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USGBC Approved Education

AEC Daily is proud to be the largest provider of free, online continuing education approved by USGBC. We have over 40 approved courses that will count toward GBCI Continuing Education (CE) non specific credit hours for LEED APs and LEED Green Associates. LEED APs must earn 30 CE hours biennially (6 of which must be LEED-specific hours) and LEED Green Associates must earn 15 CE hours biennially (3 of which must be LEED-specific hours) to maintain their credentials.

Over 40 USGBC approved courses offered by AEC Daily address topics within all LEED categories including stormwater management, heat island reduction, vegetated roofs, water efficient fixtures and fittings, and energy efficient building envelopes, to list a few. For a complete list of AEC Daily's USGBC approved courses please CLICK HERE.

These courses also qualify for the AIA SD continuing education requirement.

 
Underfloor Air Distribution: Best Practices and Lessons Learned

Provides an overview of underfloor air distribution (UFAD) systems, and their benefits and advantages over traditional ceiling-based air distribution systems. Included are discussions on the importance of plenum integrity, air leakage categories, and sealing techniques.

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Solar Shade Fabric and Sustainable Design

Provides an overview of the components, types, and sustainability of solar shades.  

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Commercial Grade Sheet Vinyl Flooring

This course describes the make-up of commercial grade sheet flooring and its additives, and how to choose and install a safe quality product.

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The Solar Solution: Saving Energy and the Environment

Provides an overview of the features and benefits of solar energy for steep slope roofing, including discussions on how it is generated, performance variables, and key considerations when sizing a system.

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For a complete list of USGBC approved courses please CLICK HERE.

 


 
USGBC Approved Education

AEC Daily is proud to be the largest provider of free, online continuing education approved by USGBC. We have over 40 approved courses that will count toward GBCI Continuing Education (CE) non specific credit hours for LEED APs and LEED Green Associates. LEED APs must earn 30 CE hours biennially (6 of which must be LEED-specific hours) and LEED Green Associates must earn 15 CE hours biennially (3 of which must be LEED-specific hours) to maintain their credentials.

Over 40 USGBC approved courses offered by AEC Daily address topics within all LEED categories including stormwater management, heat island reduction, vegetated roofs, water efficient fixtures and fittings, and energy efficient building envelopes, to list a few. For a complete list of AEC Daily's USGBC approved courses please CLICK HERE.

These courses also qualify for the AIA SD continuing education requirement.

 
Water Delivery Solutions for Green Building

Provides an overview of environmentally friendly water delivery systems and a review of LEED points for water efficiency.


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Thermal Performance: Energy Efficiency Through Insulation

Provides an overview of the importance of thermal performance for the building envelope.


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Designing a Sustainable Kitchen: Principles of the National Green Building Standard

Provides an overview of the sustainable design solutions and green building practices which can be integrated into kitchen design projects to improve the sustainability of a home.


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Bridging Environmental & Architectural Design to Nurture Renewability

Provides an overview of BIM technology and related analysis tools and how they facilitate environmental design.


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For a complete list of USGBC approved courses please CLICK HERE.