Engineering, Construction, HVAC and LEED

Learn the latest developments and trends in construction management, LEED and green building. Take an online program in integrated circuit design that offers an optional Mandarin soundtrack. Find out about HVAC and facilities management. Enroll in the courses you need to prepare for state licensing examinations. Instructors who are engineers, architects, lawyers, building contractors and other experts ensure your education is professionally relevant and academically strong. Courses are held in Berkeley, San Francisco, Belmont and online. Learn more at a free information session.

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Professional Certificates (What is a professional certificate?)

Construction Management (EDP 302448)

This certificate provides thorough, up-to-date preparation for effectiveness and leadership in the field of construction management, which includes green building for residential and commercial projects. Learn more.

HVAC (EDP 302117)

Take a coherent approach to acquiring in-depth technical understanding of the principles and applications you need to design new HVAC systems and retrofit existing systems to meet energy conservation standards. Learn more.

Integrated Circuit Design and Techniques (EDP 302861) Available Online Only!

To master state-of-the-art circuit design, you need a comprehensive understanding of key semiconductor characteristics, including how to model semiconductor devices and how to design analog, digital and mixed-signal integrated circuits (IC). This certificate offers an optional Mandarin soundtrack. Learn more.

Specialized Programs of Study (What is a specialized program of study?)

Facilities Management (EDP 302927)

Gain the knowledge, tools and skills needed for successful facilities management, along with a thorough understanding of and practical experience in the critical business decision-making process of the facility manager. Learn more.

Smart Grid Technology (EDP 312059)

This entry-level program provides a solid foundation in smart grid technology (SGT), including a technical overview of networking, electrical engineering, and power transmission and distribution. Learn more.

Learn more about all of UC Berkeley Extension's professional certificates and specialized programs of study.

Information Sessions

Find out how to be your best. Come to a free information session to discover how UC Berkeley Extension can help you achieve your goals. Learn more about courses and programs, meet other prospective students, talk to instructors and staff and ask questions.

Enroll in a free information session, or call (510) 642-4111 to reserve your space.

Events, Programs and Resources

USGBC Education Provider

UC Berkeley Extension is an official Education Provider of the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), the nonprofit organization that developed the LEED^® (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Green Building Rating System. Several of Extension's advanced courses are USGBC-approved to offer Green Building Certification Institute (GBCI) continuing education credit.

Contact

To contact the department office, send an email to course@unex.berkeley.edu or call (510) 642-4151.