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Overview

This course introduces you to the environmental legal and ethical requirements related to sustainable building and construction. The course focuses on green building project management, certification programs, compliance standards and the impact of green methods on your project timeline, cost and the client.

You'll be introduced to green building features that address energy efficiency, building science and environmental concerns related to the construction industry. This course helps builders recognize and evaluate economic, social and environmental impacts of sustainable development.

Topics covered include:

  • leadership in Energy & Environmental Design (LEED) environmental rating compliance program for new construction and existing buildings
  • site assessment/environmental considerations
  • how to source, outline and rate properties of a green building product specification
  • evaluation of Environmental New Construction Management Plans

Upcoming dates

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Registration for this course closes two days prior to the start date.

After you've completed this course

Upon successful completion of this non-credit course, you’ll receive an electronic copy of your official transcript. You’ll also be able to self-print a proof of completion document from your Continuing Education student account.

Costs

Textbook and reading list

You are required to purchase reading materials for this course. Visit SAIT’s Bookstore's website to purchase the following.

  •  Sustainable Construction 4th Edition. Author: Kilbert ISBN: 1119055172.

Technology

To be successful in this course, you’ll need:

A functional webcam and microphone are recommended to allow for a more collaborative learning experience.

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Financial support

Financial opportunities are available to help pay for your course fees. Learn more about how to reduce your education or training costs with available awards, bursaries, loans and grants including the Canada Alberta Job Grant. 

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Train your team

Interested in group training opportunities for this course? Tell us about your organization's needs, and one of our training consultants will contact you within one business day.

Contact us

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SAIT is located on the traditional territories of the Niitsitapi (Blackfoot) and the people of Treaty 7 which includes the Siksika, the Piikani, the Kainai, the Tsuut’ina and the Îyârhe Nakoda of Bearspaw, Chiniki and Goodstoney.

We are situated in an area the Blackfoot tribes traditionally called Moh’kinsstis, where the Bow River meets the Elbow River. We now call it the city of Calgary, which is also home to the Métis Nation of Alberta.

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