Green Building Energy Professional

The Associate of Science in Green Building Energy Professional provides students with a whole systems approach to construction and building operations that minimizes the large impact that our built environment has on our environment as well as the benefits of zero-net energy design and construction. The pathway includes preparation for various industry-recognized certifications pertaining to the HVAC/R and energy industries.

Upon successfully completing this award the students will be able to:

·       Explain the role of mechanical systems and their relationship to building performance;

·       Recognize conservation strategies and energy saving measures by examining the house-as-a-system;

·       Evaluate current issues and concerns regarding indoor air quality, the ozone layer, and computer technology in the environment;

·       Compare and contrast the advantages and disadvantages of energy resources in terms of the effects on the environment;

·       Examine evolving technologies and implementation challenges to manage and meet growing energy demands;

·       Examine the relationship between energy use and society;

·       Explore energy efficiency in various energy conversion devices;

·       Distinguish various types of appliances by energy ratings and performance;

·       Distinguish between various applications for lighting;

·       Identify relevant electrical and building codes that govern photovoltaic (PV) systems at various locations; and

Examine energy storage technology performance, benefits, and costs.

*New course.Course is scheduled to be offered for 2019 – 2020 academic year.

+New course. Course is scheduled to be offered starting Fall 2020.

The Energy and Geo-Environmental Engineering (EGEE) Program offers a comprehensive study of various resources that power the modern society. The EGEE Program course of study promotes accelerating clean technology innovation as well as adopting sustainable business practices for the benefit of the economy and the environment. Particular focus is directed toward basic understanding and appreciation of energy and environmental concepts and interconnectedness. The EGEE Program offers a series of complementary certificates that may be used for job placement and advancement in the field. When combined with the appropriate general education and graduation requirements, an EGEE Program certificate leads to an Associate in Science degree that may be used for advanced job placement in the field.

Courses Required for the Major:

General Education:

In addition to the courses listedabove, students must complete one of the following general education options:

• The LOCAL/DISTRICT pattern (San DiegoCity College Catalog 2018 - 2019, page 94) of General Education courseworkallows students to receive an Associate of Arts or an Associate of Sciencedegree from San Diego City College. It is accepted for transfer to someprivate/independent institutions.

• The IGETC pattern (San DiegoCity College Catalog 2018 - 2019, page 118) is accepted by all CSU campusesand most UC campuses and majors. It is also accepted by someprivate/independent or out of state universities.

• The CSU GE pattern (San DiegoCity College Catalog 2018 - 2019, page 126) is accepted by all CSU campusesand some private/independent or out of state universities. It is not acceptedby the UC system.

It is strongly recommendedstudents consult with a counselor to determine which general education optionis most appropriate for their individual educational goals.

Summary of the unitsrequired for the Associate of Science in Green Building Energy Professional:

*Some courses may beapplied to both major and general education requirements (i.e. “doublecounting”). Units associated with those courses are subtracted in order toarrive at an accurate calculation of total units required for the degree.

**Electivesas needed to meet minimum of 60 units required for the degree.

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