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This course provides a comprehensive understanding of the LEED V4 standards for Building Design and Construction (BD+C). Participants will explore the principles and practices of sustainable building, focusing on the criteria required for LEED certification. The course covers a range of topics including site sustainability, water efficiency, energy and atmosphere, materials and resources, indoor environmental quality, and the innovation in design process. With a mix of theoretical knowledge and practical applications, learners will gain the skills needed to design and construct high-performance green buildings. By the end of this course, participants will be prepared to contribute to and lead LEED certification projects.
This course delves into the intricacies of the LEED V4 standards, focusing on Building Design and Construction (BD+C). Participants will engage with detailed modules covering site sustainability, water and energy efficiency, materials selection, and indoor environmental quality. The course emphasizes both theoretical understanding and practical application, ensuring that learners can apply LEED principles to real-world projects. Interactive sessions, case studies, and practical assignments will enhance your learning experience, making you proficient in leading LEED certification initiatives. This course is essential for those looking to advance their career in sustainable building and construction.
This course is designed for architects, engineers, construction managers, and sustainability consultants. It is also beneficial for real estate developers and professionals involved in green building projects who wish to deepen their knowledge of LEED V4 standards.
Completing this course opens opportunities in green building consulting, sustainable design, project management, and environmental engineering. You’ll be equipped to lead LEED certification projects and advance in roles focused on sustainable development and construction.
| Unit 01: Introduction | |||
| Introduction | 00:01:00 | ||
| Getting Started | 00:04:00 | ||
| Minimum Program Requirements | 00:07:00 | ||
| Rating System Selection | 00:07:00 | ||
| Unit 02: Integrative Process | |||
| Integrative Process | 00:04:00 | ||
| Integrative Project Planning and Design | 00:02:00 | ||
| Unit 03: Location & Transportation | |||
| Overview | 00:02:00 | ||
| Neigbourhoud Development | 00:03:00 | ||
| Sensitive Land | 00:02:00 | ||
| Surrounding Density & Diverse Uses | 00:07:00 | ||
| High Priority Site | 00:02:00 | ||
| Access to Quality Transit | 00:06:00 | ||
| Bicycle Facilities | 00:06:00 | ||
| Reduced Parking Footprint | 00:04:00 | ||
| Green Vehicles | 00:04:00 | ||
| Unit 04: Sustainable Sites | |||
| Overview | 00:01:00 | ||
| Construction Activity Pollution Prevention | 00:03:00 | ||
| Environmental Site Assessment | 00:03:00 | ||
| Restore or Protect Habitat | 00:04:00 | ||
| Open Space | 00:03:00 | ||
| Rainwater Management | 00:03:00 | ||
| Heat Island Reduction00 | 00:04:00 | ||
| Light Pollution Reduction | 00:05:00 | ||
| Site Master Plan | 00:02:00 | ||
| Tenant Design and Construction Guidelines | 00:02:00 | ||
| Places of Respite | 00:03:00 | ||
| Direct Exterior Access | 00:02:00 | ||
| Joint Use Facilities | 00:03:00 | ||
| Unit 05: Water Efficiency | |||
| Overview | 00:01:00 | ||
| Prereq Outdoor Water Use | 00:03:00 | ||
| Prereq Indoor Water Use | 00:04:00 | ||
| Prereq Building Water Metering | 00:02:00 | ||
| Credit Outdoor Water Use00 | 00:02:00 | ||
| Credit Indoor Water Use | 00:03:00 | ||
| Cooling Tower Water use | 00:03:00 | ||
| Building Water Metering Credit | 00:02:00 | ||
| Unit 06: Energy & Atmosphere | |||
| Overview | 00:02:00 | ||
| Fundamental Commissioning & Verification | 00:04:00 | ||
| Minimum Energy Performance | 00:04:00 | ||
| Prereq Building Level Energy Metering | 00:02:00 | ||
| Fundamental Refrigerant Management | 00:02:00 | ||
| Enhanced Commissioning | 00:05:00 | ||
| Minimum Energy Performance | 00:05:00 | ||
| Advanced Energy Metering | 00:02:00 | ||
| Demand Response | 00:03:00 | ||
| Renewable Energy Production | 00:02:00 | ||
| Enhanced Refrigerant Management | 00:03:00 | ||
| Green Powerand Carbon Offsets | 00:02:00 | ||
| Unit 07: Materials & Resources | |||
| Overview | 00:02:00 | ||
| Storage and Collection of Recyclables | 00:03:00 | ||
| Construction and Demolition Waste Management Planning | 00:02:00 | ||
| Preq PBT Source Reduction – Mercury | 00:03:00 | ||
| Building Life Cycle Impact Reduction | 00:05:00 | ||
| BPDO Environmental Product Declaration | 00:04:00 | ||
| BPDO Sourcing of Raw Materials (2020 Update Web) | 00:03:00 | ||
| BPDO Material Ingredients | 00:05:00 | ||
| PBT Source Reduction – Mercury Credit | 00:02:00 | ||
| PBT Source Reduction – Lead Cadmium Copper | 00:03:00 | ||
| Furniture and Medical Furnishings | 00:04:00 | ||
| Design for Flexibilty | 00:02:00 | ||
| Construction and Demolition Waste Management | 00:03:00 | ||
| Unit 08: Indoor Environment Quality | |||
| Overview | 00:03:00 | ||
| Min Indoor Air Quality Performance | 00:06:00 | ||
| Environmental Tobacco Smoke Control | 00:03:00 | ||
| Minimum Accoustic Performance | 00:03:00 | ||
| Enhanced Indoor Air Quality Strategies | 00:02:00 | ||
| Low Emitting Materials | 00:03:00 | ||
| Construction Indoor Air Quality Management Plan | 00:04:00 | ||
| Indoor Air Quality Assessment | 00:03:00 | ||
| Thermal Comfort | 00:04:00 | ||
| Interior Lighting | 00:06:00 | ||
| Daylight | 00:06:00 | ||
| Quality Views | 00:03:00 | ||
| Accoustic Performance | 00:03:00 | ||
| Unit 09: Innovation | |||
| Innovation Credit | 00:03:00 | ||
| Innovation LEED AP | 00:01:00 | ||
| Unit 10: Regional Priority | |||
| Regional Priority Overview | 00:01:00 | ||
| Regional Priority Credit | 00:02:00 | ||
| Unit 11: Completion | |||
| Completion | 00:01:00 | ||