September, 2008

Green Building - A Systems Approach
NCSP 5127

An overview of green building. In this course, we will explore all aspects of green building including site selection, site protection, green building materials, energy efficiency, renewable energy, water efficiency, rain catchment, capturing and utilizing waste water, advanced framing, recycling and reusing waste from building sites, indoor air quality, site reclamation, the costs of green building, and sustainable communities. We will spend a part of each day designing green homes and green communities.
Section 500
Classroom, Term-Based
Friday, Saturday, Sunday, September 19 - September 21, 09:00 am - 05:00 pm
$440

For more information and to register, log on to:  
http://conted.colorado.edu/programs/independent-learning/courses/dept/sustainable-practices/

October, 2008

Residential Renewable Energy
NCSP 5128

An introduction to energy efficiency and renewable energy technologies used to power a home or small business, lower carbon emissions, create a greener lifestyle, and reduce energy bills. We will discuss passive solar heating and cooling, solar electricity, solar hot water systems, small-scale wind energy, geothermal, and microhydro. We will also explore the economics of residential and small-business renewable energy and explore creative ways to make renewable energy affordable in new and existing homes. This course is for homeowners, builders, developers, and architectural students.
Classroom, Term-Based
Fri, Sat, October 25 - October 26, 09:00 am-05:00 pm
$330
For more information and to register, log on to:  
http://conted.colorado.edu/programs/independent-learning/courses/dept/sustainable-practices/

November, 2008 

The End of Cheap Oil: Saving Energy and Money in a Time of Global Crisis

With energy costs rising nearly as quickly as drilling sites in the West, learning about clean, sustainable and affordable ways to meet your energy needs is more important than ever. Join Dan Chiras, nationally known author and lecturer on renewable energy and green building, to explore new energy sources and technologies including the costs and benefits of creating a sustainable lifestyle. First, get updated on the current status of global warming, oil reserves and the rationale for turning to alternative energy sources. Then, learn about the diverse choices of energy efficiency and renewable energy technologies including solar electricity, solar hot water, passive solar heating and cooling, wind energy and geothermal. Discuss alternative transportation such as fuel cell cars and alternative fuels such as biodiesel and ethanol. Take a break from the classroom to observe renewable energy solutions in action: a private tour of Dan's state-of-the-art, passive solar/solar-electric home in Evergreen. (He hasn't paid an electric bill since June 1996!) Return to class for further discussion. What efficiency measures and renewable energy technologies will help you cut your fuel bills and reduce your carbon footprint? Are they affordable? What incentives are available to lower costs? How do you get started? Come away with a better understanding of how residential renewable energy technologies work and the ways they can work for you in this radically changing world of energy economics.
Five sessions
Tue. & Thur., 6:30-8:30 pm,
Nov. 11, 13, 18, 20, 2008
Field trip, Sat., 1 pm, Nov. 15, 2008

CRN 1084 / $205

To register, call 303-871-2291 or online at www.universitycollege.du.edu/enrichment

Registration opens July 22, 2008. Please check the Enrichment Program website, www.universitycollege.du.edu/enrichment, on that date for more information about the course and to register.  Or, to register by phone, call 303-871-2291.

 December, 2008

Passive Solar Design
NCSP 5129
An in-depth and hands-on exploration of passive solar heating and passive cooling for homes and businesses. We will explore the principles of passive design; practical implications of design principles; integrated design; building materials well suited to passive solar; maintenance of air quality in air-tight, energy-efficient homes; thermal mass requirements; proper glazing; window options; energy-efficient backup heating and cooling systems; computer software to analyze energy performance of homes during the design phase; and common errors of passive design and ways to avoid these costly mistakes. We will spend a considerable amount of time designing homes and analyzing energy performance using computer software. It is recommended that students bring their own laptop is possible.
Classroom, Term-Based
Fri, Sat, December 6 - December 7, 09:00 am-05:00 pm
$330

For more information and to register, log on to:  
http://conted.colorado.edu/programs/independent-learning/courses/dept/sustainable-practices