LEED Workshops


Upcoming events

    • Friday, June 08, 2012
    • 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
    • EPA Building Region 8: 1595 Wynkoop St Denver, CO 80202
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    This workshop addresses LEED tools and unique aspects of the Existing Buildings: Operations & Maintenance rating system. Workshop participants will discuss the roles and responsibilities of key stakeholders in the LEED process, as well as strategies for communicating with team members at various stages of that process. An Official USGBC LEED Faculty who is a LEED and facilitation expert will walk the class through the phases of a typical project, including key decisions that project teams must make and guidance on how to make them. Throughout the day, you will engage with other participants in interactive activities using case examples to enable you to work hands-on with LEED implementation strategies and Rating System tools. At the end of this workshop, you should be able to apply your newfound knowledge to real-life LEED projects.

    Learning Objectives
    • Communicate the purpose and benefits of the LEED for Existing Buildings: Operations & Maintenance rating system
    • Successfully develop and implement a plan for LEED certification and recertification
    • Facilitate the LEED process with all stakeholders
    • Utilize the tools available to support LEED implementation and documentation
    LEED Faculty: Dan Ackerstein
    Read his bio here!

    Recommended Prior Knowledge 

    To ensure that you make the most of this workshop, you should have the following knowledge in advance:

    • Understanding of current building operations and maintenance practices
    • Competency with the LEED 2009 for Existing Buildings: Operations & Maintenance Rating System, including knowledge of prerequisites and credits
    To help you assess if this course is at the appropriate learning level for you, you should understand the fundamentals of building operations and maintenance and be able to answer the following questions in advance of taking this course:

    • Who are the parties involved in building operations and maintenance, and what are their general roles?
    • What are basic green strategies and technologies for building operations and maintenance?
    • What are the prerequisites and credits of the LEED for Existing Buildings: Operations & Maintenance Rating System, as well as their intents and requirements?

    This course, like all USGBC LEED education programs, meets GBCI eligibility requirements for the LEED Green Associate.

    What Registration Includes:
    • Instruction from official USGBC Faculty who is an expert in LEED and trained in facilitation and adult learning techniques.
    • Participant workbook, interactive learning activities based on real LEED projects, and a glossary of key green building definitions.
    • Option to order one print edition of the corresponding Reference Guide at a discounted rate ($145 plus taxes and S&H); no exchanges or refunds.
    • Continuing education for 7 hours of instruction directly reported to AIA and CSI.
    • Certificate of completion for self-reporting to other professional organizations, including GBCI (7 CE hours).
    • Lunch and refreshments.
    • Friday, September 21, 2012
    • 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
    • EPA Region 8 1595 Wynkoop Street Denver, CO 80202-1129
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    Are you familiar with the LEED BD+C Rating System,  and ready to take your
    understanding to the next level?
    This workshop is for you!

    You will learn LEED tools and unique aspects of the New Construction rating system. Workshop participants will discuss the roles and responsibilities of key stakeholders in the LEED process, as well as strategies for communicating with team members at various stages of that process.


    Taught by Brian Dunbar. Read Bio here

    LEARNING OBJECTIVES
    • Explain unique aspects of the LEED 2009 for New Construction and Major Renovations rating system
    • Apply and facilitate the LEED process with stakeholders
    • Apply LEED tools to a new construction or major renovation project
    • Identify key green decisions throughout the process of earning LEED certification

    7 hours continuing education to GBCI (BD+C Specific), AIA, CSI, BOMI, and CoreNet

    Bulk Discounts apply! 5+ receive 10% off! Contact Sarah Fagin at sarahf@usgbccolorado.org or call 303.292.6181. 

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    This course is eligible for the GBCI credential maintenance program and, like all USGBC LEED education programs, meets GBCI eligibility requirements for the LEED Green Associate.

    WHAT REGISTRATION INCLUDES

    • Instruction from official USGBC Faculty who is an expert in LEED and trained in facilitation and adult learning techniques.
    • Participant workbook, interactive learning activities based on real LEED projects and a glossary of key green building definitions.
    • Option to order one print edition of the corresponding Reference Guide at a discounted rate ($145 plus taxes and S&H); no exchanges or refunds.
    • Continuing education for 7 hours of instruction directly reported to AIA and CSI.
    • Certificate of completion for self-reporting to other professional organizations, including GBCI (7 CE hours).
    • Continental Breakfast, Hot lunch, and snacks.

    Thanks to the EPA for hosting us! 
    1595 Wynkoop Street
    Denver, CO 80202-1129






    • Friday, November 09, 2012
    • 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
    • EPA Building Region 8: 1595 Wynkoop St Denver, CO 80202
    • 40

    This workshop addresses LEED tools and unique aspects of the Existing Buildings: Operations & Maintenance rating system. Workshop participants will discuss the roles and responsibilities of key stakeholders in the LEED process, as well as strategies for communicating with team members at various stages of that process. An Official USGBC LEED Faculty who is a LEED and facilitation expert will walk the class through the phases of a typical project, including key decisions that project teams must make and guidance on how to make them. Throughout the day, you will engage with other participants in interactive activities using case examples to enable you to work hands-on with LEED implementation strategies and Rating System tools. At the end of this workshop, you should be able to apply your newfound knowledge to real-life LEED projects.

    Learning Objectives
    • Communicate the purpose and benefits of the LEED for Existing Buildings: Operations & Maintenance rating system
    • Successfully develop and implement a plan for LEED certification and recertification
    • Facilitate the LEED process with all stakeholders
    • Utilize the tools available to support LEED implementation and documentation
    LEED Faculty: Dan Ackerstein
    Read his bio here!

    Recommended Prior Knowledge 

    To ensure that you make the most of this workshop, you should have the following knowledge in advance:

    • Understanding of current building operations and maintenance practices
    • Competency with the LEED 2009 for Existing Buildings: Operations & Maintenance Rating System, including knowledge of prerequisites and credits
    To help you assess if this course is at the appropriate learning level for you, you should understand the fundamentals of building operations and maintenance and be able to answer the following questions in advance of taking this course:

    • Who are the parties involved in building operations and maintenance, and what are their general roles?
    • What are basic green strategies and technologies for building operations and maintenance?
    • What are the prerequisites and credits of the LEED for Existing Buildings: Operations & Maintenance Rating System, as well as their intents and requirements?

    This course, like all USGBC LEED education programs, meets GBCI eligibility requirements for the LEED Green Associate.

    What Registration Includes:
    • Instruction from official USGBC Faculty who is an expert in LEED and trained in facilitation and adult learning techniques.
    • Participant workbook, interactive learning activities based on real LEED projects, and a glossary of key green building definitions.
    • Option to order one print edition of the corresponding Reference Guide at a discounted rate ($145 plus taxes and S&H); no exchanges or refunds.
    • Continuing education for 7 hours of instruction directly reported to AIA and CSI.
    • Certificate of completion for self-reporting to other professional organizations, including GBCI (7 CE hours).
    • Lunch and refreshments.
 
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