Professional Development
NEW! Introduction to Green Facilities Management
Learn from industry professionals how to take advantage of cost-saving opportunities available through a greener, more sustainable business. This course supplies you with the resources and knowledge needed to complete a facility assessment, develop an improvement plan, and conduct a site assessment of your business. All participants are given online access to the course materials for personal use.
Topics include green facility and LEED certification, green meeting standards, quantifying resource usage, green policy, purchasing, marketing, contracting, assessments and more. (1.5 CEUs)
CGRN142 (15 Hours)
Fee: $499 (Includes the HG Tool Box: Online Resources, Guide Books, The Resource Tracking Tool, Assessment Forms and Checklists).
- Section HW01 - Institute for Service Excellence at Hamilton Mall
Thursday & Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
May 17 & 18
Introduction to PV Design and Installation and Exam Prep
The NABCEP PV Entry Level Exam is based on a set of learning objectives developed by NABCEP Committee of PV subject matter experts. PV design and installation concepts will be reviewed. You will define, describe and apply the following core skill sets: PV markets and applications, safety basics, electricity basics, solar energy fundamentals, PV module fundamentals, system components, PV system sizing principles, PV system electrical design, PV system mechanical design, performance analysis, maintenance and troubleshooting. NABCEP exam at additional cost.
CGRN129 (50 Hours)
Fee: $725 (Tuition $225, Materials $200, Lab $300)
- Section MW03 - Mays Landing East
Monday - Thursday, 9 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Begins April 30 - Section MW02 - Mays Landing East
Monday - Thursday, 9 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Begins June 18
NEW! NABCEP Sales Certification
Prerequisite: Participants must be at least 18 years of age, have completed 10 hours of OSHA certification, and demonstrate a combination of experience and education required to sit for the exam. Visit NABCEP.org for more information to see if you qualify.
The NABCEP PV Entry Level Exam is based on a set of learning objectives developed by NABCEP Committee of PV subject matter experts. Concepts will include: Qualify the Customer; Site Analysis; Conceptual Design; Financial Costs, Incentives and Savings; Financial Benefit Analysis and Financing; Nonfinancial Benefit Analysis; Performance Analysis; and Preparing Proposals.
CGRN120 (60 Hours)
Fee: $1,299 (Tuition $499, Materials $250, Lab $550)
- Section MW02 - Mays Landing Campus
10 Saturdays beginning Jan. 28
9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Green Solutions Conference for the Restaurant Industry
In partnership with the Atlantic County Utilities Authority and the Academy of Culinary Arts.
Join us for this informative conference where industry experts will discuss how to make sustainability part of your culture, the cost of doing nothing, practical green solutions for small and large operations, and how to implement a “buy local” produce plan and green-influenced kitchen design.
Rick Dovey, president, Atlantic County Utilities Authority, will discuss how to get started with commercial recycling, and Gary Conover, solid waste director, Atlantic County Utilities Authority, will present a case study on how a wastes audit helps improve the bottom line. Everyone is welcome, regardless of experience or business size.
A limited number of vendor opportunities are available. Contact Dharmesh Dave 609/343-5658 or ddave@atlantic.edu. (.3 CEUs and 3 HSW/LU/SD Hours)
CGRN904 (5 Hours)
Fee: $29 (Networking and continental breakfast served at 8 a.m.)
- Section MW01 - Mays Landing Campus
Tuesday, May 15
9 a.m. - noon
NEW! Land Use and Zoning – Regulations and Process
Selecting a site for a solar facility requires careful consideration of zoning laws and process. Understanding the time and cost of obtaining land use approvals, and factoring them into the overall project scope, will result in a more successful solar development. This seminar will review the basics of municipal land use law in New Jersey, the zoning-related state laws that affect solar facilities, and how to obtain a use variance from the zoning board of adjustment. (.3 CEUs)
Instructor: Elizabeth A. Terenik, PP, AICP,
CGRN143 (3 Hours)
Fee: $35 (Includes continental breakfast)
- Section HW01 - Institute for Service Excellence at Hamilton Mall
Thursday, April 19
9 a.m. - noon (8:30-9 a.m. networking)
NEW! Sustainable Building Practices
Green Building is a multibillion dollar industry, and the future of architectural design and construction. Are you prepared for the inevitable transformation of your profession? “Green Building Today!” will provide participants with an in-depth overview of the design and construction of Green High Performance Buildings and explore the most up-to-date and future building systems, technologies and materials. The class is intended for architects, designers, contractors, builders, municipal officials and those who seek an understanding of green building principles. The class will provide insight to effectively achieve your company’s and client’s goals.
Instructor: Darren Molnar-Port, LEED AP
CGRN103 (7 Hours)
Fee: $149 (Tuition $49, Lab $100)
- Section MW02 - Mays Landing East
Saturday, April 21
8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
NEW! Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester Training and Certification
Participants will be presented with the guidelines for acceptable practices of testing backflow prevention devices. The participants will also learn the principles of cross-connection control and methods and devices used to prevent backflow of undesirable substances into water distribution and plumbing systems carrying potable water.
Upon completion of the course, participants will have the information to pass the American Society of Sanitary Engineering Examination, which will be administered the last day of training.
This is an ideal certification for plumbers, facilities managers of large commercial buildings such hospitals and schools, architects, builders, construction officials and anyone interested in learning more about the backflow prevention system. (4.0 CEUs)
CGRN144 (40 Hours)
Fee: $499
- Section MW01 - Mays Landing Campus
Monday - Friday beginning March 12
8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
NEW! Backflow Prevention Program Administrator/Specialist Training and Certification
This certification course provides the necessary training and testing for individuals seeking certification as a Backflow Prevention Program Administrator. The course consists of 32 hours of training culminating in a 50-question exam and a 25-question practical examination. During the training portion of the course participants will discuss the basics of hydraulics pertaining to backflow prevention systems and components, safety, cross-connection control containment surveys, product identification and performance, elements of a cross-connection control program, and proper terminology.
CGRN141 (32 Hours)
Fee $499
- Section MW01 - Mays Landing Campus
Monday - Thursday beginning March 19
8:30 am - 5:30 pm
LEED Green Associate PLUS
This two-day course prepares beginning green building professionals to pass the Green Building Certification Institute’s (GBCI) LEED Green Associate exam. It presents the Core Concepts of Sustainable Design and all nine LEED® Green Building Rating Systems TM.
This course is appropriate for anyone interested in enhancing their present career in HVAC&R systems, electrical engineers, builders and landscaping architects, project managers, plumbers and anyone bidding on city or state projects. This course is AIA-registered for 14 HSW/LU/SD hours.
CGRN203 (14 Hours)
Fee: $499 (Tuition $200, Lab $299, Exam at additional cost)
- Section MW02 - Mays Landing East
Tuesday & Wednesday, March 13 & 14
9:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Residential Energy Audits
If you are considering changing jobs, expanding your career or you are an architect, general contractor, remodeling contractor, real estate professional or homeowner, this course reviews the opportunities available to you. This course is AIA-registered for 4.5 HSW/SD/LU hours.
At the end of this program, you will be able to: understand the benefits to improving home energy performance; identify the skills necessary to perform energy audits; understand energy usage and practical ways to improve indoor air quality, comfort and energy savings; understand guidelines established by the Residential Energy Services Network (RESNET).
Instructor: R. James Del Grosso, AIA, LEED AP, HERS
CGRN114 (5 Hours)
Fee: $59
- Section MW02 - Mays Landing East
Saturday, Feb.18
9 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
In-Home Energy Survey Professional
This is a comprehensive course that prepares you to become certified as a home energy survey professional. The course presents concepts in Energy & Building Shell, Air Leakage, Insulation, Windows & Doors, Water Heating, Lights & Appliances, Health & Safety, as well as Chapter 7 & Appendix A of Residential Energy Services Network (RESNET) Standards. Successful completion of the course will prepare you for the RESNET exam at an additional cost. The course requires that you purchase “Residential Energy” by John Krigger & Chris Dorsi.
At the end of this program, you will be able to: prepare for certification as an In-Home Energy Survey Professional; comprehend knowledge of principles of energy; understand construction methodologies of residential construction; comprehend evaluation techniques to save energy and improve indoor air quality and comfort.
This course is AIA-registered for 13.75 HSW/SD/LU hours.
Instructor: R. James Del Grosso, AIA, LEED AP, HERS
CGRN115 (15 Hours)
Fee: $449
- Section MW02 - Mays Landing East
5 Saturdays beginning Feb. 25
9 a.m. - noon
Building Analyst Certification
This course is offered in partnership with Forever Green Training and Sustainable Design.
The Building Performance Institute’s Associates Certification empowers home inspectors and building professionals with the expertise to become BPI certified. The Building Analyst Certification program equips you with the knowledge and expertise to conduct energy audits and improve the quality of your inspection business. This hybrid program combines online classroom instruction with hands-on training. This class includes a field trip for the hands-on part of the program. Location will be announced on the first day of class. Students must be willing to travel within Atlantic and Cape May County.
CGRN102 (35 Hours)
Fee: $1,399 (Tuition $599, Lab $800, Exams at additional cost)
- Section OW02 - Hybrid (online and in-class hands-on training)
Open enrollment-field training will be scheduled
at the time of registration
6 - 9 p.m.
Envelope Professional Certification
This course is offered in partnership with Forever Green Training and Sustainable Design.
Envelope Professional Certification provides building analyst professionals with a specialized skill set to accurately estimate the cost savings of weatherization improvements. This course offers knowledge on measurements and verification of a building and its overall performance. This additional credential empowers accredited contractors to guide homeowners in energy efficiency retrofitting–helping reduce carbon dioxide emissions from homes while helping homeowners save money by reducing their utility bills. This hybrid program combines online classroom instruction with on-site, hands-on training. This class includes a field trip for hands on part of the program. Location will be announced on the first day of class. Students must be willing to travel within Atlantic and Cape May County area for the hands-on part of the program.
CGRN113 (35 Hours)
Fee: $1,399 (Tuition $599, Lab $800, Exams at additional cost)
- Section OW02 - Hybrid (online and in-class hands-on training)
Open enrollment-field training will be scheduled
at the time of registration
6 - 9 p.m.