LEED AP ND EXAM PREPARATION - GREEN BUILDING TECHNIQUES
Lead the Future of Sustainable Urban Development with LEED ND Certification.
Course Schedule
| Venue (InHouse) | Fees |
|---|---|
| At Your Organization Premises | Ask For The Quotation |
Course Introduction
This 5-day intensive training prepares participants for the LEED AP Neighborhood Development (ND) accreditation exam. The course explores the sustainable planning and development of neighborhoods, including smart growth, green infrastructure, and sustainable land use. It offers in-depth guidance on applying the LEED ND v4 rating system, managing credit documentation, and aligning urban development with environmental, economic, and social sustainability goals.
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Understand and interpret the LEED ND rating system
- Apply strategies for sustainable community design
- Manage documentation and credit tracking in LEED Online
- Identify prerequisites and credits for smart neighborhood development
- Prepare thoroughly for the LEED AP ND exam
Key Benefits of Attending
This training empowers urban planners, architects, and sustainability professionals with tools to shape greener, healthier, and more livable communities. It also provides a focused path to achieving the prestigious LEED AP ND credential.
Intended Audience
- Urban Planners and Municipal Authorities
- Architects, Landscape Architects & Civil Engineers
- Developers and Real Estate Professionals
- Sustainability Consultants and LEED Professionals
- Environmental NGOs and Community Planners
Individual Benefits
- Gain expertise in sustainable urban planning
- Boost your credentials with LEED AP ND certification
- Understand the full LEED ND project lifecycle
- Build career opportunities in city planning, ESG, and smart cities
Organization Benefits
- Support green infrastructure and smart growth initiatives
- Attract investment through sustainable community certification
- Demonstrate environmental and social responsibility
- Improve regulatory compliance and stakeholder satisfaction
Instructional Methdology
- Expert-led lectures
- Real-world LEED ND project case studies
- Interactive activities and scenario analysis
- Hands-on credit documentation exercises
- Practice exams and mock testing
Course Outline
DETAILED 5-DAY COURSE OUTLINE (Customizable)
Training Hours: 07:30 AM – 03:30 PM
Daily Format: 3–4 Modules | Coffee breaks: 09:30 & 11:15 | Lunch Buffet: 01:00 – 02:00
DAY 1 – INTRODUCTION TO LEED ND & SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
- Module 1: Overview of USGBC, GBCI, and LEED Credentials (07:30 – 09:30)
- Module 2: Fundamentals of LEED for Neighborhood Development (09:45 – 11:15)
- Module 3: Project Types, Phases & Certification Process (11:30 – 01:00)
- Module 4: LEED ND Structure and Rating System (02:00 – 03:30)
DAY 2 – SMART LOCATION & LINKAGE (SLL)
- Module 1: SLL Overview & Prerequisites (07:30 – 09:30)
- Module 2: Site Connectivity, Location Types, Wetland & Habitat Protection (09:45 – 11:15)
- Module 3: Floodplain Management, Agricultural Land Protection (11:30 – 01:00)
- Module 4: Hands-on Exercise: Site Evaluation & Mapping (02:00 – 03:30)
DAY 3 – NEIGHBORHOOD PATTERN & DESIGN (NPD)
- Module 1: Walkability, Connectivity & Mixed-Use Development (07:30 – 09:30)
- Module 2: Compact Development, Diverse Communities & Urban Design (09:45 – 11:15)
- Module 3: Public Spaces, Transit Access, Green Streets (11:30 – 01:00)
- Module 4: Case Study: Sustainable Urban Block Design (02:00 – 03:30)
DAY 4 – GREEN INFRASTRUCTURE & BUILDINGS (GIB)
- Module 1: Green Building Prerequisites & Energy Efficiency (07:30 – 09:30)
- Module 2: Stormwater, Heat Island Reduction, and Renewable Energy (09:45 – 11:15)
- Module 3: Building Reuse, Waste Management, Water Efficiency (11:30 – 01:00)
- Module 4: LEED ND Documentation Workshop – GIB Credits (02:00 – 03:30)
DAY 5 – INNOVATION, EXAM PREP & FINAL REVIEW
- Module 1: Innovation in Design & Regional Priority Credits (07:30 – 09:30)
- Module 2: Navigating LEED Online & Credit Interpretation Requests (09:45 – 11:15)
- Module 3: Full-Length Mock Exam (Timed Practice) (11:30 – 01:00)
- Module 4: Final Q&A, Test-Taking Tips & Certification Roadmap (02:00 – 03:30)
Certification
Upon successful completion, participants will receive a Certificate of Completion: LEED AP ND Exam Preparation, which serves as structured preparation for the LEED AP ND exam administered by GBCI.