Environmental Engineering: Climate Ready Homes - Introduction
This one-time class introduces students to the world of building science by taking a deep dive into Climate Ready Homes! This is a great class for students interested in environmental engineering (without all the math and physics).
Class Experience
US Grade 9 - 12
Let's jump into the world of Building Science by learning about Climate Ready Homes. A climate ready home is a home that is prepared for climate change. Climate change is causing worsening weather patterns and the next generation of homes should be ready for these changes. In this one-time class, we will cover: 1. Climate Ready Home Overview 2. Net-zero energy homes • Energy efficiency • Air-tight homes • Super-insulated homes 3. Preparing homes against: • Extreme rain events • ...
I have a degree in Environmental Engineering and hold several building certifications including a certification on Net-zero Energy Homes.
Homework Offered
Assessments Offered
Grades Offered
We will talk about climate change, extreme weather events, and how they can impact reisdential homes. Ex: The worsening wildfires can put homes at risk. We will talk about ways to harden homes against wildfires by firescaping (landscaping for fire resistance) and selecting certain non-flammable building materials.
Available times
Pacific
Meet the teacher
Hello there! My name is Erika and I'm an environmental engineer. I have a B.S. in Environmental Engineering from the University of California, San Diego (UCSD). I have been teaching online classes for years and I love it! I have a passion for...
Group Class
$10
per classMeets once
30 min
Live video meetings
Ages 14-18
1-5 learners per class
