What is LEED?
In 1993, United States Green Building Council was formed. Looking at the amount of energy that buildings consume, it was soon realized that a system was required to define and measure 'green buildings'. This led to the birth of LEED- Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design
Who Should Attend?
Developers, Building Owners, Client Representative, Architects, Engineers, Contractors, Consultants, Environmental, Health and Safety Managers, Sustainability Managers& Facility Managers
LEED Green Associate Overview
The LEED Green Associate credential demonstrates a solid and current foundation in green building principles and practices. From marketers to lawyers, landscape architects to education professionals, and product manufacturers to policymakers, LEED Green Associates enjoy a broad understanding of sustainability that bolsters their careers and enhances their lives.
LLED AP Overview:
The LEED AP Building Design + Construction credential demonstrates advanced knowledge of green building practices with specialization in the Green Building Design + Construction LEED rating systems (New Construction, Schools and Core & Shell). This credential is designed for professionals with hands-on technical experience on a LEED® registered and/or certified project, includingarchitects,designers, engineers, designers, and building managers.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
- Understand the LEED NC scorecard, Manual and LEED Online well enough to take the LEEAP+ EXAM and know how to perform the role of a LEED Project Administrator
- Possess valuable tools for working on LEED projects, and resources that dig deeper into specific Sustainable Practices
- Have tools for working on LEED projects that foster team integration and asustainable designed construction process at every phase of a project
- Gain industry knowledge of what systems and products are available to help a project meet or exceed Green Building goals.
- Get a broader understanding of how the USGBC and LEED Rating Systems are affecting International, Federal, State and local building code.
COURSE OBJECTIVES
- Demonstrate knowledge of LEED Building Design and Construction (BD+C) credit intents and requirements;
- Identify and implement green design and building strategies for projects seeking LEED certification;
- Describe the process of submitting a project for BD+C certification; and Implement a plan to study for the LEED BD+C exam.
COURSE BENEFITS
Improve the likelihood of achieving the LEED AP BD+C credential on the first attempt. With a well-thought out course design and post-class study tools, many people find this an effective and efficient way to study. You will be actively learning the content you need to know, as well as testing yourself in advance of the exam. So take this course today and set yourself apart as a qualified specialist in the field of new construction green building.