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NEW JERSEY’S GREEN PROGRAM OF STUDY:
SUSTAINABLE DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION AND ENERGY
March 2010
National Project -- NJ Goals
1. Meet emerging demands for green workforce2. Collaborate to develop a model that can be
shared statewide3. Test new CTE model -- “programs of study”
linking secondary/postsecondary education
The project is supported under the National Research Center for Career and Technical Education, PR/Award No.VO51A070003 administered by the Office of Vocational and Adult Education, U.S. Department of Education.
Development Team
State education and workforce officials
CTE educators
Community college representatives
Industry representatives
Green Program of Study Will Include:
Academic content Work-readiness and technical skills Job-specific skill development High school to college sequence Dual credit opportunities
Focus on the Energy Efficiency Sector
Linkages to existing collegiate programs and apprenticeships• Architecture/design• Engineering• Energy utility technicians• Building trades
Will incorporate “green” skills and knowledge
Sustainable Design, Construction and Energy
Three pathways have common foundations & broad applicability to the workforce Architecture/design Green construction Energy efficiency
Sustainable Architecture & Design
Careers in• Architecture• Engineering• Design• CAD/Drafting• Land-use planning• Public policy
Key industry partner: Green Building Council
Green Construction
Careers in:• Residential/commercial
construction• Project management• Energy efficiency• Trade specialties• Building safety and inspection
Key industry partner: NJ Building Trades Council
Energy Efficiency
Careers as:• Utility managers
• Energy auditors/raters
• Engineers
• Meter installation and
technicians
• Energy installation, repair & maintenance technicians
• IT/Computer specialists
Key industry partner: PSE&G
Foundational Content (Grades 9-12)
Academic content -- language arts, math, science, social studies
Sustainability, environmental science, energy efficiency, and renewable energy
Work readiness skills
Cross industry skills
Industry and Job-Specific Content
Industry-focused content for 3 pathways – design, construction, and energy
Non-duplicated sequence of courses/content delivered in:
• Grades 11-12
• Collegiate study
• Apprenticeship
Leads to industry certifications
Green Skills & Cross-Industry Knowledge
Workplace Competencies & 21st Century Skills
Academic Competencies
Personal Effectiveness
Sustainable Design Green Construction Energy EfficiencyJob requirements Job requirements Job requirements
Occupational Skills Occupational Skills Occupational Skills
Occupational Knowledge:ArchitectEngineerDesigner
Occupational Knowledge:TradesProject managerContractor
Occupational Knowledge:Utility technicianEngineerEnergy auditor
Design/Building Industry Knowledge
Construction Industry Knowledge
Energy Industry Knowledge
Next Steps
• Create industry advisory groups for each pathway
• Engage additional schools and colleges
• Identify course sequence and credentials for each pathway
• Identify linkages with existing/developing collegiate programs
• Train teachers
• Begin implementation in September 2011
Opportunities for Colleges
• A pipeline of well-prepared students
• Improved transition, retention & completion
• Reduced need for remediation
• Meets local and statewide economic needs
• Statewide articulation
• Strengthen apprenticeship pathway to college
Opportunities for School Districts
• Provides direction for adding/ upgrading “green” CTE programs
• Eliminates need to “reinvent the wheel”
• Can be customized for specific needs
• Improved student achievement
• Challenges CTE stereotypes
Opportunities for Students
• Prepared for college-level study
• Increased relevance, engagement & achievement
• College credit earned during high school
• Reduced college cost and time-to-degree
• Opportunities for work-based learning
• Increased readiness for work and career knowledge
Opportunities for Employers/Economy
• Supports growth of a green jobs economy
• Prepares a high-skill workforce
• Builds STEM pipeline
• Develops 21st century skills
• Reduces need for employer-sponsored basic skills training
State-Level Opportunities
• Quality program of study model
• Single approval process
• Raises the profile of CTE in New Jersey
• Will align to the Governor’s Energy Plan
More Information
Contacts:Judy Savage, Executive Director NJCCVTS609-392-6222 [email protected]
Marie Barry, Director of CTE, NJ Department of Ed.
