Bachelor of Science in Faith-Based Renewable Energy, Specialization in Sustainable Green Technology

Program Overview

Degree abbreviation

B.S. in Faith-Based Renewable Energy

Total program length

120 semester credit hours

Normal completion time

Four academic years

General education

36 credit hours

Faith-Based Renewable Energy core

63 credit hours

Professional application courses

15 credit hours

Capstone requirement

6 credit hours

The Bachelor of Science in Faith-Based Renewable Energy, Specialization in Sustainable Green Technology, provides a rigorous interdisciplinary education at the intersection of environmental stewardship and ethical responsibility. Students engage with the technical foundations of renewable energy systems, including solar, wind, and geothermal technologies, while grounding their professional practice in a framework of sustainability and servant leadership. By integrating advanced engineering concepts with a commitment to the preservation of natural resources, the program prepares graduates to address complex energy challenges through a lens of integrity and responsible resource management. The curriculum emphasizes the application of technical expertise in diverse contexts, encouraging students to act as conscientious stewards of the environment. Through a combination of rigorous scientific analysis and ethical exploration, learners are equipped to develop technological solutions that honor both societal needs and the long-term well-being of the global community. The program fosters critical thinking and a commitment to serving the common good through professional excellence and character-driven work.

The Bachelor of Science in Faith-Based Renewable Energy, Specialization in Sustainable Green Technology combines a robust general education foundation with comprehensive study in environmental theory, stewardship ethics, sustainable systems, renewable resource management, community-based energy initiatives, and technical research applications.

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 Science. This curriculum exceeds the general-education minimum.

Program Details

• Total Credits: 120
• Duration: 4 years
• Degree Level: Bachelor

General education | 36 credit hours

• Faith-Based Renewable Energy core | 63 credit hours
• Professional application courses | 15 credit hours

Capstone Proposal Development

• 3
• RES400
• ENE410 — Sustainable Urban Planning: Evaluates smart grid technology and sustainable planning at the community level. Focuses on social and physical integrationThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
• ENE420 — Technological Ethics and Safety: Discusses safety protocols and the ethical implications of emerging green tech. Emphasizes the duty of care in engineeringThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
• MGT450 — Leadership in Sustainable Organizations: Examines models of organizational leadership that prioritize social and environmental goals. Focuses on servant leadershipThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..
• ENE450 — Capstone Proposal Development: Requires the design of a project proposal, feasibility study, and literature review. Serves as the foundation for the final projectThis course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions..

Capstone requirement | 6 credit hours

• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• ENG101 | Academic Writing and Rhetoric | 3 | None
• MAT150 | Calculus I | 4 | High school pre-calculus
• BIO120 | Environmental Biology | 4 | None
• PHI101 | Introduction to Applied Ethics | 3 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• ENG102 | Research and Critical Inquiry | 3 | ENG101
• MAT151 | Calculus II | 4 | MAT150
• PHY201 | Physics for Engineers I | 4 | MAT150
• SOC210 | Social Institutions and Community | 3 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• PHY202 | Physics for Engineers II | 4 | PHY201
• ENE200 | Introduction to Energy Systems | 3 | PHY201
• BUS205 | Business Ethics and Stewardship | 3 | THE101
• MAT220 | Statistics for Science | 3 | MAT151
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• ENE250 | Solar and Wind Technology | 4 | ENE200
• CHE110 | Chemistry for Sustainability | 4 | None
• HIS300 | History of Technology and Society | 3 | None
• COM305 | Professional Communication | 3 | ENG102
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• ENE310 | Energy Storage and Management | 3 | ENE250
• ENE320 | Geothermal and Hydroelectric Energy | 3 | ENE200
• EDU350 | Community Outreach and Advocacy | 3 | SOC210
• BUS310 | Project Management in Engineering | 3 | BUS205
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• ENE350 | Green Building Design | 3 | ENE250
• RES400 | Research Methods for Engineering | 3 | MAT220
• PHI330 | Environmental Philosophy and Policy | 3 | THE101
• ENE390 | Advanced Thermodynamics | 4 | PHY202
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• ENE410 | Sustainable Urban Planning | 3 | ENE350
• ENE420 | Technological Ethics and Safety | 3 | BUS205
• MGT450 | Leadership in Sustainable Organizations | 3 | BUS310
• ENE450 | Capstone Proposal Development | 3 | RES400
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• CAP490 | Senior Capstone Project | 4 | ENE450
• ENE480 | Current Topics in Green Tech | 3 | ENE310
• HUM400 | Humanities and Global Perspectives | 3 | None
• ENE495 | Engineering Internship Seminar | 3 | Senior standing

Career Opportunities

• Renewable Energy Project Manager
• Sustainability Consultant
• Solar Systems Design Engineer
• Energy Policy Analyst
• Community Development Coordinator
• Environmental Resource Technician
• Green Technology Researcher
• Non-profit Energy Outreach Specialist

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.S. in Faith-Based Renewable Energy
• Total program length | 120 semester credit hours
• Normal completion time | Four academic years