Energy Management with Building Controls Technology, AAS

This program is not accepting new students for the 2024-25 academic year.
Please contact 
academic advising for alternative options.

 

Through this program, students will learn how commercial building systems consume energy by understanding how systems work and the interaction between systems. Students will be able to evaluate and measure consumption and make an informed recommendation on building system energy efficiency improvements. Students will also learn the basics of Building Controls systems and how they are fundamental to achieving higher levels of energy efficiency through building operation. Employment is found with Controls System Suppliers, Controls Installation Contractors, Government, Utilities, Engineering Firms, and School Districts.

92-93 credits

Program Contacts

Cost

Estimated Cost: $ 17,217

  • Resident Tuition: $ 13,485
  • Technology Fees: $ 1,302
  • General Student Fees: $ 900
  • Online Course Fee: $ 930
  • Books / Course Materials: $ 250 (Some courses use Open Educational Resources (OER), which are free or low-cost materials.)
  • Other Cost / Expenses: $ 350 (controls building kit)

Costs provided are estimates only, and may differ depending on course type and/or modality. Learn more and view current tuition and fee information.

Program Learning Outcomes

Students who complete this program will be able to:

PLO 1: Evaluate the energy use patterns for residential and commercial buildings and recommend energy efficiency measures and renewable energy solutions for high energy consuming buildings

PLO 2: Understand the interaction between energy consuming building systems and make energy use reduction recommendations based on that understanding

PLO 3: Construct energy evaluation technical reports and make presentations for potential project implementation

PLO 4: Collect and display data as lists, tables, and plots using appropriate technology (e.g., Excel and other computer software)

PLO 5: Develop and evaluate inferences and predictions that are based on collected data

PLO 6: Interpret the concepts of a problem-solving task, and, using mathematics, translate concepts into energy-related projects

PLO 7: Read and analyze building blue prints including floor, mechanical, and electrical plans

PLO 8: Read elevations, sections, schedules, and construction notes

PLO 9: Analyze a variety of commercial HVAC and lighting systems from a controls perspective

PLO 10: Become familiar with modules and electronics commonly used to implement building automation schemes

PLO 11: Write building control systems schemes

PLO 12: Understand control system management software

PLO 13: Diagnose and troubleshoot existing building control systems

Admission Information

Apply online. Applicants must have completed MTH 065 or higher prior to enrollment. Individual courses may be taken with department/instructor approval.

Program Requirements

This program is not accepting new students for the 2024-25 academic year. Please contact academic advising for alternative options.

General Education

WR 121ZComposition 1

4

WR 227ZTechnical Writing

4

MTH 095Intermediate Algebra

5

PH 101Fundamentals of Physics

4

PH 102Fundamentals of Physics

4

Human Relations - choose one course from list

3-4

General Ed Courses: See Footnote 1.

MTH: See Footnote 2.

PH: See Footnote 3.

List of accepted Human Relations Courses

Program Core Courses

BT 123MS EXCEL for Business

4

CS 179Introduction to Computer Networks

4

CST 110Blueprint Reading 1

3

NRG 101Introduction to Energy Management

3

NRG 110Energy Efficiency Industry Software Applications

4

NRG 111Residential/Light Commercial Energy Analysis

3

NRG 112Commercial Energy Use Analysis

4

NRG 121Air Conditioning System Analysis

3

NRG 122Commercial Air Conditioning System Analysis

3

NRG 123Energy Control Strategies

4

NRG 124Energy Efficiency Methods

4

NRG 131Lighting Fundamentals

3

NRG 142Energy Accounting

3

NRG 181Direct Digital Controls 1

4

NRG 182Commercial HVAC Controls

4

NRG 183Controls Retuning and Troubleshooting

4

NRG 184Direct Digital Controls 2

4

NRG 185Lighting Controls

4

Complete one of the following:

CS 133JSBeg. Programming: JavaScript

4

CS 161C/CS 133CComputer Science 1

4

CS 161N/CS 133NComputer Science 1

4

CS 161P/CS 133PComputer Science 1

4

CS 275Introduction to Database Systems and Modeling

4

CS 133JS & CS 275: See Footnote 4.

Footnotes

1 – Recommended that General Education requirements be completed prior to entering the program. WR 121Z, WR 227Z, and Human Relations may be taken any term

2 – MTH 111Z or higher is also accepted. Math must be completed by end of first year

3 – Other accepted combinations of Physics include:
PH 102 and PH 103
PH 201 and PH 202
PH 202 and PH 203
PH 211 and PH 212
PH 212 and PH 213
Note: LCC may not offer Physics online. To learn more and for alternative options, please check with your academic advisor

4 – CS 133JS has additional prerequisites that are not embedded into the program

Notes

  • To view all important info for all programs (grading, total credits, honors, etc.), visit the Programs of Study page.
  • All NRG courses are offered fully online.
  • Deviation from the prescribed course sequence will impact a student's ability to complete the program in a two year time frame. Please contact Program Coordinator and/or an academic advisor to determine prescribed course sequence.
  • For transfer opportunities and university partnerships, check with your academic advisor. There may be variations in courses needed.

Licensing and Certification

  • Association of Energy Engineers Certified Energy Manager In Training (EMIT).

Apprenticeship Option

The Building and Controls Apprenticeship (BECA) is a new Oregon State Bureau of Labor and Industries (BOLI) approved apprenticeship program. BECA consists of two required components:

  • Related Training: online instruction through the LCC Energy Management Building Controls Technician program which results in the above AAS degree.
  • On-the-job (OJT) work experience: 2,000 hours of work experience that begins after the first year of classroom instruction and is paid for by the Training Agent (employer). Advancement through the 2,000 hours includes incrementally increased compensation after each of four 500 hours of OJT.

Additionally, BECA recommends but does not require, that completers take a comprehensive cumulative exam administered by The Association of Energy Engineers (AEE). The AEE Certified Energy Manager (CEM) ANSI 17024 Accredited exam is the most sought-after credential in the Energy Efficiency industry. More information can be found on our website.