Sustainable Home Design Online – Online Course

Building for the Future Online will focus on the principles behind designing and building residential structures that achieve optimal year-yound comfort, reduce energy consumption, improve indoor air quality, and limit environmental impact. The emphasis is on integrated design using a whole-building approach, applying building science and integrating green design strategies into the built environment. Also covered will be the synergistic relationship between climate-sensitive design and natural building materials. The online sessions include more case studies of successful sustainable homes, the Building with Awareness DVD, the book Your Green Home, industry related hand-outs and a wealth of internet resource links. Students can also earn college credit for all online courses through Madison Area Technical College.

Time Requirements: You can work on the Building for the Future Online course at ANYTIME, but you will generally need between 8-15 hrs/week to complete assignments/quizzes and participate in online discussions. This is an average/estimate and will vary based on user’s computer/internet connection and previous experience/understanding of the subject matter. The Consortium for Education in Renewable Energy Technologies (CERET) offers certificates in Renewable Energy to provide students with the theoretical knowledge necessary to begin a career in energy management and renewable energy technology. Certificates are granted through Madison Area Technical College (MATC). SEI’s online courses qualify for college credits through MATC and towards a Renewable Energy Certificate. Log on to your solar future today!

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