Date: Wed, 06 Aug 2008 11:41:45 -0400
From: Laura Lauffer
Subject: Sustainability and GreenBuilding Courses, CCCC Fall Register Now
CCCC Pittsboro Fall GreenBuilding Classes
Registration Now Open, Ongoing. 542 6495 ext 223
Basic Residential Construction Techniques: (with emphasis on Alternative Energy and Green Building). This course is designed to educate students on the basics of building principles, with a focus on green building and energy efficient construction. Areas of instruction will include site location, foundation, and framing, HVAC, exterior trim, electrical, plumbing, finish choices, code information and the permitting process. Instructors Judy and Mike Harrelson. materials and text required (CCCC bookstore) 08/19/08 10/21/08 Tuesdays 6:00P – 9:00P Fee 56.25
Intro to Photovoltaic System Design: This course will prepare the student for PV installations either for personal use or as professional development. The successful student will also be prepared to take the NABCEP (North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners) Entry Level Certificate Exam immediately after the course. Instructor David DelVecchio. Textbook required, CCCC bookstore 08/27/08 10/29/08 Wednesdays 6:00P – 9:00P 61.25
Water Conservation and Reuse. Learn principles and techniques for the conservation and reuse of water. The use of green infrastructure may be applied by the individual, community and region, involving the private sector and business enterprise. The course will cover stormwater, wastewater and home water conservation. Instructor Dr. Hal House 08/21/08 12/04/08 Thursdays 6:30 – 8:00P 56.25
Carpentry, Electrical and Plumbing Students will learn the NC State building codes and the skills necessary to perform basic construction with an emphasis on sustainable and low impact building techniques and materials. Instructor Kevin Meehan 09/16/09 12/02/08 Tuesdays 7:00P – 9:00P 56.25
Green Home Design and Construction Students will be introduced to various design and building strategies that can be utilized in a green home. Offered by GreenPros Thursday 10/16/08 8:00A – 5:00P 150.00
Solar Hot Water Systems Students will be instructed in the different types of solar hot water systems, as well as system parts and installation options and methods. Offered by GreenPros Tuesday 12/04/08 9:00A – 1:00P 80.00
For more information about the Green building program at CCCC contact Laura Lauffer, Program Coordinator at 542 6495 ext 228
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