Sustainable Building Advisor Program
Certificate Programs
Sustainable Building Advisor Program
This 9-month certificate training course originated over 12 years ago as a partnership between Seattle Central Community College and Seattle City Light’s Department of Conservation. The program is specifically designed for working professionals eager to apply sustainable concepts to the buildings they design, develop, and construct. Graduates of the course are eligible to sit for a professional certification exam to become a Certified Sustainable Building
Advisor (CSBA).
Overview
Expert instructors present materials through interactive formatted classes with hands-on exercises, readings, field trips and numerous resources. The SBA Course has been approved for 100 Learning Units (LUs) through the American Institute of Architects (AIA). The course is also approved for AIA’s Sustainable Design (SD) requirements.
Participants learn how to:
Identify and articulate key sustainable building practices and goals
Work with designers, architects, builders, operators and utilities managers
to achieve these goals in their projects
Analyze the costs and benefit of implementation.
Apply LEED, Built Green, and other relevant criteria and established guidelines effectively
Take a leadership position in their organizations and communities in a rapidly growing field
Topics include:
Fundamentals of Sustainable Building
Importance of Place
Energy Efficiency and Lighting
“Green” Material Selection
Indoor Environmental Quality & Health
Water Conservation and Quality Protection
Sustainable Job Site Operations
Building Operations and Maintenance
Cost
$2395 includes exam fee
Schedule
Fridays and Saturdays
Meets just one weekend per month for nine months
*See website for details
www.learnatcentral.org or call 206-934-5448
Location
Seattle Central Community College Campus
INSTRUCTOR: Elizabeth Powers
…is the Lead Instructor and is a well-respected expert and trainer on green building and sustainability. Other lecturers are local practicing professionals, selected for their practical knowledge, deep expertise and ability to teach.