Associate of Arts in Faith-Based Renewable Energy (Specialization in Sustainability, Green Technology)

Program Overview

Degree abbreviation

A.A. in Faith-Based Renewable Energy

Total program length

60 semester credit hours

Normal completion time

Two academic years

General education

18 credit hours

Faith-Based Renewable Energy core

30 credit hours

Professional application courses

9 credit hours

Capstone requirement

3 credit hours

The Associate of Arts in Faith-Based Renewable Energy is designed to bridge the gap between technical expertise in sustainable systems and the ethical imperatives of creation care. This interdisciplinary program provides students with a foundational understanding of green technologies, environmental policy, and the principles of stewardship that guide sustainable resource management in the modern world. Students engage with academic concepts in engineering, management, and social sciences while reflecting on the role of the individual in promoting environmental health and social equity. By integrating rigorous scientific inquiry with a commitment to service, the curriculum emphasizes that technical proficiency is most effective when guided by a strong sense of moral responsibility and community impact. The program encourages students to view technology as a tool for improving the quality of life, particularly in underserved communities, fostering a holistic approach to sustainable development.

The Associate of Arts in Faith-Based Renewable Energy program provides students with a comprehensive foundational study in sustainability and green technology, integrated within a faith-based educational framework. Students explore principles of human development, effective communication, and environmental ethics, while examining the intersection of community resources and sustainable service practices. By combining technical knowledge of renewable energy systems with an emphasis on stewardship and social responsibility, the curriculum prepares individuals to engage in restorative practices and resource management within diverse professional and community settings.

Program Details

• Total Credits: 60
• Duration: 2 years
• Degree Level: Associate

General education | 18 credit hours

• Faith-Based Renewable Energy core | 30 credit hours
• Professional application courses | 9 credit hours

Capstone: Stewardship Project

• 4
• RES301, MGT315
• EDU410
• Public Education and Outreach
• 3
• COM210
• BUS420
• Policy and Sustainability Governance
• 3
• BUS210
• SOC430
• Professionalism and Social Responsibility
• 3
• CHR101
• CAP490 — Capstone: Stewardship Project: The culminating project where students apply technical and management skills to a real-world energy sustainability challenge. This project integrates academic proficiency with a commitment to faith-informed community service. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• EDU410 — Public Education and Outreach: This course focuses on designing educational programs that inform community members about environmental health and sustainable living. It addresses strategies for teaching diverse audiences effectively. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• BUS420 — Policy and Sustainability Governance: A study of public and private policy frameworks that impact renewable energy implementation. Students examine regulatory compliance and the ethical implications of policy on marginalized populations. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• SOC430 — Professionalism and Social Responsibility: This course explores the intersection of individual career objectives and the social responsibilities of organizations within the public and private sectors. Students analyze professional development pathways that prioritize societal impact and community leadership. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.

Capstone requirement | 3 credit hours

• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• ENG101 | Academic Writing and Rhetoric | 3 | None
• BIO150 | Environmental Science Foundations | 4 | None
• MAT120 | Quantitative Reasoning for Science | 3 | None
• ENV101 | Principles of Environmental Conservation | 3 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• BUS210 | Sustainable Management Practices | 3 | None
• PHY205 | Introduction to Energy Systems | 4 | MAT120
• SOC220 | Social Justice and Community Engagement | 3 | None
• COM210 | Professional Communication and Advocacy | 3 | ENG101
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• RES301 | Renewable Energy Technologies | 4 | PHY205
• MGT315 | Nonprofit Resource Development | 3 | BUS210
• HIS305 | History of Environmental Thought | 3 | None
• COU302 | Leadership and Ethical Formation | 3 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• CAP490 | Capstone: Stewardship Project | 4 | RES301, MGT315
• EDU410 | Public Education and Outreach | 3 | COM210
• BUS420 | Policy and Sustainability Governance | 3 | BUS210
• SOC430 | Professionalism and Social Responsibility | 3 | CHR101

Career Opportunities

• Energy Efficiency Technician
• Sustainability Program Coordinator
• Nonprofit Facilities Manager
• Community Outreach Specialist
• Renewable Energy Project Administrator
• Environmental Compliance Liaison
• Sustainable Development Aide

Important Notices

• The program educates ethical professionals who demonstrate technical excellence, servant leadership, professional integrity, and a commitment to apply sound principles to advance faith-based organizations, strengthen communities, and contribute responsibly.
• HBIU is a lawfully operating nonpublic faith-based postsecondary institution that maintains its status under section 1005.06(1)(f), Florida Statutes. The University annually affirms its compliance with the requirements applicable to faith-based institutions in Florida through Commission for Independent Education.
• HBIU accreditation from QAHE (for quality assurance in pre-tertiary and higher education mechanisms). QAHE offers globally recognized accreditation and quality assurance for higher education, training providers, and professional institutions worldwide. Students should consider the nature and scope of this recognition in relation to their individual certification and professional goals.
• Transfer credit is evaluated individually based on course content, credit hours, grades, institutional documentation, program requirements, and applicable university policies. Although HBIU provides academically structured programs, no institution can guarantee that another college, university, employer, licensing board, or credential-evaluation service will accept its credits or credentials. Students are encouraged to obtain advance written confirmation from the intended receiving organization.
• The program develops academic knowledge and applied competencies for service in faith-based organizations, nonprofit institutions, community programs, and related professional environments. Some occupations associated with the subject area may be regulated by governmental or professional authorities. A degree from HBIU demonstrates completion of the University's academic requirements but does not, by itself, confer professional licensure or legal authority to perform regulated services.
• Where a program is related to an external certification, eligibility is determined exclusively by the applicable certifying organization. Certification bodies may establish additional requirements involving education, examinations, experience, background screening, continuing education, or membership. HBIU does not guarantee certification eligibility or examination approval unless a formal written agreement expressly provides otherwise.
• Career and occupational information is provided to help students make informed educational decisions. Employment outcomes depend on factors such as the graduate's experience, geographic location, professional qualifications, employer requirements, economic conditions, interviewing ability, and any applicable licensure or certification requirements. Completion of a program does not constitute a promise of employment, promotion, job placement, or a particular occupational title.
• This program is delivered through online instruction. Students must have access to the technology, equipment, internet service, software, and learning resources identified in the University's technology requirements.
• Internship or field-experience participation is subject to academic eligibility, site availability, supervisor approval, and the requirements of the participating organization. The University assists students with the placement process but cannot guarantee placement with a particular organization, supervisor, location, or schedule.
• Students are responsible for reviewing the catalog, understanding program requirements, providing accurate information, meeting academic and financial obligations, and verifying whether the program supports their intended educational or professional goals.
• Completion of a University program does not authorize a graduate to use a professional title that is protected or restricted by law. Graduates must use titles that accurately reflect their education, credentials, employment role, and current licensure or certification status.
• Degree abbreviation | A.A. in Faith-Based Renewable Energy
• Total program length | 60 semester credit hours
• Normal completion time | Two academic years