Spring 2012 Semester Classes at Middlesex Community College

I will be teaching two courses at MxCC this Spring semester. The first is  Understanding Green Basics,  the second is LEED Green Associate Core Concepts. The explanation for each of these courses is listed below. If you have any questions about any course please don’t hesitate to contact me by commenting to this blog or by emailing me at: wjanhonen@wsjenterprises.com.

ATTENTION Brokers and Salespersons, Appraisers and Architects: All of these courses have been approved for the latest real estate continuing education cycle 2011-2013.

 Understanding Green Basics       RE-CEU: 3, APP-CEU: 3, ARCH-CEU:3

This course will provide any building, real estate, or related industry professional with an understanding of LEED, NAHB & Energy Star building certifications, the measurements used to determine each certification, and how to evaluate “green” benefits and tax incentives. You will learn the difference between “sustainability” and “being green” and receive an overview of conventional building methods versus green building methods and technology.  Successful completion of this course qualifies you to receive (3) Continuing Education Units (CEU’s), as approved by the CT Real Estate Commission for the 2011-2013 Cycle.

William Janhonen is a LEED Accredited Professional, NAHB Certified Green Professional, Certified Property Manager and Licensed Broker in NY, CT, and NC.  As principal of WSJ Enterprises he consults on construction, finance and property management and is a member of the USGBC , CTGBC, HBRA of Fairfield County and NAHB.      Price: $75

Section 1

CRN:  TBD

Session:        2/13/12     Monday, 6:00-9:00PM

Location: Middletown Campus, Chapman Hall

CRN: TBD

 LEED Green Associate Core Concepts-Exam Preparation  RE-CEU: 6, APP-CEU: 18, ARCH-CEU: 6 

This course provides an overview of sustainable building, including environmental imperatives driving the industry, the paradigm of integrated design, and the role of USGBC and the LEED Rating System. It explains the intent of each LEED Credit Category, identifies best practices, related key terms and concepts, regulation and incentives, and concepts in practice. This course will prepare you for taking the LEED Green Associate Examination and becoming nationally accredited as a LEED Green Associate, the first step in becoming a LEED Accredited Professional. This course consists of (5) segments and all five are necessary to complete the course. Free download of collateral material necessary for the course can be found at this blog. Email: wjanhonen@wsjenterprises.com with any questions.  Price: $395

Section 1

CRN:   TBD

5 Sessions required:     2/22, 2/24, 2/27, 2/29, 3/2                    5:00 – 9:00PM

Location: Middletown Campus, Chapman Hall

Instructor: W. Janhonen