MOCK EXAM IV Flashcards by Jacob Rodman

LeadingGreen is going through the planning of a project and wants to know what should be included in the pre-design phase? (CHOOSE 2)

Review laws and standards
Develop a project schedule

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What is TRUE about an Innovative Performance credit?

They must include a quantifiable benefit out of the scope of LEED

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Name a distinction between a green building and a conventionally designed building?

Green buildings are developed using an integrative process

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Credit interactions are crucial to the integrative design process. Which of the following 3 options could work together to maximize their synergies? (CHOOSE 3)

Occupant lighting controls
Daylight sensors
Occupancy sensors

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Looking at the BPDO-Material Product Declarations credit, which of the following is not an approved way for manufacturers to report chemical inventory?

USGBC-designed program

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Building Inc. is constructing a brand new, state-of-the-art green condominium, 3-storeys tall with incredible daylighting. Which LEED rating system should the company pursue?

The LEED v4 Homes rating system that corresponds to the ENERGY STAR® program in which they are participating.

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Which of the following is most likely to occur over time if a school has a PV array on its rooftop, and begins a demand response program to shift 10% of its energy consumption?

The school’s energy costs will decrease

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A university is building a new campus east of Toronto that will consist of 15 buildings, labs, and offices. What is an appropriate strategy for achieving energy efficiency?

Building a district heating and cooling system

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Which of the following organizations supports LEED, in addition to having its own building certification program?

ENERGY STAR

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A new office complex is deciding where to locate their building and plans plans to have less parking than zoning requires thus reducing its footprint. What is a possible credit interaction?

Protection of sensitive land

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Which of the following allows project teams with unique project needs additional options or approaches for achieving LEED credit(s)? (Choose 2)

Alternative Compliance Paths (ACPs)
Global Alternative Compliance Paths (Global ACPs)

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Submetering is now a rewarded and required strategy in LEED v4, but how does it reduce outdoor water use?

By providing water consumption tracking and leak identification

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Which of the following areas would be optimal for a LEED project?

Areas with high development density

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By avoiding the development of Greenfields, the environment benefits due to:

Rainwater management

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Which of the following affect the ventilation levels of a space in regards to thermal comfort? (Choose 2)

The types of occupant activities being performed
The type of occupant clothing

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LeadingGreen went to the annual Greenbuild conference and saw a product being displayed which attempted to maximize views and daylight while avoiding any glare problems. How should the project team evaluate this product?

Adequate time for research and testing will be needed for evaluation

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Crestwood is building a brand new lower and upper high school and wants to maximize student success. When reviewing potential locations what would have the greatest impact on students’ success?

Orienting the building to maximize daylighting

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A developer is building a brand new office building in Mexico City where the air quality is poor. With that in mind how would this project promote high indoor air quality? (CHOOSE 2)

Install walk-off mats in the entryways
Use materials with low VOC emissions

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Which of the following is considered a green code?

The International Green Construction Code (lgCC)

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Building commissioning is a requirement for LEED projects and can also lead to points if completed extensively to ensure that building systems comply with:

The owner’s program requirements

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What process is known to help inform design decisions related to urban micro-farms in the community which has high quality soil?

Site assessment

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What are some examples of open space? (CHOOSE 2)

A community garden
A jogging trail

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Which of the following describes site energy?

The amount of heat and electricity consumed by a building as reflected in utility bills

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LEED Online requires many manual inputs of information from the project, including the chemical content of building materials which would be found on the:

Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)

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What part of the review process allows for LEED credits to be assessed prior to substantial construction completion?

Design

Which of the following is considered buildable land area?

Areas with trees

The Systems Thinking approach is a guiding principle in LEED. What is it?

An understanding of the built environment as a series of relationships in which all parts influence many other parts

What are two primary responsibilities of the Green Building Certification Institute (GBCI)? (Choose 2)

- Administer the LEED project certification program - Develop and administer the LEED professional accreditations program

A new neighborhood, currently under development, will include residential homes, commercial office space, street front retail shopping, and townhomes. The developer wants to increase the connectivity of the development. How will this best be accomplished?

Designing street grid patterns

There are numerous types of sites whose characteristics depend on preexisting or current conditions. What is a brownfield?

A previously used site that may be contaminated

What school building components can improve students’ experiences while maintaining preferable life-cycle impacts?

Reused acoustic tiles

A project team is developing a single building in an area that is new to them. Which stakeholder will explain the local context, culture, and history of this project site?

Local residents

Buildings are a large producer of greenhouse gas and consumer of energy. What percentage of electricity do buildings account for in the U.S.?

72%

There are many types of fertilizers and pest management techniques. What plants would promote biodiversity on a site?

Native plants

At what point in the project do teams submit the proper documentation for Construction Review?

Upon substantial construction completion

A new project is being constructed in Arizona, an arid climate. The landscape architect selected only native vegetation. Why? (CHOOSE 2)

- To support pest management - To minimize evapotranspiration

Nthunzi Development has irresponsibly decided to build a new laboratory on a greenfield. What is the best pathway for the project to achieve the credit Sensitive Land Protection?

Check the NatureServe database to ensure that the site does not house any listed species

Building codes consist of rules and regulations for design and construction within a certain boundary. Which of the following green building codes can be enforced by law? (CHOOSE 2)

- International Green Construction Code (IgCC) - ASHRAE 189.1

Green buildings are said to generally cost more than conventional ones because of:

Consultant fees for green building experts

There are a number of parameters involved in reducing building emissions. But the most important design and construction consideration is:

Building location

LeadingGreen is designing an 80-story condominium which will have retail on first floor and residential on upper floors as well as a small pre-kindergarten learning facility. What LEED rating system would be most appropriate?

LEED BD+C: New Construction

The current headquarters of LeadingGreen Training and Consulting Inc. is rated LEED Platinum. Initially, the project team pursued LEED BD+C: New Construction. Which additional certifications could the building earn in the future? (CHOOSE 2)

- LEED O+M: Existing Buildings - LEED ID+C: Commercial Interiors

How many levels, or tiers, of LEED professional accreditation are available?

A landscape architect is instructed by the owner to not only improve the environmental benefits of the project but also the economic benefits over time. How would this best be accomplished?

Only use native plants to achieve xeriscaping

Cost-effective streamlined certification processes for multiple building certifications is provided by which of the following?

LEED Volume Program

Credit point weightings are determined based on LEED v4 Impact Categories. Which one of the following Impact Categories has the greatest weight in LEED rating systems?

Reverse Contribution to Global Climate Change and Enhance Individual Human Health and Well-Being

One credit in Energy and Atmosphere is called Green Power and Carbon Offsets, and contains strategies including the purchasing of RECs and Carbons Offsets. What’s the difference between those two?

RECs are tradable commodities

Code always trumps voluntary green building requirements. Which of the following are enforceable within the building industry?

International Green Construction Code (IgCC)

A developer purchased a piece of land with a historic building on it from the 1950s. What approaches would minimize environmental harm over the project’s entire life? (CHOOSE 3)

- Using salvaged flooring in a new building - Restoring a historic building - Conducting a life-cycle assessment to help reduce a building’s environmental footprint

Building codes are laws that guide project teams to ensure safety for occupants in buildings of all types. What organization helps develop them?

International Code Council

A 1-storey project with a green roof is located on a near zero lot line site and has not chosen to provide financial support to a local land trust. This negatively impacts:

Habitat protection or restoration

A project team is trying to find out the actual water consumption from specific kitchen sinks. How can this be done?

By using a fixture cut sheet

For Storage and Collection of Recyclables, a building recycling program must include which of these items?

Cardboard, Plastic, Metal

Vassar College is building a new state-of-the-art dormitory, fully fit out with laundry services, a cafeteria, and even a gym. What labeled appliances should the dorm choose?

ENERGY STAR

Which of the following projects requires a master site for registration?

A Campus Project

The largest producer of greenhouse gas emissions accounts for what percentage of the United States’ carbon dioxide emissions?

38%

The term REC means Renewable Energy Certificate, but what does it represent?

The environmental, social, and other positive attributes of power generated by renewable resources

Individuals and corporations are not permitted to use the USGBC logo on which of the following? (Choose 2)

Products & Packaging

Out of all the credit categories, which one encourages taking advantage of existing development and land density the most?

Location and Transportation

How does the USGBC support its mission? (CHOOSE 2)

Local chapters & LEED green building rating systems

AEC Engineering Firm would like to reduce the use of potable water. Select the following fixture that uses the least amount of potable water without using non-potable water:

WaterSense fixtures

Healthcare projects have a few unique credits specific to their facilities. How can a healthcare project extend the life of the building and conserve building resources as the surrounding population grows, as suggested by LEED?

Design rooms with modular systems

A high school is being constructed in downtown Manhattan and will require a complete replacement of mechanical and electrical systems, as well as the addition of new triple-glazed windows. Under which LEED rating system should the project be submitted?

LEED BD+C: Schools

How many project administrators are there on a LEED project?

What is the best tool that LEED encourages the use of to understand the environmental impact of a building over its entire life?

A life-cycle assessment

A commercial office project in Manhattan achieved LEED certification though LEED BD+C: Core and Shell in 2018. It is now 2019. Which LEED rating system would probably be sought after if each floor in the building will be leased out to tenants?

LEED ID+C: Commercial Interiors

Apple Inc. is discovering that their open office mandate is resulting in other issues. What is one possible problem?

The acoustics may be poor

An important aspect of the USGBC is its vision. What is that?

Buildings and communities that will regenerate and sustain the health and vitality of all life within a generation

A project team is attempting to achieve the maximum points in each credit category to be awarded LEED® Gold. Which credit category would benefit the greatest from the reuse of an existing building?

Materials and Resources

How can a project minimize its certification fees?

Build a smaller building

Indoor air pollution is worse than breathing outdoor air in most locations. What is one of the most toxic and common types of indoor air pollution in an existing building?

Mercury

Environmental product declarations have caused a lot of outcry from many manufacturers who are unwilling to change their processes to become more transparent in their reporting. What standard must EPDs follow?

ISO

What type of energy is used by products that are powered by means of an ordinary AC plug?

Plug load

Each project team has many stakeholders who are encouraged to work together in an integrative manner. One of those stakeholders is the declarant, who:

Verifies the information on the LEED credit forms and is authorized by the project administrator to sign the form

Which source consumes the largest amount of energy in commercial buildings?

Space heating

A new project is being constructed in a downtown core. How would the project team document the existence of a bicycle network?

By including a vicinity map showing the bicycle network, route, and distance along the network to eligible destinations

WaterSense is a label for fixtures which are water efficient. How should international projects aim to achieve water efficiency credits if the WaterSense label is not available?

A local equivalent

LeadingGreen is not sure if they have the most up-to-date version of the LEED reference guides. Where should they check to find out?

USGBC website

Which LEED resource does an engineering firm have access to if it is not registered online and does not have a USGBC membership?

LEED Score Card

Richard is the facility manager at a brand-new sports complex in Toronto. Which statement is TRUE about the facility manager?

Out of the different rating systems, a facility manager would be most involved in a project for LEED O+M: Existing Buildings

An important aspect of a project is its purchasing policy, which it should have throughout ongoing operations. What should a purchasing policy address in LEED? (CHOOSE 2)

Durable goods & Ongoing consumables

Which method is used for reducing site lighting pollution?

BUG rating

Which of the following are primary renewable energy sources? (Choose 2)

Dung & Hydro resources

A project team is new to LEED® and contracts a LEED Consultant to assist them with documentation through using LEED Online. Which of the following cannot be completed through LEED Online?

Access new online LEED v4 reference guides

Light trespass is a major issue and the main reason why we cannot see the stars at night in the city. There are numerous strategies to reduce trespass, select one of them:

Construct shields atop all fixtures

Rainwater is this type of water:

Non-potable water

There are many types of spaces within a building including regularly occupied, multi-occupant, and individual spaces. Select the spaces which are considered individual occupant spaces: (CHOOSE 3)

- Hotel guest room - Study carrel - Open-office workstation

A progressive manufacturer has always included a CSR report, EPD (Environmental product declarations), and HPD with every product and as a result, its products are:

More transparent

What are the credential maintenance requirements for a LEED AP+ every 2 years?

30 General CE Hours with 6 Specific

Which of the following is not a requirement for achieving the Construction Activity Pollution prerequisite?

Mulch high slope areas

A project team poorly estimated potential savings and cost-benefit ratios during the design and construction phases. During construction, it was decided that expensive triple-glazed windows would be used. How would this affect the project?

Higher building costs

What is the frequency at which water must be metered on the building-level? (CHOOSE 2)

Monthly & Annually

Which of the following is not a source of alternative or renewable energy?

Demand response

A general contractor does not know what document assists with a construction management plan to help with improving air quality during construction. As a LEED consultant, you know the document and what the general contractor is must do: (CHOOSE 2)

- Capping the ducts to mechanical systems - Making sure someone is sweeping periodically to control dust

LEED consists of many strategies and processes to manage rainwater including rain gardens, intensive/extensive green roofs, and 50%+ unbound pervious pavement. What strategy are these examples of?

Low-Impact Development

Submetering can result in additional initial costs on a project for both energy and water consumption. What is the reason for installing submeters?

They measure actual consumption verses design consumption rates

Biomimicry is a new science that studies nature’s models and then uses these designs and processes to solve human problems. How can a civil engineer mimic natural hydrology?

Green infrastructure (GI) and Low-Impact Development (LID)

A project owner has just purchased a greenfield in a suburban region. What should be one of the first steps taken for LEED certification?

Convening a goal-setting workshop

What issues may arise due to daylight in conjunction with light shelves?

Increased glare

A project team is investigating sustainable techniques to decrease water consumption in the conventional processes that use water. (CHOOSE 3)

- Installing water efficient fixtures - Using graywater for non-potable water needs - Only using native plants