Bachelor of Arts in Faith-Based Renewable Energy, Specialization in Sustainability Green Technology

Program Overview

Degree abbreviation

B.A. in Faith-Based Renewable Energy, Specialization in Sustainability Green Technology

Total program length

148 semester credit hours

Normal completion time

Four academic years

General education

36 credit hours

Faith-Based Renewable Energy and Sustainability core

91 credit hours

Professional application courses

15 credit hours

Capstone requirement

6 credit hours

The Bachelor in Renewable Energy with a Minor in Faith-Based Sustainability & Green Technology prepares students to address the challenges of the global energy crisis and environmental sustainability. Throughout this comprehensive program, students will gain knowledge in renewable energy technologies, policy frameworks, and sustainable practices rooted in ethical and faith-based perspectives. Hands-on learning, collaborative projects, and internships equip graduates with the skills necessary for careers in the fast-evolving green technology sector. By integrating moral responsibility with innovative solutions, this degree fosters environmental stewardship and prepares students to make a meaningful impact in their communities and industries. The program values interdisciplinary collaboration, ensuring graduates are well-prepared to lead advancements in sustainable energy and technology.

This program combines a rigorous foundation in general education with comprehensive study in faith-based renewable energy theory, sustainability ethics, green technology development, environmental research, resource management, and community-based ecological stewardship.

Florida's current standard establishes a minimum of 120 semester credits for a bachelor's degree and at least 30 general-education credits for a Bachelor of Arts. This curriculum exceeds the general-education minimum.

Program Details

• Total Credits: 148
• Duration: 4 years
• Degree Level: Bachelor

General education | 36 credit hours

• Faith-Based Renewable Energy and Sustainability core | 91 credit hours
• Professional application courses | 15 credit hours

Capstone requirement | 6 credit hours

• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• CHEM 101 | General Chemistry I | 3 | None
• COMM 101 | Public Speaking & Professional Communication | 3 | None
• ENGL 101 | College Writing I | 3 | None
• RENE 101 | Introduction to Renewable Energy Systems | 3 | None
• ENGL 102 | College Writing II | 3 | None
• CS 105 | Programming for Engineers (Python/Computing) | 3 | None
• CHEM 106 | General Chemistry I Laboratory | 2 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• ENGR 110 | Engineering Design Studio I (Lab) | 2 | None
• MATH 151 | Calculus I | 3 | None
• MATH 152 | Calculus II | 3 | None
• ECON 201 | Microeconomics | 3 | None
• FBST 201 | Biblical Foundations of Stewardship & Creation Care | 3 | None
• PHYS 201 | University Physics I (Mechanics) | 3 | None
• ECON 202 | Macroeconomics | 3 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• PHYS 202 | University Physics II (Electricity & Magnetism) | 3 | None
• PHYS 206 | University Physics I Laboratory | 2 | None
• EE 210 | Circuit Analysis & Electrical Networks | 3 | None
• ENGR 210 | Engineering Design Studio II (Lab) | 2 | None
• FBST 210 | Faith-Based Environmental Ethics & Social Responsibility | 3 | None
• HIST 210 | U.S. History / Civic Foundations | 3 | None
• STAT 210 | Probability & Statistics for Engineers | 3 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• EE 211 | Circuits Laboratory | 2 | None
• PHIL 220 | Ethics, Technology & Society | 3 | None
• RENE 220 | Energy Resources, Conversion & Efficiency | 3 | None
• ENGR 230 | Materials Science for Energy Systems | 3 | None
• ENGR 231 | Materials Science Laboratory | 2 | None
• ENGR 240 | Engineering Thermodynamics | 3 | None
• ENGR 241 | Thermodynamics Lab & Applications | 2 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• MATH 251 | Differential Equations | 3 | None
• RENE 301 | Energy Auditing & Building Performance | 3 | None
• ENGR 310 | Fluid Mechanics for Energy Applications | 3 | None
• FBST 310 | Sustainable Community Development & Poverty Solutions | 3 | None
• MGMT 310 | Project Management for Engineers | 3 | None
• EE 320 | Power Electronics for Renewable Systems | 3 | Basic understanding of electrical circuits and systems
• ENGR 320 | Heat Transfer | 3 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• FBST 320 | Green Technology, Innovation & Social Entrepreneurship | 3 | None
• EE 321 | Power Electronics Laboratory | 2 | None
• ENGR 321 | Heat Transfer Laboratory | 2 | None
• RENE 330 | Solar Photovoltaic Systems | 3 | None
• RENE 331 | Solar PV Laboratory & Design Tools | 2 | None
• RENE 340 | Wind Energy Systems | 3 | None
• RENE 341 | Wind Systems Laboratory & Field Methods | 2 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• RENE 350 | Biomass, Bioenergy & Waste-to-Energy | 3 | None
• RENE 360 | Energy Storage & Battery Systems | 3 | None
• RENE 365 | Hydrogen & Fuel Cell Technologies | 3 | None
• FBST 401 | Faith-Based Sustainability Practicum: Policy, Advocacy & Impact | 3 | None
• RENE 410 | Smart Grid, Microgrids & Grid Integration | 3 | None
• SCIE 410 | Research Methods & Technical Writing | 3 | None
• RENE 420 | Power Systems & Protection for Renewables | 3 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• RENE 430 | Energy Policy, Regulation & Utility Markets | 3 | None
• RENE 450 | Renewable Energy Capstone Design I | 3 | None
• RENE 451 | Renewable Energy Capstone Design II | 3 | None
• RENE 480 | Internship/Co-op in Renewable Energy | 3 | None

Career Opportunities

• Renewable Energy Consultant
• Sustainability Coordinator
• Environmental Policy Analyst
• Energy Systems Engineer
• Green Technology Project Manager
• Faith-Based Environmental Educator
• Solar Energy Specialist
• Climate Change Advocate

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 | B.A. in Faith-Based Renewable Energy, Specialization in Sustainability Green Technology
• Total program length | 148 semester credit hours
• Normal completion time | Four academic years