Global Certificate Sustainable Home Design & Wellness
-- viewing nowThe Global Certificate in Sustainable Home Design & Wellness is a comprehensive course that focuses on the growing demand for sustainable and eco-friendly home design. This program emphasizes the importance of creating healthy, energy-efficient living spaces that promote physical and mental well-being.
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• Sustainable Site Planning: This unit covers the principles of sustainable site planning, including site selection, orientation, and grading. It also includes topics such as green infrastructure, stormwater management, and site sustainability assessment tools.
• Passive Solar Design: This unit focuses on the principles of passive solar design, including solar geometry, building orientation, window placement, thermal mass, and insulation. It also covers the use of shading devices, daylighting, and natural ventilation.
• Energy-Efficient Building Systems: This unit covers the design and specification of energy-efficient building systems, including HVAC, lighting, appliances, and renewable energy systems. It also includes topics such as building envelope design, air sealing, and insulation.
• Water Conservation and Management: This unit covers the principles of water conservation and management in residential buildings, including rainwater harvesting, greywater reuse, and low-flow fixtures. It also includes topics such as drought-tolerant landscaping and efficient irrigation systems.
• Indoor Environmental Quality: This unit covers the design and construction practices that promote good indoor environmental quality, including proper ventilation, air filtration, and the use of low-VOC materials. It also includes topics such as thermal comfort, acoustic comfort, and visual comfort.
• Health and Wellness in Building Design: This unit covers the design strategies that promote health and wellness in residential buildings, including access to natural light, views, and fresh air. It also includes topics such as biophilic design, universal design, and healthy materials selection.
• Sustainable Materials Selection: This unit covers the principles of sustainable materials selection, including life-cycle assessment, material efficiency, and the use of renewable and recycled materials. It also includes topics such as embodied energy, carbon footprint, and material transparency.
• Green Building Certification
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Entry Requirements
- Basic understanding of the subject matter
- Proficiency in English language
- Computer and internet access
- Basic computer skills
- Dedication to complete the course
No prior formal qualifications required. Course designed for accessibility.
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This course provides practical knowledge and skills for professional development. It is:
- Not accredited by a recognized body
- Not regulated by an authorized institution
- Complementary to formal qualifications
You'll receive a certificate of completion upon successfully finishing the course.
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