ABOUT: The LEED® AP Operations + Maintenance (O+M) credential is designed for professionals managing the ongoing performance of existing buildings and spaces. This certification focuses on enhancing operational efficiency and sustainability in facilities that have been in use for at least one year. It emphasizes sustainable strategies and performance outcomes to improve resource efficiency and reduce environmental impact.
CERTIFICATION BODY: The LEED® AP O+M credential is awarded by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting sustainability in building design, construction, and operations.
LEARNING OBJECTIVE:
- Understand LEED® O+M Fundamentals:
- Comprehend the principles of LEED® for Operations and Maintenance and its role in enhancing existing building performance.
- Apply LEED Standards:
- Implement LEED® O+M standards to improve the operational efficiency of existing buildings.
- Manage Certification Process:
- Navigate the LEED® certification process, including documentation, project management, and compliance.
- Enhance Building Performance:
- Focus on sustainable operational strategies, including energy efficiency, water conservation, and indoor environmental quality.
- Analyze and Implement Improvements:
- Evaluate building performance and implement strategies for continuous improvement in operations and maintenance.
EXAM INFORMATION:
- Format: 100 multiple-choice questions
- Duration: 2 hours
- Passing Score: 170 out of 200
- Languages Available: English, Arabic, Brazilian Portuguese, Chinese, French, Spanish
- Cost: $250 for USGBC members; $350 for non-members. Combined exam for LEED Green Associate and LEED AP O+M: $400 for members; $550 for non-members.
- Location: Available at Prometric Testing Centers or alternative testing locations by request.
RE-CERTIFICATION:
- LEED APs must earn 30 continuing education hours within two years to maintain their credential.
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Curriculum
- 1 Section
- 5 Lessons
- 40 Hours
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- CONTENT:5
- 1.1Introduction to LEED O+M: Overview of the LEED certification process for existing buildings.
- 1.2Building Performance: Strategies for improving operational efficiency, energy performance, and water usage.
- 1.3Sustainable Operations: Focus on material selection, human comfort, air quality, and social equity.
- 1.4Certification and Documentation: Detailed steps for documenting compliance and achieving LEED certification.
- 1.5Case Studies and Practical Application: Real-world examples and case studies to illustrate practical applications of LEED O+M strategies.
Requirements
- Must hold a current LEED Green Associate credential.
- Recommended: Experience working on LEED-registered projects.
- Age Requirement: Must be 18 years or older.
Target audiences
- Property Managers
- Facility Managers
- Building Engineers
- Sustainability Consultants
- Professionals in operational and maintenance roles