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LEED Green Associate

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Course Overview

The LEED Green Associate training class has been designed based on the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) guidelines and principles. This course will provide individuals with the knowledge, skills, and accreditation preparation needed to begin their journey into the green building industry.
Being a LEED Green Associate means that you’re an experienced professional trained to be a part in the green building movement. Every day there is an increase in the need for green building experts, LEED professional credential is not only the way to re shape your actual career, but also means that you can be a part and coordinate LEED project teams and sustainability-focused organizations by dominating the LEED Language.
LEED Green Associates are professionals with a general understanding of the most current green building principles and practices.
The LEED Green Associate credential demonstrates your skills in sustainable Design and Construction.

Key Takeaways

1
Recall the key concepts, principles, and strategies of sustainable design and development
2
Analyze the environmental impacts of various building materials, systems, and operations
3
Evaluate the costs and benefits of sustainable building practices and technologies
4
Apply LEED rating systems and tools to assess and certify the sustainability performance of buildings
5
Synthesize the interrelationships between building design, operations, and occupant health, comfort, and productivity

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Course Outline

Day 1: Introduction to LEED
LEED V4 Core Concepts and Themes

•Global Climate Change
•Impact Categories
•Life-Cycle Costing
•Cost of Green Building
•Regenerative Building
•What is LEED?
•Integrative Process
•LEED Credits

Location and Transportation

•LEED for Neighborhood Development Location
•Sensitive Land Protection
•High Priority Site
•Surrounding Density and Diverse Uses
•Access to Quality Transit
•Bicycle Facilities
•Reduced Parking Footprint
•Green Vehicles

Sustainable Sites

•Construction Activity Pollution Prevention
•Site Assessment
•Site Development - Protect or Restore Habitat
•Open Space
•Rainwater Management
•Heat Island Reduction
•Light Pollution Reduction

Day 2: Sustainable Water and Energy Practices
Water Efficiency

•Outdoor Water Use Reduction
•Indoor Water Use Reduction
•Building-Level Water Metering
•Outdoor Water Use Reduction
•Indoor Water Use Reduction
•Cooling Tower Water Use
•Water Metering

Energy and Atmosphere

•Fundamental Commissioning and Verification
•Minimum Energy Performance
•Building-Level Energy Metering
•Fundamental Refrigerant Management
•Enhanced Commissioning
•Optimize Energy Performance
•Advanced Energy Metering
•Demand Response
•Renewable Energy Production
•Enhanced Refrigerant Management
•Green Power and Carbon Offsets

Day 3: Comprehensive Sustainable Building Practices
Materials and Resources

•Storage and Collection of Recyclables
•Construction and Demolition Waste Management Planning
•Building Life-Cycle Impact Reduction
•Building Product Disclosure and Optimization - Environmental Product
•Declarations
•Building Product Disclosure and Optimization - Sourcing of Raw Materials
•Building Product Disclosure and Optimization - Material Ingredients
•Construction and Demolition Waste Management

Indoor Environmental Quality

•Minimum Indoor Air Quality Performance
•Environmental Tobacco Smoke Control
•Enhanced Indoor Air Quality Strategies
•Low-Emitting Materials
•Construction Indoor Air Quality Management Plan
•Indoor Air Quality Assessment
•Thermal Comfort
•Interior Lighting
•Daylight
•Quality Views
•Acoustic Performance

Innovation

•Innovation
•LEED Accredited Professional

Regional Priority

•Regional Priority: Specific Credit

Who Should Attend?

This highly practical and interactive course has been specifically designed for

The LEED Green Associate credential tells the world that you are trained professional in the design and construction of green buildings. Green building professionals design, construct, and optimize new buildings to LEED standards and are active project participants

Architects

Mechanical Engineers

Civil and Electrical Engineers

Building Operating Staff

Energy Managers

Interior Designers

Environmental Scientists

Urban Planners

Building Product Manufacturers

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FAQ

What language will the course be taught in and what level of English do I need to take part in an LEORON training program?
Most of our public courses are delivered in English language. You need to be proficient in English to be able to fully participate in the workshop and network with other delegates. For in-house courses we have the capability to train in Arabic, Dutch, German and Portuguese.
Are LEORON Public courses certified by an official body/organization?
LEORON Institute partners with 20+ international bodies and associations.We also award continuing professional development credits (CPE/PDUs) for:1. NASBA (National Association of State Boards of Accountancy) 2. Project Management Institute PDUs 3. CISI credits 4. GARP credits 5. HRCI recertification credits 6. SHRM recertification credits
What is the deadline for registering to a public course?
The deadline to register for a public course is 14 days before the course starts. Kindly note that occasionally we do accept late registrations as well, but this needs to be confirmed with the project manager of the training program or with our registration desk that can be reached at +1071 4 1075 5711 or [email protected].
What does the course fee cover?
The course fee covers a premium training experience in a 5-star hotel, learning materials, lunches & refreshments, and for some courses, the certification fee and membership with the accrediting bodies.
Does LEORON give discounts?
Yes, we can provide discounts for group bookings. If you would like to discuss a discount on a corporate level, we will be happy to talk to you.

Reviews

  • Review:
    Perfection is reached in this training. Thanks LEORON. Special thanks to Mr. Onell, and to Miss Teodora.
    Alaa Mahrus
    ELM Company
  • Review:
    It was a pleasure to be taught and educated in LEED Green Buildings by LEORON , I feel I have learned so much over the past few days, it will be knowledge that I will practice, hone, and carry with me for the rest of my life. This course and your methods of teaching have changed the way I observe the world, I look at everything differently after taking this training. Energy Saving, Enviromental Protection and promoting the quality of life are the new three elements that I gained from the training and will carry with me in business and life.
    Hussain Al Bazroon
    Alstom Transport – Riyadh Metro