Lighting Classes at SMUD in Sacramento

Solar PV Technology and Valuation for Real Estate Pros
July 11, 2019 9:00am - 12:00pm
Category: Business, Renewable/Sustainable- Real estate appraisers and agents will develop skills to complete appraisals of solar-powered homes and represent the technology in sales accurately. Attendees will gain an understanding of solar PV technology, including cell, panel and array components and what to look for during inspections in this advanced class. They will learn about the electric power grid and CA utility rate structures. In-depth coverage of professional appraisal approaches to value, understanding and reporting market activity and essential questions to answer. Have questions? Contact us at etcmail@smud.org or 916-732-6738.

Title 24 CA Building Code Accessibility Seminar Series- Session 1: Parking
July 11, 2019 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Category: Business, Building Design/Performance- Each seminar will cover elements from the 2016 California Building Code and will be taught by Dawn Anderson, a licensed architect, CASp, ADA Coordinator, Inspector of Record and an experienced speaker. Each seminar must be registered for separately, and attendees must sign in and sign out of each seminar to receive a certificate of completion. Seminars meet the California Architects Board’s accessibility requirements for license renewal. Have questions? Contact us at etcmail@smud.org or 916-732-6738.

Easy Energy Efficiency Tips to Help You Save
July 13, 2019 9:30am - 10:30am
Category: Residential- Join SMUD experts as they explain easy ways to save energy and money while keeping your home comfortable. Learn about energy efficient technologies, simple ways you can lower your bill and SMUD programs that can help. Have questions? Contact us at etcmail@smud.org or 916-732-6738.

WELL AP Exam Prep
July 24, 2019 8:30am - 12:30pm
Category: Business, Building Design/Performance- This workshop is designed to prepare you to pass the WELL AP exam with confidence, earning the WELL Accredited Professional credential. The workshop will provide an in-depth review of the seven key concepts within the WELL Standards including air, water, nourishment, light, fitness, comfort and mind. We will review example scenarios from real world WELL projects to help you better understand and remember the material while giving you an opportunity to put the concepts to practice. This workshop concludes with an in-class practice exam that accurately reflect the types of questions you'll see on the test. Have questions? Contact us at etcmail@smud.org or 916-732-6738.

Make Your Own Electric Greeting Cards: Family-Friendly Class (ages 7+)
August 01, 2019 at 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM PT
Category: Residential- Put a little spark in your day and learn how to make electronic greeting cards with LED lights! Learn all about circuits, create your own sample circuit and apply what you learn to make your own electric greeting card. Have questions? Contact us at etcmail@smud.org or 916-732-6738.

Building a Solar Cooker: Family-Friendly Class Maker (ages 7+)
August 03, 2019 at 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM PT
Category: Residential- You’d be surprised how easy it is to prepare delicious food with only the power of the sun. Join us for this family friendly class in which we will explore the different types of solar cookers, share some of the best solar cooking recipes, and provide you materials to build your own solar cookers (limit 2 per family). Have questions? Contact us at etcmail@smud.org or 916-732-6738.

Solar Pet Robot: Family-Friendly Maker Class (Ages 8+)
August 07, 2019 at 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM PT
Category: Residential- Bring the kids to this family-friendly workshop where children and their accompanying guardian will build a solar powered pet bug using a solar robot kit provided by SMUD. Children must be accompanied by an adult and only one kit will be provided per family. This class is for children 8+ and kits will not be provided to adults. Have questions? Contact us at etcmail@smud.org or 916-732-6738.

Title 24 CA Building Code Accessibility Seminar Series- Session 2: Dwelling Units
August 08, 2019 at 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM PT
Category: Business, Building Design/Performance- Each seminar will cover elements from the 2016 California Building Code and will be taught by Dawn Anderson, a licensed architect, CASp, ADA Coordinator, Inspector of Record and an experienced speaker. Each seminar must be registered for separately, and attendees must sign in and sign out of each seminar to receive a certificate of completion. Seminars meet the California Architects Board’s accessibility requirements for license renewal. Have questions? Contact us at etcmail@smud.org or 916-732-6738.

Who Left the Lights on at the Zoo?: Family-Friendly Class (ages 7+)
August 17, 2019 at 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM PT
Category: Residential- We have a mystery we need your help in solving: Who keeps leaving the lights on at the zoo? Kids help solve the mystery with energy-related take-home crafts like solar bracelets and spectroscopes, all while learning about lighting and energy efficiency. This class is geared for ages 7-12 and children must be accompanied by an adult. Have questions? Contact us at etcmail@smud.org or 916-732-6738.

Lighting for Your Health
August 17, 2019 at 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM PT
Category: Residential Did you know that lighting can affect your sleep, mood and health? Held in partnership with the Sacrament Public Library, come learn simple, low-cost, energy efficient lighting tips designed to help you feel energized during the day and sleep better at night. Have questions? Contact us at etcmail@smud.org or 916-732-6738.

2019 Title 24 Highlights
August 22, 2019 at 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM PT
Category: Business, Building Design/Performance- California’s 2019 Title 24 Energy Standards are scheduled to take effect on January 1, 2020. Martyn Dodd will cover the numerous changes to the building envelope, use of LED lighting, updated power allowances, ventilation, HVAC and acceptance test requirements to help you prepare your designs for the future. Have questions? Contact us at etcmail@smud.org or 916-732-6738.

Is Solar Right for You?
August 22, 2019 at 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM PT
Category: Residential- If you’re thinking about going solar, let us help you make an informed decision. Attend this workshop to get expert advice from our Solar Specialist. We’ll help answer your questions about potential savings, system size and cost so you can decide if solar is the right choice for you. Have questions? Contact us at etcmail@smud.org or 916-732-6738.

How to Make a Solar Phone Charger: Family-Friendly Maker Class (ages 7+)
August 27, 2019 at 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM PT
Category: Residential- Power your devices by the sun! The whole family will enjoy this hands-on workshop where you will build a solar powered charger for use with batteries, phones and other small electronic devices. We’ll provide the materials, including a 2.5-watt solar panel. You bring your creativity to customize your charger with your own personal designs. One solar charger will be given per family (1-3 persons per family). Have questions? Contact us at etcmail@smud.org or 916-732-6738.

Lighting Education Series- Session 1: Lamps, Luminaires and LEDs
August 28, 2019 at 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM PT
Category: Business, Lighting- This six-class series will enhance your knowledge of lighting and will include design, technology, controls, retrofitting and more. A special certificate of completion will be awarded to those who complete all six sessions. Session 1: Lamps, Luminaires and LEDs Incumbent technology, LEDs, luminaire classifications, applications with a hands-on component. Have questions? Contact us at etcmail@smud.org or 916-732-6738.

Energy Efficiency in Pumping Systems: Hands-On Workshop
August 29, 2019 at 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM PT
Category: Business, Industrial/Manufacturing- Energy Engineer Barlas Demirciler, of Lincus is bringing you a hands-on opportunity to explore pumping systems with two centrifugal pumps connected with clear PVC pipes. Understand and practice measuring pressure and flow recorded through a data collection device that provides the Overall Plant Efficiency (OPE) for the pumping system to help demonstrate concepts such as head, pressure, power and flow. We’ll also review specific case studies so you have real-world examples to apply to your operations. Have questions? Contact us at etcmail@smud.org or 916-732-6738.