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Introduction to LEED v4: Concepts of Green Building and Design

CIV ENG X495

40518
Delivery Options Online
Whether you are a design, construction or real estate professional; a building owner; or want to learn the fundamental concepts of green building, explore key concepts of the LEED Green Associate credential from the Green Building Certification Institute (GBCI). Examine case studies of LEED-certified building projects, concepts of integrated design, third-party verification and the LEED administration process.

Course Outline

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Course Objectives

  • Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the key concepts and fundamental strategies in LEED
  • Understand the relationships and synergies between LEED credits
  • Be able to explain the function of the integrated design approach
  • Identify and explain the major policies and regulations that govern green building
  • Be able to describe the LEED project certification process and identify the resources available to project teams

What You'll Learn

  • Project site factors
  • Water management
  • Project systems and energy impacts
  • Acquisition, installation and management of project materials
  • Improvements to the indoor environment
  • Stakeholder involvement in innovation
  • Project surroundings and public outreach
  • Primary and ancillary references
  • Case studies of LEED certified building projects
  • Concepts of integrated design
  • Project team approach
  • LEED champions
  • Third-party verification
  • LEED administration process

How You'll Learn

  • Lectures
  • Case studies
  • Online resources
  • Group analysis of material
  • Group discussion
  • Group creation and presentation of case studies
  • Quizzes
  • Homework
  • Final exam

Is This Course Right for You?

This course is intended for design, construction and real estate professionals in the commercial building industry; product manufacturers; local code officials; building owners; and students seeking information and expertise in green building.

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Sections

Section 012

May 08, 2021 to May 22, 2021 Live Online

Course Fee(s)

Course Fee credit (1 units)

$675.00


Type Live Online

Access classroom-style interactive learning from anywhere in the world! Attend scheduled online sessions with your instructor and classmates in addition to completing your coursework.

Live Online format allows you to take classes from anywhere with an internet connection. Classroom sections will be taught in this format through Spring 2021. Learn more about this format.

Beginning August 15, 2020, you must have a Zoom account to participate.

Many schools are now accepting transfer credit for online coursework, including health and sciences programs. Check with your institution before enrolling.

Days

Sa

Time

9:00AM to 2:00PM Pacific Time

Dates

May 08, 2021 to May 22, 2021

Schedule and Location

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Instructional Hours

15.0

Delivery Options

Online

Available for Credit

1 semester units

Instructors

  • Kelly S. Gearhart

This course applies to the following programs:

Certificate Program in Construction Management and Leadership

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Core Course Requirements

  • Management in the Construction Industry
  • Construction Project Scheduling and Control
  • Preconstruction Estimating: From the Design Development Stage to the Final Bid Process
  • Introduction to BIM: Virtual Design and Construction Technology
  • Sustainable Construction Management and Field Practices
  • Fundamentals of Construction Law
  • Project Management
  • Organization and Management

Elective Courses

  • Project Cost and Procurement Management
  • Project Schedule and Risk Management
  • Business Negotiating
  • Leadership Without Authority
  • Mediation and Conflict Resolution
  • Principles of Sustainability
  • Building Systems and Technology
  • Introduction to LEED v4: Concepts of Green Building and Design

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Certificate Program in Facilities Management

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Core Courses

  • Introduction to Facilities Management
  • Facilities Management: Commercial Real Estate
  • Facilities Management: Operations and Maintenance
  • Facilities Management: Risk and Business Continuity
  • Facilities Management: Strategic Planning Leadership and the Organization

Facilities Electives

  • Building Systems and Technology

Construction Electives

  • HVAC Control and Energy Management Systems
  • Introduction to BIM: Virtual Design and Construction Technology

Environment Electives

  • Introduction to LEED v4: Concepts of Green Building and Design
  • Managing Sustainable Change in an Organization

Business Electives

  • Presenting Quantitative Data Effectively
  • Essential Business Communication Skills
  • Public Speaking Bootcamp – Building Top Speakers

Project Management Electives

  • Project Management
  • Project Cost and Procurement Management

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Certificate Program in HVAC

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Required Courses

  • HVAC Ductwork and Piping Systems
  • HVAC Control and Energy Management Systems
  • HVAC System Design Considerations
  • HVAC System Load Calculations and Psychrometry

Electives

  • Building Systems and Technology
  • Introduction to BIM: Virtual Design and Construction Technology
  • Introduction to LEED v4: Concepts of Green Building and Design
  • Principles of Sustainability

Learn More About this Program

Notes

Departmental contact: extension-techeng@berkeley.edu | (510) 642-4151
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Kelly S. Gearhart

Kelly Gearhart, B.A., LEED Fellow, is a principal with Triple Green Building Group LLC. Gearhart has consulted with hundreds of clients on commercial and residential green building strategies. She teaches LEED and green building courses, facilitates green building charrettes, administers LEED projects domestically and internationally, presents at conferences and serves on USGBC boards and councils.

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