Taking the course of architectural optics as an example, combined with the preliminary course construction and research foundation of Chongqing University, the cultivation mode of green building innovative talents is discussed. Through the reform of teaching methods, the expansion of teaching mode and the optimization of evaluation methods, interdisciplinary integration and coordinated development are promoted, the production-teaching-research integration and school-enterprise cooperation platforms are established, the construction of experimental platform is strengthened, students’ practical ability is promoted, the discipline competition training guidance system is established, students’ comprehensive ability is enhanced, and an innovative talent training system is constructed. The research can realize the innovation of green building talent training mode, break discipline barriers and promote the integration of disciplines. It is of great significance to the cultivation of green building innovative talents.