Syllabus

= Course Syllabus =

Course Dates
May 5 – June 30, 2010

Instructor
Barbara Fanning Email: barbarafanning@gmail.com Phone: 760.402.2378 Office Location: Virtual Office Hours: By Appointment. Please email to schedule an appointment.

Course Location
Online URL: http://edtec650-fanning.wikispaces.com/ The instructor will email your user name and password for accessing the course Website (Wiki). You will have access to the course one week prior to the first class session.

Course Description
This course provides you with a basic overview of green building, the United States Green Building Council and their LEED Rating System. You will be introduced to green building concepts and principles, key elements of the LEED Rating System, terminology and best practices. You will also be introduced to other "Green" Building Rating Systems and potential career opportunities.

Pre-requisite/program
You will need to have basic computer skills (turning on and off, accessing word processing documents, saving, etc.) and the ability to access the Internet via a Web browser, the ability to type and post comments via an online form or email application.

System and Software Requirements
To participate in class, you will need to have access to a computer with speakers, a microphone (optional), Web Browser software installed and Internet Access. You will also need an email address, a computer with Microsoft PowerPoint and Word for accessing and viewing course materials. You may acquire a free email address from Yahoo or Google.

Upon Completion of this course, you will have the ability to:
1. Define and discuss Green Building concepts and principles 2. Define and describe the USGBC and the LEED Rating system 3. Name and Describe the key components of the LEED Rating system 4. Review building case studies to identify and analyze the use of Green Building practices, principles and concepts 5. Reflect on and explain the design processes used in green building and in the application of the LEED Rating System 6. Name and describe at least two other Green Building Rating Systems and Professional Accreditations 7. List and describe at least three potential career options for Green Building

Instructional Methods
The course will be delivered as Synchronous e-learning over a 9-week period where you will join the instructor once a week along with your classmates for a weekly meeting and discussion. In addition to weekly meeting attendance you will also be required to spend time on your own reading, sharing and discussing topics with your classmates and completing assignments posted on the class Wiki and discussion boards.

Textbook & Materials
This course has no required text.

//Optional Text// Recommended for students interested in more advanced topics and future training in the area of green building and construction.

__The Green Building and LEED Core Concepts Guide__ Published by the USGBC Available for purchase online at @http://www.usgbc.org

Course Topics
Module One: Introduction to Green Buildings and LEED Module Two: Sustainable Sites Module Three: Water Efficiency Module Four: Energy and Atmosphere Module Five: Materials and Resources Module Six: Indoor Environmental Quality Module Seven: Innovation and Design and Regional Priority Module Eight: Other Green Rating Systems, Professional Accreditation Module Nine: Career Opportunities and Summary

Wiki Review and Introduction
Please familiarize yourself with the Class Wiki and its content, confirm that you are able to access the Wimba Classroom, Review the Syllabus, Resources, assignments and take a moment to introduce yourself to your classmates in the Introduction section of the Discussion Board.

Due Date: Wednesday, May 5, 2010 by 6:00 PM PST Point Value: 5 Points

What is Green Building?
During our first class session, you will be introduced to Green Buildings. Using the information you learned during that first session and your previous knowledge of Green Building, post your own definition of Green Building to the Green Building Definition section of the Discussion Board.

Due Date: Wednesday, May 12, 2010 by 6:00 PM PST. You should be prepared to discuss in class. Point Value: 5 Points

Weekly Case Study Summary
Each week the instructor will post a module and corresponding case study. Following the class period in which the module is discussed you will be asked to read the case study and post a brief summary of how the building, site or facility meets the requirements of the LEED element discussed in class in the corresponding Case Study section of the Discussion Board. For example, the Water Efficiency module will discuss techniques and concepts behind reduced water use and conversation. You will read the corresponding case study and post a summary of what was done or not done to meet the requirements for water efficiency.

Due Date: One week after the class in which the corresponding module was presented. You should be prepared to discuss in class. Point Value: 10 Points per case study summary for a total of 60 Points

Class Participation and Attendance
You are expected to attend class each week and participate in the case study discussions both online and in class. Comments, answering other student's questions and asking questions will all be considered participation. Please be sure to join the discussions and conversations. Your input is vital to this class and yours and your classmate's learning.

Due Date: Ongoing Point Value: 30 Points

April 28
//Class Preparations and Housekeeping//
 * You will receive welcome email and Wiki url.
 * Familiarize yourself with the Class Wiki and its content and confirm that you are able to access the Wimba Classroom.
 * Review the Syllabus, Resources and Assignments.
 * Introduce yourself to your classmates in the Introduction section of the Discussion Board.
 * Please plan to join us for the first class on **Wednesday May 5, 2010 from 6:00 - 8:00 PM PST.** Access the Wiki and select "Wimba Classroom" from the side navigation to access the classroom each week.

Week One: May 5
//Introduction to Green Buildings and LEED//
 * This week's class will provide students with an overview and introduction to Green Building, USGBC and the LEED Rating system.
 * Prior to class, you will need to have completed Assignment: **Wiki Review and Introduction.**
 * You should begin work on Assignment: **What is Green Building?**

Week Two: May 12
//Sustainable Sites//
 * This week's class will begin to cover the key components of the LEED Rating system. The first component deals with Sustainable sites, location and community linkages.
 * Prior to class, you will need to have completed Assignment: **What is Green Building?** and posted to the discussion board.
 * You should begin work on the **Sustainable Sites Case Study** Summary.

Week Three: May 19
//Water Efficiency//
 * This week's class will cover Water Efficiency a component of the LEED Rating System.
 * Prior to class, you will need to have completed Assignment: **Case Study Summary for Sustainable Sites** and posted to the discussion board.
 * You should begin work on the **Water Efficiency Case Study** Summary.

Week Four: May 26
//Energy and Atmosphere//
 * This week's class will cover Energy and Atmosphere a component of the LEED Rating System.
 * Prior to class, you will need to have completed Assignment: **Case Study Summary for Water Efficiency** and posted to the discussion board.
 * You should begin work on the ** Energy and Atmosphere Case Study** Summary.

Week Five: June 2
//Materials and Resources//
 * This week's class will cover Building Materials and Resources a component of the LEED Rating System.
 * Prior to class, you will need to have completed Assignment: **Case Study Summary for Energy and Atmosphere** and posted to the discussion board.
 * You should begin work on the **Materials and Resources Case Study** Summary.

Week Six: June 9
//Indoor Environmental Quality//
 * This week's class will cover Indoor Environmental Quality a component of the LEED Rating System.
 * Prior to class, you will need to have completed Assignment: **Case Study Summary for Materials and Reources** and posted to the discussion board.
 * You should begin work on the **Indoor Environmental Quality Case Study** Summary.

Week Seven: June 16
//Innovation and Design and Regional Priority//
 * This week's class will cover Innovation and Design and Regional Priority two components of the LEED Rating System.
 * Prior to class, you will need to have completed Assignment: **Case Study Summary for Indoor Environmental Quality** and posted to the discussion board.
 * You should begin work on the **Innovation and Design and Regional Priority Case Study** Summary.

Week Eight: June 23
//Other Green Rating Systems, Professional Accreditation//
 * This week's class will discuss other Green Building Rating Systems and Professional Accreditation Opportunities.
 * Prior to class, you will need to have completed Assignment: **Case Study Summary for Innovation and Design and Regional Priority** and posted to the discussion board.

Week Nine: June 30
//Career Opportunities and Summary//
 * This week's class will discuss Career Opportunities in Green Building and provide a summary of material covered in class.
 * You will also complete a course evaluation.

Grading
Your final grade will be determined by your participation and contributions to in class discussions, break out exercises, discussion board posts and your ability to apply module content to your case study summary posts. This is an introductory course focused on concepts and basic understanding. Therefore grading will be based on one’s ability to demonstrate this understanding.


 * // Assignment // || // Point Value // ||
 * Wiki Review and Introduction || 5 ||
 * What is Green Building || 5 ||
 * Weekly Case Study Summary || 60 ||
 * Class Participation and Attendance || 30 ||
 * ** Total Possible Points ** || ** 100 ** ||

Late Work
You are expected to turn assignments in on time. Assignments will be deducted 1-3 points for each week an assignment is late.

Absences
You are expected to attend each class session. Please contact the instructor in the event a student must miss a scheduled class session.

Plagiarism/Cheating
You are expected to do their own work. Evidence of plagiarism or cheating will not be tolerated. If you are caught cheating you will be automatically dropped from the class and will not receive a refund.

Grading standards for this course are as follows:
A - Outstanding achievement; Advanced understanding and the highest accomplishment B - Praiseworthy performance; Above average C - Average; Satisfactory performance

Americans with Disabilities Statement
Students with documented disabilities who may need special instructional accommodations or who may need special arrangements in the event of an evacuation should notify the instructor as soon as possible, no later than the first week of class.

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