Course will survey the knowledge and skills employed in designing sustainable buildings. The building envelope, roofing, interior materials, and concepts of space and density will be reviewed. Students will learn how building performance is measured; lifecycle cost analyses are conducted; architectural elements are evaluated; construction specifications are written; and products, materials, and systems are assessed to meet sustainability goals.
Prerequisite:
Any one of the LEED-AP test preparation Training Sessions - NCPLEED1, NCPLEED2, or NCPLEED3