| This study group covers the concepts and strategies of the LEED for Existing Buildings Operations & Maintenance Rating System and is intended for design, construction and real estate professionals, building owners, and anyone who wants to develop their knowledge in this area. The course will prepare students to earn the LEED for Existing Buildings Operations & Maintenance Accredited Professional (LEED AP O+M) credential from the Green Building Certification Institute. This exam tests the knowledge and skills necessary to participate in the operation and maintenance of existing buildings that implement sustainable practices and reduce the environmental impact of a building over its functional life cycle. Please note that experience on a LEED project is an eligibility requirement to sit for this exam. Students examine case studies of LEED for Existing Buildings Operations & Maintenance certified building projects, concepts of integrated design, third-party verification and the LEED administration process.
Agenda
Unit 1
Introduction and Project Site Factors
Development
Green Management
Climate Conditions
Unit 2
Water Management
Water Treatment
Stormwater
Irrigation Demand
Chemical Management
Unit 3
Project Systems and Energy Impacts
Energy Performance Policies
Building Components
On-Site Renewable Energy
Third-Party Relationships
Energy Performance Measurement
Energy Trade-offs
Sources
Energy Uses
Specialized Equipment Power Needs
Unit 4
Acquisition, Installation and Management of Project Materials
Building Reuse
Rapidly Renewable Materials for Facilities Alterations and Additions
Food Materials
Material Acquisition
Chemical Management Policy and Audit
Environmental Management Plan
Unit 5
Improvements to the Indoor Environment
Minimum Ventilation Requirement
Tobacco Smoke Control
Air Quality
Ventilation Effectiveness
Indoor Air Quality
Low-emitting Materials
Indoor/Outdoor Chemical and Pollutant Control
Lighting Controls
Thermal Controls
Views
Types of Building Spaces
Unit 6
Stakeholder Involvement in Innovation & Project Surroundings and Public Outreach
Design Workshop/Charrette
Ways to Earn Credit
Education of Building Manager and Operations Staff
Infrastructure
Zoning Requirements
Government Planning Agencies
Public-Private Partnerships
Traffic Studies
Reduced Parking Methods
ADA/Universal Access
Unit 7
LEED Certification Process
Tools
Strategies
Roadblocks
Performance Period
Minimum Program Requirements
Reporting Energy and Water Data
Anticipated LEED 2012 roll-out and changes
Unit 8
Green Associate Exam Preparation
Eligibility
Costs
Credential Maintenance
Study Suggestions
Review
Practice Questions
Scheduling
Day of the Exam
After the Exam
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