Green Building & Carpentry Certificate

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Program Code: C35190L5

Green Building & Carpentry Certificate

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Our training provides hands-on skills in advanced framing to build high-performance buildings. Whether you want to join the workforce or build your own shelter, we welcome all regardless of skill level and experience.

 

Courses requiring a grade of “C” or better: CST and SST

 

Courses in this program

Course Code Course Credit Hours Link to course details

This course covers standard and alternative building methods to include wall framing. Topics include safety and footings, foundations, floor framing systems, and wall framing systems commonly used in the construction industry. Upon completion, students should be able to safely erect all framing necessary to begin roof framing.

View course details for Construction I ‌‌

This course introduces concepts and techniques for the design and interaction of the mechanical systems of high-performance buildings. Topics include building envelope, heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC), indoor air quality, lighting, plumbing and electrical. Upon completion, students should be able to understand building system's interaction and performance.

View course details for Building Science ‌‌

This course introduces sustainability issues and individual contributions toward environmental sustainability.  Topics include management processes needed to maximize renewable/non-renewable energy resources, economics of sustainability, and reduction of environmental impacts. Upon completion, students should be able to discuss sustainability practices and demonstrate an understanding of their effectiveness and impacts.

View course details for Intro to Sustainability ‌‌
Course Code Course Credit Hours Link to course details

This course introduces the principles of analyzing energy use, energy auditing tools and techniques, conservation techniques, and calculating energy savings. Topics include building system control theory, calibrating digital controls, energy loss calculations, and applicable conservation techniques. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of energy use, audits, and controls in the analysis of energy consumption

View course details for Energy Use Analysis ‌‌

This course is designed to introduce the student to sustainable building design and construction principles and practices. Topics include sustainable building rating systems and certifications, energy efficiency, indoor environmental quality, sustainable building materials and water use. Upon completion, students should be able to identify the principles and practices of sustainable building design and construction.

View course details for Green Bldg & Design Concepts ‌‌
Total Credit Hours Required:
16

Curriculum is based on the 2024-2025 catalog.

Good To Know

We partner with local industry & sustainability advocate groups which provides our students & alumni great opportunities for networking and employment with business members.

Heath Moody, Chair, Construction Management

Maggie M. Shoup, FT Faculty - Construction Management & Building Science

Alumni with this credential could apply for advanced framing carpentry positions and/or energy auditing positions. This credential would also pair well with certificates in our AHR (Air Conditioning/Heating/Refrigeration). This credential also provides students with tangible skillsets that also apply to homesteading, home repair, and various DIY projects.

Carpenters in our area can make $20-45/hour depending on the company & skill level. As of Jun 29, 2024, the average hourly pay for a Carpenter in Asheville is $25.45 an hour.