GREEN AND ECOLOGİCAL BUİLDİNG TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM
The Green and Ecological Building Technology Program was established in 2025 within the Niğde Ömer Halisdemir University, Vocational School of Technical Sciences. Today, green building practices are of critical importance not only for environmental sustainability but also for economic savings, user health, and the creation of climate-resilient cities. Within the program, students specialize in areas such as ecological design principles, energy efficiency, sustainable material use, green building certification systems, and reducing environmental impacts. The program not only provides technical knowledge but also offers a comprehensive educational process that enables students to become professionals who can think analytically, question, and produce innovative solutions. The learning process is supported not only by classroom-based theoretical courses but also by laboratory studies, software applications, fieldwork, and project development.
At Niğde Ömer Halisdemir University, students may be exempt from certain courses in accordance with the Associate and Undergraduate Education-Instruction and Examination Regulations of the university. In order to be exempt, students must apply for course exemption within the specified deadlines and obtain approval from the vocational school administrative board.
Examinations at Niğde Ömer Halisdemir University are conducted in accordance with the Associate and Undergraduate Education-Instruction and Examination Regulations, and are organized within the framework of the Bologna process to ensure compatibility with student workload.
Purpose
The Green and Ecological Building Technology Program is a two-year higher education program designed to train qualified technicians with technical knowledge and environmental awareness, capable of taking part in the design, construction, and supervision processes of environmentally friendly, energy-efficient, and sustainable buildings.
Objective
Within the scope of the program, subjects such as green building design, energy efficiency, environmental impact assessment, building materials, sustainability principles, climate control systems, renewable energy resources, building automation systems, architectural drawing, and construction technologies are covered both theoretically and practically. Students are equipped with technical knowledge and skills in line with current environmental standards in the construction sector. The program aims to train intermediate staff who can offer innovative solutions with the goal of minimizing environmental impacts in the building sector.
Level – Turkish Higher Education Qualifications Framework (TYYÇ) and Degree Awarded
The Green and Ecological Building Technology Program is a two-year associate degree program consisting of 120 ECTS credits. In order to graduate, students must successfully complete all courses in the program (a total of 120 ECTS) and achieve a minimum cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of 2.00 out of 4.00. Graduates who successfully complete the program are awarded an Associate Degree Diploma in Green and Ecological Building Technology.
The program meets the ECTS credit requirements and level qualifications defined for the “First Cycle” in the Qualifications Framework in the European Higher Education Area (QF-EHEA) within the Bologna Process, as well as the “Level 5” qualifications defined in the Turkish Higher Education Qualifications Framework (TYYÇ). At the same time, it also fulfills the “Level 5” qualifications specified in the European Qualifications Framework for Lifelong Learning (EQF-LLL).
Duration of Study
The Green and Ecological Building Technology Program is a two-year associate degree program. The language of instruction is Turkish. During the program, students receive both theoretical and practical training, and they enhance their professional experience through sector-oriented internships.
Admission Requirements
Applicants who wish to enroll in the Green and Ecological Building Technology Program at Niğde Vocational School of Technical Sciences must achieve a sufficient score in the YKS (TYT) exam. International students are admitted to the program based on the evaluation of their direct applications to the university. Candidates interested in the program are expected to possess a strong sense of environmental awareness, responsibility, problem-solving skills, effective communication abilities, and adherence to professional ethics. For more details, please refer to the Undergraduate and Associate Degree Admission and Registration Procedures section under the Institutional Information menu.
For further information, please contact the International Relations Office of Niğde Ömer Halisdemir University.
Contact
International Relations Office
Niğde Ömer Halisdemir University, Campus, Bor Yolu, Niğde, TURKEY
Tel: +90 388 225 21 48
Fax: +90 388 225 23 85
E-mail: erasmus@ohu.edu.tr
Web: http://www.ohu.edu.tr/uluslararasi/index.php
Recognition of Prior Learning
Niğde Ömer Halisdemir University, in line with the principle of lifelong learning, recognizes courses previously taken at another institution. If the learning outcomes of these courses are compatible with those of the enrolled program at Niğde Ömer Halisdemir University, students may be exempted from the corresponding graduation credits. The compatibility of learning outcomes and exemption decisions are determined by the Vocational School Board in accordance with the relevant laws and regulations.
Program Profile
The Green and Ecological Building Technology Program is a two-year program designed to train qualified technical staff who will take part in the design, implementation, and supervision of environmentally friendly building systems based on sustainability and energy efficiency.
Today, the rapid depletion of natural resources, climate change, and environmental problems have highlighted the necessity of environmentally conscious, energy-efficient, and sustainable buildings in the construction sector. In this context, Green and Ecological Building Technology is an important professional field that ensures modern construction progresses without harming the environment.
Teaching and Learning Methods
The weekly course schedule has been designed to keep pace with evolving technologies and to ensure its relevance in the professional field. In this process, the opinions of employers and the demands of graduates currently working in the sector have been taken into consideration. The data obtained have been used as an important reference for maintaining the validity and currency of the weekly course schedule.
Examples of Teaching and Learning Methods Used
· Lecture & In-Class Activities
· Group Work
· Reading Assignments
· Homework
· Project Preparation
· Seminar
· Internship
· Technical Visit / Field Trip
· Web-Based Learning
· Practical Application
· On-Site Practice
· Professional Activity
· Social Activity
· Field Study
Examples of Occupational Profiles of Graduates
Graduates of the Green and Ecological Building Technology Program can work in a wide range of fields such as:
· Construction companies
· Architecture and engineering offices
· Municipalities and public institutions
· Governmental organizations related to environment and urban planning
· Green building consultancy firms
· Energy efficiency and auditing companies
They can be employed under titles such as green building technician, field technician, or assistant energy efficiency specialist.
Qualification Criteria & Regulations
To successfully graduate from the Associate Degree Program in Green and Ecological Building Technology and gain qualification in this field, students must:
- Successfully complete all courses in the curriculum with a total of 120 ECTS credits,
- Achieve a minimum cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of 2.00 out of 4.00,
- Complete a summer internship of 40 working days (equivalent to 10 ECTS credits).
For more detailed information, please refer to the “Niğde Ömer Halisdemir University Associate and Undergraduate Education, Teaching and Examination Regulations.”
Opportunities for Academic Advancement
Graduates of the Associate Degree Program in Green and Ecological Building Technology may continue their education in related undergraduate programs in engineering and architecture by taking the Vertical Transfer Examination (DGS), which is administered annually by the Student Selection and Placement Center.
Examination Regulations, Assessment, and Grading System
The methods used to evaluate whether the intended program learning outcomes of the Green and Ecological Building Technology Program have been achieved are specified below.
The learning outcomes related to individual course units, as well as their contribution to the final grade, are presented in the course description section of the program.
· Midterm Examination
· Final Examination
· Make-up Examination
· Practical Application / Practice Assessment
· Assignment Evaluation
· Report Presentation
· Computer-Based Presentation
· Document Submission
Examinations
The success of students in achieving the intended learning outcomes of each course unit within the Green and Ecological Building Technology Program curriculum is assessed through in-term activities and final examinations conducted at the end of each semester.
The assessment of in-term activities includes, as required by the regulations for associate degree programs, at least one midterm examination, one assignment, and one quiz as mandatory evaluation methods.
Programs are encouraged to define additional assessment methods in in-term activities when necessary to better measure the achievement of program and course-level learning outcomes in line with their educational objectives and goals.
For each course, the type and number of assessment methods, as well as their weightings in the final grade, are provided under the “Assessment and Evaluation” section of the course descriptions.
In determining the final course grade, the contribution of in-term activities may constitute a maximum of 40%, while the final examination must account for at least 40% and at most 60%, as stipulated by the university regulations applicable to all undergraduate programs.
Courses such as internships or work placements, which do not require a midterm exam, assignment, quiz, and/or final examination, are determined by the respective department administrations. The specific assessment and grading methods for these courses are announced through the channels described above. The evaluation of such activities is carried out in accordance with the principles established by the University Senate and is graded on a Pass/Fail basis.
Assessment
A student’s performance in each course is evaluated by the course instructor for every assessment component defined for that course (in-term activities and final exam).
Assessment is carried out on a 100-point scale. At the end of the semester, these scores are converted to letter grades using a relative (norm-referenced / curved) grading method determined by the University Senate, taking into account the class mean and standard deviation.
For more detailed information, please visit the “Grade Evaluation” section.
Graduation Requirements
To graduate from the Green and Ecological Building Technology Program, a student must meet the following conditions:
· Successfully complete all courses in the curriculum with a total of 120 ECTS credits,
· Achieve a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.00 out of 4.00,
· Complete a summer internship of 40 working days (equivalent to 10 ECTS credits).
For detailed information, please refer to the “Niğde Ömer Halisdemir University Associate and Undergraduate Education, Teaching and Examination Regulations.”
Type of Instruction
The Associate Degree Program in Green and Ecological Building Technology at Niğde Ömer Halisdemir University is offered as a full-time, on-campus program.