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E S 62C Environmental Management Tools: Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs)
4 Units
E S 76 Energy Star Products 1 Unit
Advisory: EWRT 211 and READ 211, or ESL 272 and 273.
Four hours lecture (48 hours total per quarter).
Examines Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs) which are used to assess (prior to their sale or redevelopment/ reuse) commercial, light industrial, and “brownfield” sites for significant environmental contamination and, if found, then develop and evaluate alternatives to “remediate” (clean up or contain) the contamination found to acceptable levels. Focus is on the required components of a standard Phase I ESA and associated report generation. Explores associated job and career opportunities.
Advisory: EWRT 1A or EWRT 1AH or (EWRT 1AS and EWRT 1AT) or ESL 5. E One hour lecture (12 hours total per quarter).
This course provides an introduction to Energy Star products including high efficiency, high-performance commercial, industrial and residential equipment,
E S 62D Environmental Management Tools: Industrial Ecology and Sustainable
Advisory: EWRT 211 and READ 211, or ESL 272 and 273.
Four hours lecture (48 hours total per quarter).
Examines Industrial Ecology (applying the lessons of nature to industrial processes, products and systems) and associated sustainable design concepts, principles and tools (such as Life Cycle Impact Assessments, Design for the Environment, Biomimicry, Green Chemistry/Green Chemicals, Green Building, Energy Efficiency & Conservation, Water Efficiency & Conservation, Zero Waste). Also includes an examination of Product Stewardship (Extended Producer Responsibility) policies to enhance reuse/recycling efforts and prevent pollution. Explores associated job and career opportunities.
E S 63 Global Environmental Policy 1 Unit
Advisory: EWRT 211 and READ 211, or ESL 272 and 273.
One hour lecture (12 hours total per quarter).
An overview of global environmental policies relating to the global commons, sustainable development theory and other environmental themes. A discussion of historic and current policies such as conventions and agreements on climate change, land degradation, resource management, hazardous waste, chemicals and environmental impact assessments.
E S 64 Climate Change Mitigation and 4 Units Adaptation in California
Advisory: EWRT 211 and READ 211, or ESL 272 and 273.
Four hours lecture (48 hours total per quarter).
This course will examine the various strategies and approaches being taken at the state and local/regional levels to address both the root causes and the anticipated effects of global warming/climate change here in California. Students will explore associated job and career opportunities in monitoring, mitigation, and adaptation to climate change.
and appliances that reduce energy consumption and save money.
E S 76A Solar Thermal Systems 1 Unit
Advisory: EWRT 1A or EWRT 1AH or (EWRT 1AS and EWRT 1AT) or ESL 5.
One hour lecture (12 hours total per quarter).
This course presents a general overview of Solar Thermal Systems with an emphasis on residential hot water applications. It introduces the physics of solar thermal energy, siting analysis, sizing design, and other relevant aspects of solar thermal systems.
Design Principles
E S 77X
E S 77Y
E S 77Z
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor and division dean.
Three hours laboratory for each unit of credit (36 hours total for each unit of credit per quarter).
This course requires students to conduct an individual research project in environmental studies that is determined in consultation with the instructor. An outside reading and written report are required.
E S 78 Introduction to Energy Management 1 Unit Systems and Controls
Advisory: EWRT 211 and READ 211, or ESL 272 and 273.
One hour lecture (12 hours total per quarter).
Describes the most commonly used controls and energy management systems in commercial and institutional applications. Topics will include complex automatic systems for major energy-consuming equipment, as well as simple controls, including time clocks, occupancy sensors, photocells, and programmable thermostats. Computer-based energy management systems, as well as control systems to reduce peak electrical demand will be discussed.
(One out-of-class field trip may be required for this course.)
E S 79 Renewable and Alternative Energy 1 Unit Systems
Advisory: EWRT 211 and READ 211, or ESL 272 and 273.
One hour lecture (12 hours total per quarter).
An introduction to the potential for renewable and alternative energy systems when adding power generation capacity for a site or large facility. Life-cycle cost comparisons between renewable energy systems and conventional power generation and the added potential of reducing peak power demand will be emphasized. Topics include photovoltaic power systems, wind energy systems, and fuel cells. (One out-of-class field trip may be required for this course.)
E S 69 Energy Management Within Your Organization
1 Unit
Advisory: EWRT 211 and READ 211, or ESL 272 and 273.
One hour lecture (12 hours total per quarter).
An overview of strategies to assist in preparing an energy management action plan for your organization and staff. The strategies include model board policy, administrative guidelines, assembling an energy management action team, assessing the impact of energy policy on society, and an overview of key stakeholders in the energy field.
E S 80 California Field Studies E S 80X
E S 80Y
E S 80Z
1 Unit 2 Units 3 Units 4 Units
E S 69A Introduction to Facilities Management
3 Units
Advisory: EWRT 211 and READ 211, or ESL 272 and 273.
One hour lecture for each unit of credit (12 hours total for each unit of credit per quarter).
Field observation of California’s native plants and animals in aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems, with an emphasis on endangered, rare, protected and reintroduced species. The underlying social, environmental protection, environmental justice, economic, and political issues associated with habitat and species loss will be discussed, as well as impacts on various cultural, ethnic and socio-economic groups. (Off-campus field trips may be required.)
E S 81 Leadership in Energy and Environmental 2 Units Design/Sustainability Codes
Advisory: EWRT 211 and READ 211, or ESL 272 and 273.
Two hours lecture (24 hours total per quarter).
An introductory course designed for students and employees seeking to learn more about green building and how it can benefit their company. Topics covered will include the triple bottom line of sustainability, current market trends in green building, the Building Energy Code (Title 24, section 6), Appliance Code (Title 20), and the Green Building Code (Title 24, section 11). Includes modules on simulation tools that can be used for code compliance, analysis of the potential impact for specific EE and DR measures, verification of energy savings efforts, and the process of greening existing energy portfolios.
E S 82 Project Management and Technical 2 Units Report Writing for Energy Professionals
Advisory: EWRT 211 and READ 211, or ESL 272 and 273.
Two hours lecture (24 hours total per quarter).
Addresses the key project management components required in leading and coordinating energy efficiency programs in cross functional organizations. Explores project communication strategies, writing compelling and accurate technical reports for commercial and residential building energy audits targeted at nontechnical audiences and company/organization decision makers. Includes project coordination, report writing, spreadsheets, formats, templates, proposal writing, inserting graphics and charts and the financial analysis of energy efficiency proposals for commercial and residential buildings.
Advisory: EWRT 211 and READ 211, or ESL 272 and 273.
Three hours lecture (36 hours total per quarter).
An introduction to the key concepts of Facility Management that range from the role the facility manager plays in the organization to the skill sets and competencies required to effectively perform the FM role. Building facilities are a company's second largest asset. It is important for facility managers to play a key role in supporting the company's largest asset -- the employees. The successful FM can help improve employee productivity and job satisfaction, ultimately leading to improved financial outcomes for the company and happier, healthier and productive work environments for employees.
(One or more facility management field trip may be required for this class).
E S 70 Introduction to Energy 1 Unit
Advisory: EWRT 211 and READ 211, or ESL 272 and 273.
One hour lecture (12 hours total per quarter).
Provides a general overview of the field of Energy Management and its importance to society at all levels. In particular, the evaluation, operation, and maintenance of energy systems in residential and small commercial buildings will be looked at, including alternative and renewable energy sources, in order to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and minimize environmental impacts.
E S 71 Introduction to Sustainable Buildings 1 Unit
Advisory: EWRT 211 and READ 211, or ESL 272 and 273.
One hour lecture (12 hours total per quarter).
Presents a general overview of Energy Efficient Buildings with an emphasis on residential and small commercial buildings. Specific topics to be covered include: energy use in buildings, bioclimatic design, energy basics, heat transfer concepts, whole building thermal analysis, as well as other important building energy efficient issues.
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All courses are for unit credit and apply to a De Anza associate degree unless otherwise noted.
4 Units
Special Projects in Environmental Studies
1 Unit 2 Units 3 Units