Sustainable Building Science Technology
Bachelor of Applied Science
Four-year Degree
180 Units
The Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) in Sustainable Building Science Technology (SBST) program will prepare you to apply expertise and systems knowledge to support highly technical building operations.
The SBST degree, which builds on your prior education and work experience, positions you to launch a career where you understand building functions and finance in order to manage structures that are healthier and more durable, efficient, economical, and sustainable. This degree program offers you a pathway to becoming a skilled Building Science Professional. SBST emphasizes upper-division coursework that focuses on the complexities of building science, energy codes, building codes, and facility management.
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神马福利电影院 Application Steps
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Admission Requirements
To qualify for full admission to the SBST BAS program, you must have earned an associate degree or be within 25 credits of completing one to qualify for provisional acceptance, with the understanding that you will complete your associate degree within the first year of the bachelor's program. Additionally, a cumulative GPA of at least 2.0 in your associate degree is required for admission. Two years or more of related work experience is recommended.
Students must fill out a for entry into this program.
Admission Status
Students may be admitted to the BAS Sustainable Building Science Technology program under one of the following conditions:
- Full: You will be fully admitted to the program when all admission requirements have been completed and accepted by the Executive Dean.
- Provisional: If you are within 25 quarter credits of completing an associate degree, including the program entry requirements, you may be admitted provisionally into the program on a space available basis. This is in addition to the conditions cited above regarding journey card status and other associate degrees.
- Non-Matriculated: You can take up to 15 credits in the Sustainable Building Science Technology program prior to admission. Non-matriculated students must gain permission from a Faculty Coordinator to join classes prior to admission.
Program Requirements
Students admitted to the program must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0. Please note: You need to be registered for a minimum of 12 credits per quarter to be considered a full-time student by the financial aid department.
If you are a prospective student, please note that we are holding regular info sessions.
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- You can also register for an individual consultation outside of these times (see contact emails below).
We are currently offering Zoom sessions. To schedule a one-on-one meeting please contact Program Manager, at sustainablebldg-ssc@seattlecolleges.edu.
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Workforce Funding
This academic plan may be eligible for additional funding through Workforce Education. Students in this program may be eligible for:
- Worker Retraining
- Hybrid
This program is a cohort-based program and typically begins in Fall Quarter
Program Information
The Sustainable Building Science Technology pathway can lead to various career opportunities.
Examples include:
Career titles and data are supplied by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). For current employment and wage estimates, please visit .
A Bachelor's degree or higher may be required for some careers listed above.
Graduates of the Sustainable Building Science Technology program may continue their education through transfer pathways or advanced degrees. Some students choose to pursue graduate programs to further enhance their credentials.
The SBST BAS program prepares students who have completed an apprenticeship program, a two-year technical degree or approved associate degree. It is recommended to have 2 to 5 years of related work experience with commercial and residential high performance buildings.
180 Units
Basic Requirements
| Course | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ENGL& 101 | English Composition I | 5 |
| Additional Communications Course | Composition II | 5 |
| Quantitative/Symbolic Reasoning | 5 |
Areas of Knowledge
| Course | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Natural World Lab Science | 5 | |
| Visual, Literary, & Performing Arts | 5 | |
| Individuals, Cultures, & Societies | 5 |
神马福利电影院 Transfer Electives
Complete 20 units of transferrable electives.
| Course | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Transferrable Elective | Choose a course | 14 |
| Transferrable Elective | Choose a course | 5 |
| Transferrable Elective | Choose a course | 5 |
| Transferrable Elective | Choose a course | 5 |
Core Requirements
Complete 15 courses with a 2.0 minimum grade.
Complete 9 units of SBST 325.
| Course | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| SBST 301 | Building Science | 3 |
| SBST 302 | Building Components and Systems | 2 |
| SBST 314 | Professional Portfolio | 2 |
| SBST 315 | Work Experience Practicum | 10 |
| SBST 321 | Building and Energy Codes In Washington State | 2 |
| SBST 322 | Energy Analysis and Auditing | 3 |
| SBST 331 | Financing Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy | 2 |
| SBST 333 | Building Controls for Energy Efficiency | 4 |
| SBST 401 | Utility Rates Regulations and Economics | 2 |
| SBST 402 | Lighting | 3 |
| SBST 421 | Energy Policy | 3 |
| SBST 422 | Facility Management | 4 |
| SBST 431 | Professional Communication | 4 |
| SBST 432 | Fiscal Management for Facility Managers | 3 |
| SBST 489 | Sustainable Building Science Technology Capstone | 4 |
| SBST 325 | 9 |
BAS Electives
Complete additional college-level courses to meet a total of 180 units.
| Course | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| 神马福利电影院-Level Electives | 70 |
Units
The sample schedule and quarterly to-do list below will help you explore courses and complete tasks on time. The sample schedule assumes a fall quarter start and is constrained by 6 quarters, but you can begin in any quarter and start at any placement level. Some courses are offered in a variety of formats including online (e-learning), in-person, and hybrid. Available formats vary by quarter. Please work with your advisor to create a customized education plan that meets your goals.
Before you begin:
- Visit the for information on how to apply.
- with the SBST advisor to discuss your goals and make an education plan.
- For ADA accommodation, contact Access Services for support.
- Attend orientation.
- Acquire textbooks if needed.
Quarter 1, 15 Units
| Course | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| SBST 301 | Building Science | 3 |
| SBST 302 | Building Components and Systems | 2 |
| SBST 321 | Building and Energy Codes In Washington State | 2 |
| SBST 322 | Energy Analysis and Auditing | 3 |
| ENGL& 101 | English Composition I | 5 |
Quarter 2, 15 Units
| Course | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| SBST 314 | Professional Portfolio | 2 |
| SBST 325 | 1 | |
| SBST 333 | Building Controls for Energy Efficiency | 4 |
| SBST 432 | Fiscal Management for Facility Managers | 3 |
| Quantitative/Symbolic Reasoning | 5 |
Quarter 3, 15 Units
| Course | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| SBST 401 | Utility Rates Regulations and Economics | 2 |
| SBST 402 | Lighting | 3 |
| SBST 422 | Facility Management | 4 |
| SBST 325 | 1 | |
| Natural World Lab Science | Choose a course | 5 |
Quarter 4, 15 Units
| Course | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| SBST 421 | Energy Policy | 3 |
| SBST 431 | Professional Communication | 4 |
| SBST 325 | 3 | |
| Individuals, Cultures, & Societies | 5 |
Quarter 5, 15 Units
| Course | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| SBST 325 | 4 | |
| SBST 331 | Financing Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy | 2 |
| SBST 489 | Sustainable Building Science Technology Capstone | 4 |
| Communication Elective | Choose a course | 5 |
Quarter 6, 15 Units
| Course | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| SBST 315* | Work Experience Practicum | 10 |
| Visual, Literary and Performing Arts | 5 |
- Understand all operation and systems unique to sustainable buildings (old and new).
- Analyze, define and validate solutions.
- Deliver industry specific solutions from analysis.
- Utilize effective communication forum and techniques to facilitate all aspects of sustainable building management.
- Develop and lead a team of various personalities and skills.
- Work in a team and know how to collaborate, build functional work groups and take responsibility for outcomes.
- Anticipate, identify, troubleshoot, analyze, and solve problems and lead a project.
- Understand accounting, budgeting, real cost/return on investment, cost effectiveness and life cycle cost.
- Measure, diagnose and understand building system interactions and summarize results in order to compare to standards or specifications.
- Understand and analyze building profiles and identify opportunities for improving performance.
- Calculate, develop and understand codes and standards for construction of sustainable energy efficient buildings.
- Understand components and drive the process of quality construction including safe work environments, documentation, contractors/sub-contractors, building options and inspection.
- Demonstrate working knowledge of building science, building physics, operating principles and their relationships to each other across disciplines.
- Prepare project budget, cost estimate, cost benefit analysis.
- Demonstrate proficiency with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, electronic communication and other widely accepted software with specific intention of acquiring the ability to collect and analyze commonly available instruments, such as power analyzers, thermal imager and HVAC equipment.
- Create and maintain a professional environment based on values and ethics.
- Use computer programs used in building industries and quality assurance to make fact based decisions.
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Program data from ctcLink:
- Academic Plan: EVTSBBAS
- Degree: BAS
- Plan Transcript Description: Bachelor of Applied Science - Sustainable Building Science Technology
- Academic Plan Currently Offered: Yes
- Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP): 15.1701
Sustainable Building Science Technology
Ross Vaswani-Bye
ross.vaswanibye@seattlecolleges.edu
206/934-6783
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