APPLIED SUSTAINABILITY IN CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT

Catalog description

Investigation of strategies and methods used by construction managers and others to assist in developing sustainable built environments. Course takes a close look at standards for environmentally sustainable construction and at the application of best management practices for construction activities. Focus is on LEED certification, international standards on environmental management systems and other established criteria, guidelines, standards and tools associated with green building. Provides an in-depth discussion and practical application of LEED assessment, guidelines and standards for various building sectors. Includes a major individual design project/case study involving research in green construction and design on a particular construction project, along with the application of LEED guidelines, assessment and methods to the project.