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Sustainable Systems Management (SSM) Courses

Academic Unit: Bioproducts & Biosyst Engineer

SSM 1004 - Sustainable Systems Management Orientation

(1 cr; Prereq-None; S-N only; offered Every Fall)

Students will receive an introduction to the Sustainable Systems Management Major. They will learn about internships in the field and about career paths that they may follow. There will also be presentations and assignments on preparing resumes and finding jobs in this area. Graduates and professionals in the related fields of sustainable systems will present for the class. Combining course work and field trips, this class will provide students with the opportunity to meet their fellow students and to form a cohort of students with similar interests and career aspirations.

SSM 2003 - Systems Thinking: Development and Applications in Sustainability

(3 cr; A-F only; offered Every Fall)

This course will provide introduction to basic systems thinking fundamentals: defining a systems perspective about any situation or problem, solving problems with that perspective, describing and modeling problems, and designing and improving upon system solutions.

SSM 3093 - Directed Study

(1 cr [max 4]; Prereq-department consent, instructor consent, no more than 6 credits of directed study counts towards CFANS major requirements. ; Student Option; offered Every Fall, Spring & Summer; may be repeated for 6 credits; may be repeated 6 times)

A course in which a student designs and carries out a directed study on selected topics or problems under the direction of a faculty member; eg, literature review. Directed study courses may be taken for variable credit and special permission is needed for enrollment. Students enrolling in a directed study will be required to use the University-wide on-line directed study contract process in order to enroll.

SSM 3094 - Directed Research

(1 cr [max 4]; Prereq-department consent, instructor consent, no more than 6 credits of directed research counts towards CFANS major requirements. ; Student Option; offered Every Fall, Spring & Summer; may be repeated for 6 credits; may be repeated 6 times)

An opportunity in which a student designs and carries out a directed research project under the direction of a faculty member. Directed research may be taken for variable credit and special permission is needed for enrollment.Students enrolling in a directed research will be required to use the University-wide on-line directed research contract process in order to enroll.

SSM 3301 - Global Water Resource Use and Sustainability [ENV]

(3 cr; Student Option; offered Every Fall & Spring)

What is the value of clean water? Explore the many facets of water, earth's most abundant resource. Ponder the value water for you, society, a region or nation; the complexities of ownership and protection; the influence of culture and traditions; and potential impacts of climate change. Consider realistic and holistic solutions to water issues.

SSM 3503 - Marketing of Bio-based Products

(4 cr; A-F or Audit; offered Every Fall)

Equivalent courses: was BBE 3503 until 08-SEP-15, was BP 3503 until 16-JAN-07

Intro to marketing function as it relates to current/emerging bio-based products industries (building materials, paper, fuels, etc.). Product positioning, pricing, promotion, and channel management within strategic planning and environmental marketing management.

SSM 3612 - Systems Approach to Building Science and Construction

(4 cr; Student Option; offered Every Fall)

Equivalent courses: was SSM 4413 until 06-SEP-22, was BBE 4413 until 05-SEP-17, was BP 4413 until 16-JAN-07, SSM 5612 (starting 04-SEP-18, was SSM 5413 until 06-SEP-22, was BBE 5413 until 05-SEP-17, was BP 5413 until 16-JAN-07)

Dynamic/interrelated issues of energy, moisture control, indoor air quality in residential bldgs. Design, construction, and operational aspects for energy efficient, durable structure/healthy living environment. Interaction between moisture and wood products within building system.

SSM 4407W - Sustainable Manufacturing Principles and Practices [WI]

(3 cr; A-F only; offered Every Fall)

Equivalent courses: was BBE 4407 until 08-SEP-15, was BP 4407 until 16-JAN-07, SSM 5407

In this course, students will learn about ways in which companies are embracing sustainability in their strategy and operations to increase growth and global competitiveness, including manufacturing processes for major sustainable products and biobased products. This includes processes and approaches for environmental mitigation and "green" manufacturing, reducing industrial waste and emissions, environmental footprint, and associated costs through more efficient manufacturing practices and incorporated bio-based product formulation. Students will acquire a working knowledge of management policies, tools, and techniques to improve operational and environmental performance.

SSM 4504W - Sustainable Products Systems Management [WI]

(3 cr; A-F only; offered Every Spring)

Equivalent courses: was BBE 4504W until 08-SEP-15, was BP 4504W until 16-JAN-07, SSM 5504 (starting 02-SEP-08, was BBE 5504 until 19-JAN-16, was BP 5504 until 16-JAN-07)

Concepts of new-product development and product management, their application to biobased products.

SSM 4506W - Sustainable Systems Management Capstone [WI]

(3 cr; Prereq-ESPM 3603 concurrent registration is required (or allowed) in Major seniors within two semesters of graduation.; A-F only; offered Every Spring)

This course provides students with an opportunity to conduct solutions-driven research in sustainable systems management. Students will work in groups on real-world problems that will require them to integrate the knowledge and skills they have developed in their previous coursework and internship experiences. Project topics will be solicited annually from industrial, corporate, governmental, and other external partners. All projects will require that students take an interdisciplinary systems thinking approach. Strong analytical and communicative skills will be emphasized and developed through iterative assignments. The course will be run by faculty teaching in the Sustainable Systems Management major.

SSM 4614 - Building Systems Performance: Testing & Diagnostics

(2 cr; Prereq-SSM 3612; Student Option; offered Spring Even Year)

Equivalent courses: was SSM 4416 until 17-JAN-23, was BBE 4416 until 05-SEP-17, was BP 4416 until 16-JAN-07, was WPS 4335 until 07-SEP-04, SSM 5614 (starting 16-JAN-18, was SSM 5416 until 06-SEP-22, was BBE 5416 until 05-SEP-17, was BP 5416 until 16-JAN-07)

Theoretical basis for performance testing. Diagnostics applications for residential structures. Existing structures, retrofit/remedial applications. Digital differential pressure gauges, blower doors, airflow hoods/grids, duct pressure testing, infrared thermography. Hands-on equipment use, problem solving.

SSM 4616 - Building Science I: Fundamentals

(4 cr; Prereq-SSM 3612/5612 & SSM 4614/5614 ; Student Option; offered Fall Even Year)

Equivalent courses: was SSM 4414 until 06-SEP-22, was BBE 4414 until 05-SEP-17, was BP 4414 until 16-JAN-07, was WPS 4334 until 07-SEP-04, was WPS 4334W until 21-JAN-03, was WPS 4334 until 05-SEP-00, SSM 5616 (starting 04-SEP-18, was SSM 5414 until 06-SEP-22, was BBE 5414 until 05-SEP-17, was BP 5414 until 16-JAN-07)

Theory, advanced applications for residential buildings. Focuses on heat/mass transfer.

SSM 4618 - Building Science II: Applications

(3 cr; Prereq-SSM 4616/SSM 5616 ; A-F or Audit; offered Spring Odd Year)

Equivalent courses: was SSM 4418 until 06-SEP-22, was BBE 4418 until 05-SEP-17, SSM 5618 (starting 22-JAN-19, was SSM 5418 until 06-SEP-22, was BBE 5418 until 05-SEP-17)

A capstone applications course, where students will learn how to apply key building science principles (from SSM 4616/5616 Building Science I: Fundamentals) to common building enclosure and mechanical system problems. Students will be guided to develop both qualitative and quantitative solutions for many common energy, moisture, and indoor air quality problems facing contemporary buildings.

SSM 5093 - Directed Study

(1 cr [max 4]; Prereq-department consent, instructor consent, no more than 6 credits of directed study counts towards CFANS major requirements. ; Student Option; offered Every Fall, Spring & Summer; may be repeated for 6 credits; may be repeated 6 times)

A course in which a student designs and carries out a directed study on selected topics or problems under the direction of a faculty member; eg, literature review. Directed study courses may be taken for variable credit and special permission is needed for enrollment. Students enrolling in a directed study will be required to use the University-wide on-line directed study contract process in order to enroll.

SSM 5094 - Directed Research

(1 cr [max 4]; Prereq-department consent, instructor consent, no more than 6 credits of directed research counts towards CFANS major requirements. ; Student Option; offered Every Fall, Spring & Summer; may be repeated for 6 credits; may be repeated 6 times)

An opportunity in which a student designs and carries out a directed research project under the direction of a faculty member. Directed research may be taken for variable credit and special permission is needed for enrollment.Students enrolling in a directed research will be required to use the University-wide on-line directed research contract process in order to enroll.

SSM 5407 - Sustainable Manufacturing Principles and Practices

(3 cr; A-F only; offered Every Fall)

Equivalent courses: was BBE 5407 until 08-SEP-15, was BP 5407 until 16-JAN-07, SSM 4407W

In this course, students will learn about ways in which companies are embracing sustainability in their strategy and operations to increase growth and global competitiveness, including manufacturing processes for major sustainable products and biobased products. This includes processes and approaches for environmental mitigation and "green" manufacturing, reducing industrial waste and emissions, environmental footprint, and associated costs through more efficient manufacturing practices and incorporating bio-based product formulation. Students will acquire a working knowledge of management policies, tools, and techniques to improve operational and environmental performance.

SSM 5503 - Marketing of Bio-based Products

(4 cr; A-F or Audit; offered Every Fall)

Equivalent courses: was BBE 5503 until 08-SEP-15, was BP 5503 until 16-JAN-07, SSM 3503 (ending 02-SEP-08, was BBE 3503 until 08-SEP-15, was BP 3503 until 16-JAN-07)

Introduction to marketing function as it relates to current/emerging bio-based products industries (building materials, paper, fuels, etc.). Product positioning, pricing, promotion, and channel management within strategic planning and environmental marketing management.

SSM 5504 - Sustainable Products Systems Management

(3 cr; A-F only; offered Every Spring)

Equivalent courses: was BBE 5504 until 19-JAN-16, was BP 5504 until 16-JAN-07, SSM 4504W (starting 02-SEP-08, was BBE 4504W until 08-SEP-15, was BP 4504W until 16-JAN-07)

Concepts of new product development and product management and their application to bio-based products.

SSM 5612 - Systems Approach to Building Science and Construction

(4 cr; Prereq-Graduate Student; Student Option; offered Every Fall)

Equivalent courses: was SSM 5413 until 06-SEP-22, was BBE 5413 until 05-SEP-17, was BP 5413 until 16-JAN-07, SSM 3612 (starting 04-SEP-18, was SSM 4413 until 06-SEP-22, was BBE 4413 until 05-SEP-17, was BP 4413 until 16-JAN-07)

Dynamic/interrelated issues of energy, moisture control, indoor air quality in residential bldgs. Emphasizes design, construction, and operational aspects to provide an energy efficient, durable structure, and healthy living environment. Interaction between moisture and wood products within building system.

SSM 5614 - Building Systems Performance: Testing & Diagnostics

(2 cr; Prereq-Grad student or instr consent; Student Option; offered Spring Even Year)

Equivalent courses: was SSM 5416 until 06-SEP-22, was BBE 5416 until 05-SEP-17, was BP 5416 until 16-JAN-07, SSM 4614 (starting 16-JAN-18, was SSM 4416 until 17-JAN-23, was BBE 4416 until 05-SEP-17, was BP 4416 until 16-JAN-07, was WPS 4335 until 07-SEP-04)

Theoretical basis for performance testing. Diagnostics applications for residential structures. Focuses on existing structures and retrofit/remedial applications. Digital differential pressure gauges, blower doors, airflow hoods/grids, duct pressure testing, infrared thermography. Hands-on sessions for equipment use, problem solving.

SSM 5616 - Building Science I: Fundamentals

(4 cr; Prereq-Grad student or instr consent; Student Option; offered Fall Even Year)

Equivalent courses: was SSM 5414 until 06-SEP-22, was BBE 5414 until 05-SEP-17, was BP 5414 until 16-JAN-07, SSM 4616 (starting 04-SEP-18, was SSM 4414 until 06-SEP-22, was BBE 4414 until 05-SEP-17, was BP 4414 until 16-JAN-07, was WPS 4334 until 07-SEP-04, was WPS 4334W until 21-JAN-03, was WPS 4334 until 05-SEP-00)

Building science theory, advanced applications for residential buildings. Focuses on heat/mass transfer.

SSM 5618 - Building Science II: Applications

(3 cr; Prereq-Graduate Student; A-F or Audit; offered Spring Odd Year)

Equivalent courses: was SSM 5418 until 06-SEP-22, was BBE 5418 until 05-SEP-17, SSM 4618 (starting 22-JAN-19, was SSM 4418 until 06-SEP-22, was BBE 4418 until 05-SEP-17)

This course is intended to be a capstone applications course, where students will learn how to apply key building science principles (from SSM 4616/5616 Building Science I: Fundamentals) to common building enclosure and mechanical system problems. Students will be guided to develop both qualitative and quantitative solutions for many common energy, moisture, and indoor air quality problems facing contemporary buildings.

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