[Greenbuilding] Green design program

[Ward Edwards]

You might be interested in the Sustainable Building Design and 
Construction program at Sir Sanford Fleming College in Peterborough, Ontario

The link is 
http://www.flemingc.on.ca/Full-time/ProgramDisplay.cfm?ProgramCode=SBD

They describe the program as:

Fleming's new, leading-edge certificate program attracts students who 
wish to develop an integrated skill set in the design of structures 
using green, natural or sustainable building methods, technologies and 
materials and renewable energy resources. This program was designed to 
meet the needs of those in the construction industry seeking a 
specialized skill set; graduates of schools of architecture, interior 
design, or engineering who wish to have hands-on experience in addition 
to a theoretical base; those with an environmental background seeking 
hands-on skills in construction, and people with a general interest who 
might be considering home building.

The hands-on, practical component of this program involves construction 
of a sustainable building. In order to do so, the program is offered in 
an intensive, compressed format for 20 weeks. The course workload is 
equivalent to a three-semester (45 week) program.

v5c wrote:
> Hi,
> 
> I am trying to find a new career in "Green field", especially in "Green"
> building/Green house field. I know I need go back to school to prepare for
> this direction. But, I do not want to be an Architect. I don't know what
> major/classes I should choose in order to work with the company is building
> "Green" houses, commercial buildings or even whole Green community. 
> 
>  
> 
> I have been searching online trying to find out what job title and education
> background (I am looking for a program that is 2 years or less due to fact
> that I need to find a job soon to support my family), but I can not get much
> information on it besides being an architect.
> 
>  
> 
> These are the things that I want to get involved in:
> 
>  Construction Materials
>  Flooring
>  Lighting 
>  Windows & Window Treatments
>  Solar Energy
>  Paints & Interior Finishes
>  Furniture 
>  Appliances 
>  Kitchens
>  Bathrooms
> 
>  
> 
> I am very appreciating if any of you can kindly give me some idea what you
> know about other people's education background to lead them into this field.
> 
>  
> 
> Sincerely,
> 
>  
> 
> Vicki
> 
>  
> 
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