Green Construction Practices

Students explore many facets of building green in the construction industry from a general contractor's (builder's) perspective. Students will gain an introductory knowledge of the Canada Green Building Council (CaGBC), Net Zero Energy program and the various LEED Rating Systems with an emphasis on new construction. The significance of the elements of green construction, green procurement, and contracting for green construction as they relate to a contractor's green strategy are addressed. This course has achieved accreditation by the Gold Seal Accreditation Board of the Canadian Construction Association. For more information about Gold Seal training, please visit the CCA website at the link below. https://www.goldsealcertification.com/about/training/accredited-training/