EPG: Chapter 2 - The Test Process

Question 1

knowledge domains

Answer 1

content areas of the LEED Green Associate exam reflect the rating systems’ credit categories and what an exam candidate needs to know (ie LEED process, integrative strategies, LEED credit categories, and project surroundings and public outreach)

Question 2

LEED Core Concepts Guide

Answer 2

guide that introduces green building fundamentals to serve as foundation of green building and LEED rating systems. One of the primary references one should study for the LEED Green Associate exam

Question 3

LEED Green Associate exam

Answer 3

LEED professional credential exam that tests general knowledge of commercial and residential green building practices for both new construction and existing buildings.

Question 4

LEED v4 Green Associate Candidate Handbook

Answer 4

important exam reference that features current policies and procedures for the LEED Green Associate exam and includes exam specifications, exam references and sample questions

Question 5

primary references

Answer 5

list of important references presented in the Handbook that an exam candidate should study for exam success

Question 6

task domains

Answer 6

content areas of the LEED Green Associate exam that reflect tasks necessary to perform LEED safely and effectively (ie concepts of LEED project and team coordination, LEED certification process, analyses required for LEED credits, and advocacy and education for adoption for LEED rating system.

Question 7

Correct and Incorrect usage of the LEED Green Associate Title.

Answer 7

correct: “LEED Green Associate” or “LEED Green Assoc.”
incorrect: “LEED GA”

Question 8

What kind of volunteering counts as continuing education hours for credential maintenance?

Answer 8

Volunteering with a LEED-supported organization

Question 9

Green Associates must earn __ hours for every 2 years after earning their credential, while APs must earn __ hours for the same time span.

Answer 9

15 hours / 30 hours