Green Design: Introduction to Sustainability and Measurement Systems (Based on LEED v4)

In this course, we will discuss the concept of sustainability and the need for ways to measure the sustainability of a building design. In addition, we will describe the U.S. Green Building Council’s (USGBC) Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED®) Version 4 for Building Design and Construction (BD+C), Neighborhood Development (ND), Homes (H), Building Operation and Maintenance (O&M), and Interior Design and Construction (ID+C) rating systems and the goals each strives to achieve. We will also outline for a prospective candidate the process of becoming a LEED Accredited Professional and lastly we’ll compare other rating systems to the USGBC system.

NOTE: Discounts will be taken at time of checkout.