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Sustainable Entrepreneurship SENT.S.CRT

One-year Technical Certificate - 30 - 33 Credit Hours

Division: Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics
Department: Energy Management Technology
Effective as of Fall 2025

What is the program about?

This interdisciplinary program combines built environment sustainability concepts with entrepreneurial skills to empower students to launch and manage sustainable business ventures. Students will explore topics such as renewable energy, sustainable design, ethical supply chains, green marketing, and environmental policy, alongside foundational business skills like finance, marketing, and innovation.

Program Outcomes

  • Design a comprehensive business plan for a sustainability-focused enterprise.
  • Understand and apply the principles of built environment sustainability to business operations and decision-making.
  • Develop innovative business models that address built environment sustainability challenges.
  • Analyze market opportunities for sustainable products, services, and technologies.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of this program can pursue roles such as building sustainability analyst, sustainability consultant, energy efficiency entrepreneur, renewable energy entrepreneur, etc.

Transferability

We will explore potential transfer pathways to the University of Dayton through their ITAC program as well as to various sustainability degrees managed by the Hanley Sustainability Institute. The University of Dayton is a subawardee for the Sinclair ITAC, providing technical support and participating in our Advisory Board.

Credentials

FAA Part 107 license for drone pilot.

Curriculum

Course Title Credits
AVT 1103 Remote Pilot Ground School 1
CAT 1161 Introduction to the Built Environment 3
EGV 1101 Alternate & Renewable Energy Sources 3
EGV 2351 LEED Green Associate Exam Preparation 2
EGV 1251 Introduction to Energy Management Principles 3
EGV 1301 Architectural Energy Analysis 2
EGV 2700 Energy Management Technology Internship 1 - 4
EGV 1401 Weatherization & Building Performance Training 3
ENT 2140 Small Business Finance 3
ENT 2160 Business Plan Development 3
MAN 1107 Foundations of Business 3
MRK 2220 Small Business Marketing 3
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Program Accreditation Information

None

This information is for planning purposes only. Sinclair College will make every effort to offer curriculum listed above but reserves the right to change, add and cancel curriculum offerings for unforeseen circumstances.