Pratt Institute
EN-12: Continuing Education

Certificate Program in Sustainable Design (approved in 2017) Using an inter-disciplinary and collaborative approach, Pratt’s Sustainable Design Certificate program covers sustainable design processes, practices, and materials to address real-world challenges, while highly encouraging research and innovation. The program is based on whole systems thinking, engaging the design process with nature’s processes and designs in the context of societal systems. Hands-on studio practice combined with lectures, workshops and research, where students develop creative problem-solving skills to design challenges. Integration with the design and sustainability communities at Pratt provides students and alumni rich networking opportunities. Students have access to Pratt’s cutting edge sustainable design resources, such as Pratt’s Center for Sustainable Design Strategies, which houses a sustainable materials research center. The program is for all those engaged in the design industry, design education, or related professions, who seek to enhance their knowledge and skillset in sustainable design. Start the program in the fall, spring, or summer! CERTIFICATE REQUIREMENTS This certificate program requires the successful completion of 108 hours of study, corresponding to five core courses. CORE COURSES – PRATT BROOKLYN XCSI 318 Sustainable Design Foundation – Waivable upon portfolio approval XCSI 319 Sustainable Design Theory & Practice XCSI 320 Sustainable Processes and Materials XCSI 309 Biomimicry XCSI 311 Design for Environmental Quality NOTE: Also available in the Summer: Two-Week Summer Intensives XCSI 309 Biomimicry Intensive (Can replace the XCSI 309 Biomimicry Course) XCSI 311 Design for Environmental Quality Intensive (Can replace the XCSI 311 Design for Environmental Quality Course)