SP105 - Green Building Design and Construction -  Canadian Practices

Course Overview:

This 10-week intensive program is a specialized course designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of sustainable building practices tailored to the Canadian context. Through a combination of theoretical knowledge and practical application, students will explore the principles, strategies, and technologies necessary to design and construct environmentally responsible buildings. This course emphasizes the importance of energy efficiency, resource conservation, and occupant health and well-being in the built environment

LEED Certified Building

Course Outline

Week 1: Introduction to Green Building (20 hours)

Defining Green Building and its importance in Canada

Canadian green building principles and frameworks

The role of green building in achieving Canada's carbon-neutral future

Comparing conventional and green building approaches

Understanding different green building rating systems (e.g., LEED)

Environmental, economic, and social benefits of green buildings


Week 2: Sustainable Building Design Principles (15 hours)

Site selection and planning for sustainability (e.g., solar access, building orientation)

Energy-efficient building design strategies (e.g., building envelope, passive solar design)

Daylighting and natural ventilation strategies

Introduction to building energy modeling software (optional)


Week 3: Sustainable Building Materials and Systems (15 hours)

Sustainable building materials and their selection criteria (e.g., recycled content, local sourcing)

Assessing the environmental impact of building materials (Life Cycle Assessment)

Innovative and emerging materials in green building

Sustainable building envelope systems (e.g., walls, windows, roofs)


Week 4: Water Conservation and Efficiency (10 hours)

Water conservation strategies in buildings (e.g., rainwater harvesting, low-flow fixtures, greywater reuse)

Plumbing systems for efficient water use

Understanding water efficiency codes and regulations in Canada


Week 5: Renewable Energy Integration (10 hours)

Integrating renewable energy sources into buildings (e.g., solar panels, geothermal)

Understanding the benefits and limitations of various renewable energy technologies

Designing for solar access and system optimization

Case studies of successful renewable energy integration projects


Week 6: Green Building Construction Practices (10 hours)

Building code compliance for green construction in Canada

Sustainable construction techniques (e.g., waste reduction, off-site construction)

Building commissioning and energy performance optimization

Green building certifications and their attainment process (e.g., LEED)


Week 7: Green Building Project Management (10 hours)

Applying project management principles to green building projects

Identifying key stakeholders and communication strategies

Budgeting and cost control considerations for green construction

Risk management and mitigation strategies in green building projects


Week 8: Green Building Careers and Innovation (10 hours)

Exploring career opportunities in the Canadian green building sector

Understanding the Canadian regulatory landscape for green building

Learning about green building industry trends and innovations

Building a professional network in the green building industry

Guest lectures from industry professionals (optional)


Week 9-10: Case Studies and Project Development (20 hours)

Analyzing successful green building projects in Canada

Applying learnings to a practical green building project proposal

Group work on developing and presenting project proposals


Duration:

  • 10 Weeks
  • 120 Hours

Admission Requirement:

  • High School
  • Experience in the field may be helpful but not required.

Fee:

  • Application Fee: CAD 49
  • Program Fee: CAD 1,949

Inquire More:

Send your query with program name and code to info@pioneerc.ca.