RedVector RV-5014

Green Building Materials: An Introduction

Green Building Materials: An Introduction

3 hrs. Online Course

Level: Fundamental

Item#: RV-5014

SME: Ross Spiegel, RA, FCSI, CCS

Growing concern over the future of our planet makes Green Building Materials: An Introduction a must for any professional in the AEC industry. This 3-hour interactive online course advocates the environmental benefits of green building materials by introducing you to the positive effects of building with environmentally friendly products, made especially with the future in mind. You will learn about green building materials and why they are important not only to the environment, but also to humans because they prevent future health problems caused so often by toxic chemicals. You’ll also learn about the economic benefits, common misconceptions, consumer demand, professional responsibilities, and the “look” of green material. This is the first of two courses in a series on green building material.
ATTN: This educational offering is recognized by the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry as satisfying 3 hours of credit toward the required continuing education.

Vector Solutions has a long history of providing industry-specific content for its customers. While this course and its content remain accurate and functional within our systems, the look and feel may not match our more modern offerings.
Course Objectives

After completing this course you will be able to:

  • Define the concept of green building and sustainability
  • Discuss the environmental, health, and economic benefits of green building materials
  • Discuss perception and misconceptions involved in the concept of green building
  • Discuss legislative efforts addressing waste, recycling, and sustainable green design
  • Discuss the costs associated with sourcing green building materials
  • Explain the professional responsibilities concerning green building materials
  • Describe the expected appearance and performance of the finished product using green building material
SUBJECT MATTER EXPERT: Ross Spiegel, RA, FCSI, CCS
Ross Spiegel, RA, FCSI, CCS Photo
Ross Spiegel, RA, FCSI, CCS, an expert on specifying green products, is an associate at Michael A. Shiff & Associates. He is the co-author of the book "Green Building Materials, A Guide to Product Selection Ross Spiegel, RA, FCSI, CCS, an expert on specifying green products, is an associate at Michael A. Shiff & Associates. He is the co-author of the book "Green Building Materials, A Guide to Product Selection & Specification," which is the basis for several RedVector.com online courses.

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State Licenses
GA - Contractor, Columbia County (General)
GA - Contractor, Residential and General (General)
LA - Contractor, Residential (General)
MI - Contractor, Residential Builder and M & A (General)
NE - Architect (Health, Safety & Welfare)
Accreditation: Vector Solutions is authorized by IACET to offer 0.30 CEUs for this program
NE - Engineer (General)
Accreditation: Vector Solutions is authorized by IACET to offer 0.30 CEUs for this program
NH - Home Inspector (General)
NJ - Engineer (General - 24GP000006300)
OR - Contractor, Commercial (General)
PA - Code Official,Certified (UCC) (General)
PA - Land Surveyor (General)
VA - Official, Permit Technician, Inspector, and Plans Examiner (General - 0007963)
Professional Organizations
Canada - British Columbia - Residential Builder (General)