Duration: 4 weeks

Level: Introductory

Language: English

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Module Overview:
 

As the impacts of climate change intensify and natural resources continue to diminish, the built environment has become a central focus for sustainable transformation. Green building strategies, supported by global rating systems such as LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design), provide a framework to reduce environmental impact, enhance occupant well-being, and ensure long-term economic value. This course introduces learners to the fundamentals of sustainability within the building sector and equips them with essential knowledge of LEED as a leading tool to drive innovation, efficiency, and resilience in the built environment.

 

Aims and Objectives:

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Aims:

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• To introduce sustainability concepts in the context of the built environment.

• To explain the purpose, structure, and application of the LEED rating system as a global benchmark for green buildings.

• To highlight the importance of integrating environmental, social, and economic dimensions into building projects.

• To familiarize participants with the LEED certification process, prerequisites, and credit categories.

• To encourage learners to adopt sustainable practices in design, construction, and operations through LEED principles.

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Objectives:

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By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

• Define sustainability and describe its relevance to the building and construction industry.

• Identify the pillars of sustainability and explain their influence on green building strategies.

• Understand the structure of LEED, including credit categories, point allocation, and certification levels.

• Describe the LEED certification process, from project registration to certification award.

• Apply LEED principles through case studies and practical examples.

• Recognize how LEED supports innovation, resilience, and best practices in sustainable development.

 

Learning outcomes:

 

Upon successful completion of the course, learners will:

• Be able to define key sustainability concepts and articulate their importance in addressing global challenges.

• Gain an understanding of how ecosystem limits and carrying capacities influence sustainable building practices.

• Recognize their professional and social responsibility in adopting sustainability in their careers.

• Be able to apply LEED fundamentals to analyze and improve building performance.

• Develop the ability to identify and evaluate decisions considering environmental, social, and economic interconnections.

• Acquire a clear overview of LEED as a green building certification system, including its categories, prerequisites, and credits.

• Build a foundation for pursuing advanced LEED knowledge, exams, and practical application in projects.

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