and skills needed for entry-level positions in the green building construction industry. Students focus on computer-aided drafting and modeling, traditional construction skills and an emphasis on "green" practices to provide foundational learning that incorporates technology and sustainability into applied vocational skills. During completion of the program of study, students must gain employment in the construction field and incorporate their learning in "hands-on" practice. Upon successful completion, students will be qualified to gain employment as both an entry-level office and field technician. Go to the Green Building Systems/Skills page.
Solar Energy Certificate This certificate provides students with the skills required to design, plan, install and troubleshoot photovoltaic solar electric energy systems. The certificate will also include a foundation in AC and DC electricity, grid tie applications, and an introduction to solar thermal systems. Students will acquire skills needed to seek entry- and mid-level positions within the solar industry or apply solar energy skills and knowledge to the green building sector. Go to the Solar Energy page.
Sustainable Technology Center
Non-Credit Continuing Education Workforce Development
Spring 1020 Schedule
BUILDING ANALYST TRAINING PROGRAM - CRN# 31522
Instructor:
Amanda Evans is a HERS Energy Rater and a BPI Certified Building Analyst and has her own business Advanced Home Analysis
This 5-day course prepares participants to conduct a comprehensive inspection and diagnostic analysis of a home's energy consumption, using state-of-the art diagnostic tools. The complete analysis includes a comprehensive evaluation and documentation of the building shell, assessment of the efficiency and safety of the mechanical systems and a report of the lighting, appliances and other components of the building's base load energy use.
The course consists of (4) 8-hour days of classroom instruction and (1) 8-hour day of field training and BPI written exam.
Building Performance Institute Field Testing will be scheduled after passing the written exam and requires up to 2 hours additional time per trainee. Upon passage of the written and field testing, participants will be certified by Building Performance Institute (BPI) as a BPI Certified Building Analysts.
Date and Time: February 4, 5, 6, 12, and 13. 5 full days of training from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. each day. Field testing will be scheduled on February 15 and 16, 2010, following completion of the training and successful passing of the written test.
Who should attend:
- HVAC, Electrical and General Contractors
- Remodelers, Installation and Weatherization crews
- Inspectors, Auditors, Designers and others in the Building Industry
Cost:
$1,025.00 - 5 day training, written exam and text book
$250.00 - Field testing
BUILDING PERFORMANCE INSTITUTE (BPI) BUILDING ANALYST CERTIFICATION PROGRAM - CRN# 31524
Instructor:
Amanda Evans is a HERS Energy Rater and a BPI Certified Building Analyst and has her own business Advanced Home Analysis.
This class is specially designed for individuals who have taken either the Weatherization Training Program or the HERS Energy Rater Training program at Santa Fe Community College or at another location and want to expand their professional credentials by obtaining the BPI Building Analyst certification. Having taken either of those programs qualifies an individual to take this two day training and the Building Analyst exam. Upon passing the written exam, each person will be scheduled for a 2 hour field exam. Successful passage of the written exam and subsequent field exam earns the student the BPI designation of Building Analyst.
BPI Certification can raise your professional profile. The Building Analyst certification is crafted to ensure that the credential holder properly evaluates critical performance parameters of a building that will impact health, comfort, safety, reliability, durability, efficiency and performance.
Date:
March 4 and 5 for 2 day training
March 6 for field exam
Cost:
$410.00 - 2 day training
$250.00 - Field exam
EMERALD HOME PRESENTATION - CRN# 31520
Instructor:
Faren Dancer, Designer/Builder of the Emerald Home
In this presentation, Faren Dancer will describe the planning and construction process of building this high performance, net zero, sustainable home built in the foothills of Santa Fe. Hear how, through conscious design and innovation, this home will showcase unique building systems, materials, resource efficiency, water conservation, healthful indoor air quality and the latest in renewable energy.
The Emerald Home is the pilot project for the new Santa Fe Green Building Codes and will achieve the highest rating of "Emerald" in all categories, as well as a LEED for Homes "Platinum" certification. This presentation will precede the more in-depth on-line course which documents the complete history of the Emerald Home.
Date:
Wednesday, February 3, 2010
Time:
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Cost:
$21.00
THE EMERALD HOME - A TRUE NET-ZERO RESIDENCE - CRN# 31521
The Emerald Home is a statement of supreme excellence in the world of green and sustainable building practices. It will achieve a net-zero designation and the carbon neutral footprint of the 2030 Challenge...today. Through conscious design and innovation, the home will showcase unique building systems, materials, resource efficiency, water conservation, healthful indoor air quality and the latest in renewable energy.
The Emerald Home is the pilot project for the new Santa Fe Green Building Codes and will achieve the highest rating of "Emerald" in all categories, as well as a LEED for Homes "Platinum" certification.
This on-line course follows the construction of the Emerald Home. Learn from Designer/Builder Faren Dancer, as he narrates you through a step-by-step virtual tour of the start to finish process of planning and building the Emerald Home. He will share the challenges and successes in accomplishing this environmentally advanced and exquisite building project. This is an engaging fun way to learn about all the shades and tones of green building at its finest.
THIS ON-LINE COURSE WILL BE AVAILABLE ON FEBRUARY 5, 2010 for 15 weeks.
Cost:
$99.00
SOLAR ENERGY THEORY AND INSTALLATION CERTIFICATE PROGRAM - CRN# 30789
Instructor:
Adi Pieper, ADI Electric and Solar Co. Solar Designer/ Installer and Electrical Contractor
NABCEP certified class
Dates: May 1 - 22, 2010
May 1 - Week One
Introduction to Renewable Electrical Energy Systems
What is renewable energy, how can it be "harvested?"
Renewable Energy Systems: Solar/Photovoltaic, Wind, Water systems
Existing Technologies, history, cost per Watt-hr vs. conventional power
Application: electrical energy production for private homes, industrial production, Wind farms, Solar Electrical Power plants
Personal requirements and legalities
Self installation
Work possibilities in the field: Solar Electrical Contractor, Journeyman, product sales person, power plant technician
May 8 - Week 2
Theory and Application of Solar/Wind Electrical Technology
Electrical Theory, AC, DC, Volts, Amps, Amp-Hours etc
Types and design of Photovoltaic Systems: Stand Alone System, Grid-Tie System with batteries
Grid-Tie System without batteries
Components of a Renewable Energy System: Solar panels, Wind ,generators, Water Generators, Racks, Tracking Devices, Charge Controllers, Inverters, Grid Tie Systems, Net Metering
May 15 - Week 3
System Design, Installation and Troubleshooting
Demand and load calculations
System sizing and layout
Choosing components by size and brand
NEC (National Electrical Code), local, state code
Cable and conductor types and identification, wire sizing formulas
Assembly of a simple generic Photovoltaic System, from solar panel to charge
controller, to battery bank and Inverter with appropriate disconnects
System Failure troubleshooting
May 22 - Week 4
Review, System Demonstration and Analysis
Morning: Review and Q&A
Afternoon: Field Trip to several different types of Photovoltaic installations for demonstration and analysis of different systems
Cost:
$249.00
SUSTAINABILITY: PRINCIPLES AND PRACTICES - CRN# 31519
This course introduces individuals to the principles of sustainability and how those principles are carried out through a comprehensive climate action plan and community resiliency plan. We will use the Sustainable Santa Fe Plan as a model to learn how greenhouse gas emissions are modeled and how actions can be designed to reduce those emissions. We will also learn about climate change models and what actions can be taken to prepare for the changes in climate that are coming.
Instructor:
Katherine Mortimer
Katherine Mortimer holds a bachelor of architecture and master of landscape architecture/environmental planning and has been working in environmental planning and science for over 25 years. She currently heads up the sustainability efforts for the City of Santa Fe including acting as the Green Building Codes Administrator.
Outline:
Class 1: Introduction, definitions, summary of Bruntland report, Kyoto protocol, 350 challenge, what are greenhouse gases, how are they modeled and what is Santa Fe's emission picture?
Class 2: Weather data, water predictions (including water energy connection), food security predictions.
Class 3: Buildings, 2030 Challenge, green building codes; efficiency first, bldg. envelope next, then generation.
Class 4: Clean, renewable energy: grid tied; smart grid; solar NM, transmission; distributed.
Class 5: Resiliency: Food systems; ecological adaptation.
Class 6: Economic development and the emerging 21st Century economy and social justice and class projects presentation.
Date:
April 10, 17 and 24. May 1, 8, and 15
Time:
5:30 pm to 8:30 p.m.
Cost:
$210.00
SANTA FE RESIDENTIAL GREEN BUILDING CODE FOR BUILDING PROFESSIONALS - CRN# 31517
Instructor:
Katherine Mortimer and a HERS Rater
This 6-hour course will go through the Santa Fe Residential Green Building Code and how to comply with it in some detail. How to get the Home Energy Rating System (HERS) index required and strategies to get the points required in the six categories of the code will be explored. Building professionals will leave understanding how to comply with the code and how to communicate the code requirements and the benefits of building green to their clients.
Date: Saturday March 13, 2010
Time:
9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon
1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Cost:
$50.00
DEMYSTIFYING THE SANTA FE RESIDENTIAL GREEN BUILDING CODE FOR EVERYONE - CRN# 31518
Instructor:
Katherine Mortimer
This 3-hour course will introduce the Santa Fe Residential Green Building Code and make it accessible to anyone. The intention of the code, how it is structured and strategies for complying with its requirements will be explained. This course is perfect for anyone thinking about building a new residential structures within the City of Santa Fe or the presumptive city limits (the area that will be annexed over the next few years), including guest houses.
Date:
Thursday, April 8, 2010
Time:
5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Cost:
$25.00
For more information, please contact Randy Grissom, Director, Sustainable Technologies Center , (505) 428-1641, randy.grissom@sfcc.edu.