Course Curriculum
1. Introduction to Sustainable Building Concepts
- Understanding the concept of green buildings
- Global and Indian context of sustainable construction
- Benefits: environmental, economic, social
- Overview of green building rating systems (IGBC, LEED, GRIHA)
2. Site Planning & Sustainable Development
- Criteria for green site selection
- Soil erosion prevention and sediment control
- Stormwater management
- Heat island mitigation and light pollution control
- Eco-sensitive zoning and alternate transportation
3. Water Conservation Strategies
- Efficient plumbing design
- Rainwater harvesting techniques
- Wastewater treatment and reuse
- Smart irrigation systems
- Water metering and monitoring methods
4. Energy Efficiency in Building Design
- Basics of building energy performance
- Passive and active design strategies
- Building envelope, insulation, and shading
- HVAC and lighting energy optimization
- Overview of renewable energy systems
5. Sustainable Materials & Construction Practices
- Selection of eco-friendly materials
- Recycled, reused and rapidly renewable materials
- Sustainable procurement practices
- Waste management during construction and post-occupancy
- Life cycle thinking in material use
6. Indoor Environmental Quality
- Improving indoor air quality (IAQ)
- Natural ventilation and daylighting strategies
- Use of low-emission paints and adhesives
- Thermal comfort and acoustic performance
- Controlling pollutants and occupant health considerations
7. Innovation, Case Studies & Rating Systems
- Innovative strategies in green building projects
- Overview of IGBC, GRIHA & LEED credit systems
- Review of successful Indian and international green projects
- Introduction to IGBC Accredited Professional exam
8. Documentation & Simulation Practice
- Hands-on session on template documentation
- Filling project forms and credit documentation
- Sample project rating exercise (group activity)
- Tips for building certification readiness
- Feedback, quiz, and certificate distribution