LEED Core Concepts & Strategies

LEED Core Concepts & Strategies
Presented by the U.S. Green Building Council
Hosted by Jordan Green Building Council Initiative

Date: 11 & 12 July 2009
8:30 – 5:00 p.m.
Venue: Le Meridien Hotel, Amman – Jordan

Course Description:

This workshop provides essential knowledge of the LEED Rating Systems and sustainable building concepts for those seeking a better understanding of LEED or pursuing the Green Building Council Institute’s (GBCI) LEED Green Associate (Tier 1) credential. By presenting LEED concepts at the credit category level – across building types and rating systems – and basics on the building certification process, this workshop provides the foundation required for any 300-level LEED education offering. Real project examples help demonstrate and reinforce learning.

The course will be preceded by a seminar on "LEED Evolution: from v 2.2 to v 3.0" at SABEQ offices on 8 July, from 6 to 8 p.m.

Why should you attend this course?

Ø It is the first USGBC authorised LEED course in Jordan for version 3.0
Ø 7 credits will be counted towards your continuing education
Ø You will receive an attendance certificate from USGBC
Ø It will prepare you for the LEED exam per (GBCI) curriculum and under the supervision of a certified LEED Faculty.
Ø You will get a Reference Guide for free. Value is $150 if you buy it separately.
Ø You will be able to download a printable E-book version of the Green Building and LEED Core Concepts Guide.
Ø Joining our educational programme gives you the chance to pursue your LEED AP+ track.

Learning Objectives:

After completing this course, you will be able to:

Ø Identify the key components of the LEED Rating System
Ø Discuss overall LEED Certification process
Ø Describe the intents and associated concepts of each LEED credit category
Ø Recognize successful LEED strategies and measurements for achieving credit category goals
Ø Explain regulations, recognitions and incentives related to each credit category
Ø Prepare for the LEED Green Associate exam.
Ø The LEED version 3.0 seminar will cover the changes introduced in the newest version including the new rating system, new accreditation and AP vs AP+.

Who Should Attend?

Any and all industry professionals seeking to use LEED to build green or to provide services to the building industry:

Design Professionals, Real Estate Professionals, Building Owners, Service Providers, Product Manufacturers, Government Officials, Contractors, Tenants, Educators

Instructor:

Bahar Armaghani, LEED AP, LEED Faculty. Assistant Director and LEED Manager at University of Florida and President of Global Sustainable Solutions. Further details are available on http://www.usgbc.org/ShowFile.aspx?DocumentID=3681.

Registration Fees: JD 480

Discounts are available for illegible companies. Please call 079-65 66 669 or 079 -5742 492 for clarification. This rate is promotional; the regular rate of this course is triple the offered price.

To register:

Ø Please visit USGBC www.usgbc.org/Workshops/Workshoplist.aspx
Ø Or call 079-65 66 669 or 079 -5742 492

The Workshop is supported by USAID