OVERVIEW
The Undergraduate Certificate in Energy Conscious Construction (ECC) is nationally recognized by the U.S. Department of Energy’s Zero Energy Design Designation and is is offered asynchronously online through WSU Global Campus. This Certificate is short-term, making it more affordable to complete and obtain in-demand learning outcomes, giving you the opportunity to enter the market sooner while obtaining advanced training. You will learn the fundamentals of building science, while focusing on the evaluation and integration of environmental control systems; the understanding of current residential energy code requirements and the design methods to exceed these standards; applying modern envelope assemblies into residential building design; and using whole-building simulation software to evaluate design performance. The Certificate tackles the following competency gaps:
PLAN OF STUDY
SUMMER | |
ME 483 Fundamentals of Building Science | 3 |
SDC 451 Energy Modeling I | 3 |
SDC 441 Energy Codes, Standards, Rating Systems | 3 |
FALL (Choose one of the following) | |
ARCH 464 Advanced Residential Construction | 3 |
ARCH 495 Modular Off-Site Construction | 3 |
SPRING | |
ARCH 493 Environmental Control Systems I | 3 |
TOTAL CREDITS | 15 |
Student Testimonials
I had little exposure to energy codes before taking the Building Energy Codes course. The instructor was able to relate the emerging codes to real-world issues and to discuss how and why specific codes and code exceeding rating systems developed. Not only did that give life to an otherwise completely dull list of rules, but it helped me to understand the organization of energy codes and their statutes. Now I have familiarity with when there is a benefit to letting energy codes or rating systems influence design and also how energy codes can be used to support an already energy conscious design.
ECC Student
ENERGY MODELING & SIMULATION:
Analyze design performance prior to construction
PERFORMANCE BENCHMARKS:
Meet and exceed state energy code requirements
ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL SYSTEMS:
Integrate energy-efficient ECS into designs
ASSEMBLIES & STRUCTURAL SYSTEMS:
Integrate energy-efficient assemblies into designs