LEED GA Exam Prep (Recorded)

In the LEED GA Exam Preparation course, you will learn all the topics needed to take the LEED Green Associate exam. LEED GA is an entry-level certificate within the LEED program, designed for professionals who want to demonstrate and apply their knowledge of green building principles and practices.

This certification is ideal for professionals newly entering the green building industry, as well as those who wish to deepen their understanding of sustainable building principles.

Career Prospects and Earnings

The LEED Green Associate certificate is globally recognized as an indicator of one’s knowledge of green building principles. This certification is valuable for professionals working in various fields related to building design, construction, and operations, including architects, engineers (specially design engineers), project managers, construction managers, property owners, and sustainability consultants.

Earning the LEED certificate demonstrates your knowledge of sustainable building principles and can positively impact your career. According to a survey by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), LEED-certified professionals in the United States earn an average of 19% more than their non-certified peers.

The LEED certificate can also help you stand out in Canada’s competitive job market and potentially open more career opportunities, as many employers prioritize sustainability and green building principles. However, personal qualifications, experience, and job performance will also play a significant role in determining career trajectory and earning potential.

An In-Depth Look at LEED Green Associate

To obtain the LEED Green Associate certification, candidates must pass a two-hour computer-based exam covering sustainable design and construction practices, green building materials and technologies, and the LEED certification process.

This exam contains 100 multiple-choice questions and is intended to assess a candidate’s knowledge of green building principles and their understanding of the LEED certification process for buildings. The LEED GA Exam Preparation course will equip you with the knowledge needed to be fully prepared for the exam.

The exam covers the following topics:

• Introduction to LEED: Includes the history of LEED, the benefits of sustainable buildings, and the process of certifying buildings with LEED.
• Sustainable Sites: Includes site selection, development, management, and strategies to minimize the building's environmental impact.
• Water Efficiency: Covers water-saving strategies, including fixtures and irrigation systems.
• Energy and Atmosphere: Focuses on strategies for energy efficiency and reducing greenhouse gas emissions, including optimizing energy performance and renewable energy sources.
• Materials and Resources: Encompasses waste reduction strategies, use of sustainable materials, and recycling enhancement.
• Indoor Environmental Quality: Emphasizes strategies to improve indoor air quality, reduce pollutants, and enhance occupant well-being.
• Innovation in Design: Covers innovative sustainability strategies in design and construction activities.
• Regional Priority Credits: Additional credits in various regions are included based on local environmental priorities.

As mentioned, this exam aims to assess your knowledge of these topics to gauge your ability to implement them in real-world settings. For all these topics, you must study precise and accurate resources to pass the exam.

Course Structure

The course includes 12 sessions (10 instructional sessions + 2 mock exams).

Course Description

• Introduction to LEED
• Sustainability and Integration
• Integration Process, Governing Organizations
• LEED Rating Systems
• Project Registration
• Location and Transportation
• Sustainable Sites
• Water Efficiency, Materials, and Resources
• Exam: Indoor Environmental Quality, ID, and RP
• Exam: Energy and Atmosphere

Advantages of Participating in Fanavaran's Courses

• Instructing fundamental concepts and necessary topics in Persian
• Significantly lower tuition compared to other educational institutions in Canada
• Option to purchase recorded courses for those who need educational materials before the scheduled online course dates
• Ability to pay for courses in 3 to 6 installments without any additional charges on the original course price
• Experienced and specialized instructors with several years of experience in their respective fields
• Use of English terminology to learn specialized terms
• Opportunity for Q&A and problem-solving with the instructor in the class group
• Courses conducted online for the convenience of applicants
• Access to recorded course videos for up to 8 months