In June 2010, I passed the IGBC AP exam. As I was preparing for this course, I searched Internet to get advice, study material, and question papers and the result was…ZERO. Nothing is available on the net and most of the information was pertaining to Green Building exam of USA (LEED AP).
So, I decided to write about it to help the others who want to make a career in Green Buildings. This information will help you if you’re preparing for the IGBC AP test.
As this test is designed to test the knowledge of a candidate on green building design and construction, it is not compulsory to have any practical knowledge of green building construction & design and does not need to attend any institution to learn the syllabus. It only needs candidate’s interest on green building/energy efficiency /sustainable building construction & practices.
As I mentioned above, there is no third party or free references guides available for this exam. Only reference available at free of cost is abridged version of IGBC rating system and Energy Conservation Building Code (ECBC) by Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE). These books will give you enough knowledge to get 50 to 70% of marks. As the minimum percentage of marks required to pass this exam is 80%(85 out of 110 questions), you have to read few more books.
My recommendations:
- The best way to pass this exam is to buy a detailed reference guide priced at Rs. 1000. Go to the IGBC – AP site for the address of CII and contact them through snail mail or by calling them on the telephone numbers mentioned to get the details about this book.
- If you are from construction side, go through the Best Management Practices section in National Building Code India book.
- Attend green building training programme conducted by IGBC. Check IGBC website to get details of training programmes.
- Search internet for USGBC LEED reference guides which are available in some torrent sites (though it is illegal).
- Download USGBC’s reference books from their website and go through them to get knowledge, which even helps you in green building designing and practicing.
- Get the basic knowledge of ASHRAE standards.
Still have questions? Post in comments and I will answer them whenever I become free. I am thinking to prepare few model questions, so that you can understand how the exam will look like. Stay tuned!
your blog is really a great help to start for aspirants who are starting preparing for IGBC-AP Exam.
you are right not much information on the net and
Could you please help me to get the igbc publications . As suggested I have dropped an email on CII delhi chapter but never get replied. please suggest me now how should i proceed or wait for some more time for their answer.
Thank you very much.
Kind Regards,
Write a letter to the following address and ask for the IGBC Reference Guide:
Confederation of Indian Industry
CII-Godrej GBC
Survey No.64, Kothaguda Post, Near Hi-Tec city
Hyderabad – 500 084
Tel:+91 40 2311 2971 – 73; Fax: 2311 2837
hey i bought this reference guide fron cii hyd…its around 296 pages…i have even purchased NBC code book.wud it be sufficient if i go tru these 2 books thoroughly???
Read reference guide thoroughly to pass IGBC AP exam. NBC deals with full codes & regulations of construction which will be useful for designing & construction of buildings. Refer landscaping, erosion control sections in NBC.
Hi I have recently registered for IGBC AP exam. It will be mostly in October. Have no idea what to study, how the exam will be, how much time it takes for giving results etc.
Can you guide for the study material.
We are some 6-7 friends who are giving this exam on same day.
Your efforts for this will be highly helpful to us.
Regards
Savan
It is an online exam conducted by MeritTrac. Result will be immediate…after you submit your last answer.
For study material, I have given some links to download few reference material. I have followed mostly US LEED exam material. I think you haven’t gone through the links I provided in the post. Find the reference guides once again:
1. Free abridged versions of LEED reference guides: http://www.igbc.in/site/igbc/abrid.jsp
2. ECBC latest version: http://www.glassisgreen.com/images/ECBC_final_May_2007.pdf
3. US GBC’s Reference Material: http://www.usgbc.org/DisplayPage.aspx?CMSPageID=2059
dear kiran,
I was able to obtain a bunch of questions from the previous exams that was collected by a few APs who wrote the exam in the past.
If this will be useful then I can send it to you so you can put in the blog.
Pls advise
bala
Yes, Please submit previous questions to help aspirants who are preparing for this exam.
Hi Kiran,
I have few quesions.
Do i need to study LEED Green Home and LEED Green Factory also? Because when i got registered they sent me a mail with abridged versions of these references as well.
Also do i have to remember some data like ventilation rates, etc ?
Is the practice papers for LEED V2.2 helpful for IGBC AP?
Thanks and Regards,
DJ
Yes, you need to study IGBC green home and IGBC green factory. Process for different rating system is same but there is change in requirements.
Also,
Do i have to cram some values like ventilation rates, etc?
Are the USGBC LEED Tests helpful?
Thanks and Regards,
DJ
USGBC’s LEED tests the practical knowledge of the candidate. It contains both theoretical and standard values.
Hi Kiran(again!)
In your opinion if of all the strategies you mentioned in your blogs, if I cannot fulfill the IGBC Workshop strategy, will it affect my overall preparation?
References I am studying thoroghly:
1. LEED India NC Reference V 1.0
2. ECBC 2007-Reprint 2008
3. ASHRAE-90.1-2004 Users Manual-
Appendix G
4. Sustainable Building Technical
Manual.
5. Previous CIR(s)
Will this suffice?
Thanks and Regards,
DJ
I just mentioned it as a source to know the process of IGBC building registration and certification practically. You don’t need to attend it just to pass out the exam. It gives you practical knowledge.
Also, it may be unfair but since there is no sample paper(or sample questions)
I would like you to shed more light on type of questions. Are they too theoretical or are they too numeric or are they decent combination of both types?
So that we ppl can avoid getting completely knocked out looking at our exams.
Thanks and Regards,
DJ
Most of the questions are theoretical and you don’t need to mugup values. I just got two questions on practical values like Ventilation rates and Number of climate zones in India.
hi DJ
I am also starting to preparing for the same exam.
Could you please let me know from where you got the study references you mentioned above and what is previous CIR.
thank you,
Best Regards,
Umesh
Most of the references are available on internet. Some may be illegally downloaded from free sharing websites.
Previous Credit Interpretation Rulings/Requests (CIRs) are available at IGBC website.
Hi,
I have bought detailed reference guides. My querries are:-
1) Do they bifurcate questions for LEED NC or LEED CS etc.? Or it is generalised.
2) Do we need to go into the details of documentation submmssion procedures and all?
No, it is generalised exam and just understand the procedure followed to register a project and document submission details for certification (read IGBC Green Home Process in reference guide(abridged version), page no:12 to 15).
Great inputs and consistent with what I have been experiencing in the last 10 days. There is a canadian company offering a mock exam. It costs US$ 15 (Rs. 650/-) but it is an online exam on a pre paid basis. So we really dont know what you get once you pay. I intend to still take the exam for what ever it is worth
Hello Kiran,
Thank you very much for helping all of us by starting this blog.
I am Divya.Planning to write IGBC AP Exam.
As you mentioned in study material list checked the NBC PART 7 SECTION 1 PLANNING MANAGEMENT AND PRACTICES.Is taht the right one to follow?
Below is the list of study material i have got.Please let me know if you think i lack any important material
LEED NC guide which i have bought from
igbc itself.
IGBC Green homes (abridged version)
IGBC Factory building(abridged version)
IGBC Core and shell (abridged version)
ECBC Guide 2008
As you mentioned i also tried to download USGBC’s reference book.But got confused because there were so many things .Is it really worth paying the that much money and buying them?
Please help me out what exactly we need to study from USGBC’s guide.
Waiting for your reply
Divya
It seems that the version has been changed and all links have gone. Found an old version PDF on the web. Get it here: http://bit.ly/bD94Hr You don’t need to purchase anything. What you are reading is enough.
One way to go forward is to develop a question bank based on our taking the test on october 16.
First all of those networked in this blog need to split the 110 questions equally amongst themselves equally. For example if 22 of us intend to network then each need to remember 5 questions (1-5, 6-10, 11-15) and so on. Once out of the exam writedown the question and the choices so we dont forget. Load these on this blog so on oct 17 there will be model test of 110 question. At least the next test takers will have something to rely on. Iterate this three four times and you have a question bank ready for distribution
hi kiran,
good to see that some one finally started such a useful blog to help people like me who are planning to write LEED-AP exam.
i wanted to inquire if the test includes loads of numericals. how many did you face in your test? and what should be the strategy for time-management during the test? can’t fathom how to face 110 questions in 2 hrs since we dont have sample question papers to plan for the real test.
@bala: you are right when you suggested that each should remember 5 Q’s so that we can update this in the blog for future aspirants.
Hi neetul/kiran,
Can we network 22 persons and get them listed so we can know who is going to remember which questions and the choices.
For example I can take the first 5 questions and neetul can take the 6 – 10 items.
Anyone else can volunteer to take the 11 – 15 and so on.
At least the next batch will have a baseline to follow
Dear kiran,
pls find below the questions and the answers. In case you this is not readable the same has been sent by email to your email id also.
Thanks
bala
Chapter1: Green Buildings
1. What does LEED stand for?
Leadership in Energy & Environment Design
2. Which was the first LEED Platinum rated building in India?
CII-Sohrabji Godrej Green Business Centre
3. Which website can you get information about green buildings and the Indian Green Building Council?
http://www.igbc.in
4. Which credit and how many points are awarded to a project with IGBC AP as a principal design team member
Innovation , one point
5. Who can become members of IGBC?
Any organisation (Arch, consult, Builder, instituiton etc)
6. Which member of the team needs to be a IGBC member for the project to claim the discount? Owner
7. Name the 4 Green rating systems available in India through IGBC, and which year these were launched?
LEED India New construction -2007
LEED India core & shell in 2007
IGBC green Homes-2009
IGBC Green Factories -2009
8. What is the most recommended time for a project register for rating through IGBC?
Initial Design Stage
9. At which stage should a project select the rating system the project will be following?
Feasibility study
10. Where can the fees be found for registration / certification for an IGBC rating system?
http://www.igbc.in and Particular rating page
11. Which area should not be considered in calculation of fees?
Parking area
12. What is the next stage after the registration form is submitted on IGBC website?
CIR
13. What does the project team receive after a project is registered with IGBC?
Reference guide & Leed India templates
14. What is a CIR?
Credit Interpretation Ruling
15. What steps should you take before filing a CIR?
Check the intent, requirement, calculation details in reference Guide
Check the previously logged CIR’s in the CIR page of IGBC website
Submit a CIR
16. With registration, how many CIR’s does project receive for free and how much do subsequent CIRS cost?
2 free & beyond this 5000 per CIR
17. Where can you find other project CIR’s?
http://www.igbc.in
18. What is Pre Certification?
To market the project, apply for the leed rating proposed with submittals.
19. Which rating systems can you apply for Pre certification?
Leed India Core & shell & IGBC Green homes
20. Can a project be denied credits in pre certification submittal?
Yes.
21. If a project achieves “Gold” rating in pre certification, can it apply for Platinum in final certification?
Yes
22. How often should project team update IGBC on status of project after pre certification?
Every 6 months
23. If a project is achieving 45 credits and missing one pre requisite, can it still apply for certification?
No
24. What items should be submitted with the application for certification?
All building drawings,
Filled in Leed india Templates
Calculations
Fees
25. How long does IGCB take to perform preliminary review?
30 working days
26. What is a clarification
Reply of the Project team for the IGBC preliminary report of Pending & Denied credits.
27. What are the contents of Preliminary Review report?
CAA (Credit Accept Anticipated, Pending & Denied
28. Where are the fees available for certification and what are the fees based on?
http://www.igbc.in & fees based on Sq.ft.
29. Is there a discount for IGBC members?
Yes
30. How much time is given for project team to respond to Preliminary review?
30 working days
31. How many credits / prerequisites does the IGBC verify on site?
Up to six credits and/or prerequisites
32. Name the 2 stages at which on site inspection takes place?
During construction
before awarding the certificate
33. On receiving the final review, what are the options for a project team?
Accept or appeal
34. How long does a project team have to appeal
15 working days
35. How much does an appeal cost?
Rs. 20,000/credit
36. Who reviews an Appeal? What documents should be submitted?
Other than the first reviewed party all relevant documents related to that credit alone with All drawings & narration (original submittal for the credit)
37. What does a “certified” project receive from IGBC?
Certificate, Award letter & metal plague
38. What is the difference between CIR and Clarification?
CIR- requires details from IGBC Raised by project team answered by IGBC
Clarification-Project team reply for the IGBC preliminary review
39. On which website can you find the information on certified projects and accredited individuals of IGBC in India?
http://www.igbc.in
40. How many copies (soft & hard) of documents need to be sent to IGBC?
2 sets Soft copy
Chapter 2: Sustainable Sites:
1. What are the 5 major chapters in LEED rating system?
Sustainable Site/water efficiency / Energy & Atmosphere / Indoor Environment Quality / Material & Resources
2. What are the 4 levels of LEED certification a project can achieve?
Platinum, Gold, Silver, Certified
3. Is erosion and sedimentation control mandatory for a NC project?
Yes
4. Which type of projects can NC rating system be applied to?
New projects / more 50% owner occupied
5. What is a major renovation?
More than 50% renovation (Envelope, HVAC & Electrical system)
6. What does erosion and sedimentation control helps to protect?
Protect the top soil, air pollution reduce, improve water quality
7. Is addressing construction stage for erosion & sedimentation sufficient?
No
8. What are the different types of seeding?
Temporary & Permanent
9. What impact does mulching have?
Retains moisture & protect top soil
10. Name 4 structural controls to E&S?
Earth dike, Silt fencing, Sediment trap, Sediment basin
11. Which Indian standard is followed for Erosion & Sedimentation Control?
NBC part 10, chapter 1, section -4
12. What types of sites are inappropriate for green buildings?
Prime Farm land, Within 100 feet of wet land (ENVIS) Habitat of endangered species (WII) & Public parkland
13. What is a farmland?
Produce crops with less damage to resources, least cost,
Best place for produce food, crop,
Acceptable acidity/alkalinity, salt, sodium
Adequate & dependable water
No rock or less rock
14. Who lists endangered species in India?
Wild life institute of India
15. What is the minimum distance between site and wet land?
100 feet
16. Is development on parkland appropriate?
No
17. What is the minimum density onsite and in calculated radius to achieve SSC2?
1.38 FAR ½ mile radius 60,000 sq.ft / acre
18. Name any 10 basic services & what is the radius within which 10 basic services and residential is required for SSc2?
Hotel, fire station, beauty parlour, school, hospital, bank, bus stop, place of worship, grocery, Day care, cleaners, laundry, library, park, pharmacy, post office, senior care facility, Theatre, community centre, fitness centre & Museum . R=.3root (acre x 43560)
19. What is a site with environmental or chemical contamination called?
Brown field
20. What are the 2 options for Alt Trns C4, public transportation access?
½ mile Rail line or ¼ mile Bus Stop with min. 2 bus lines
21. How many bus stops and bus lines are required to achieve the credit?
1 stop with min. 2 buses
22. What is the intent of encouraging alternative fuel vehicles?
To reduce pollution from automobiles /save fuel
23. What are requirements if Alternative fuel vehicles are provided?
3 % of occupancy & preferred parking
24. What are the requirements if recharge stations are provided?
3% of parking capacity
25. Is it better to meet or exceed the local parking requirements?
Meet (Not to exceed)
26. Define “preferred parking”
Parking nearer to entrance, core, next to handicapped parking
27. How can we minimize site disturbance in a Green Field site?
By use less area for construction work, less disturbance to vegetation
28. How much area of site should have vegetation to achieve SSC5.1?
50%
29. A site should exceed local open space requirement by XX% to achieve SSC5.2?
25%
30. Run off coefficients are higher for which materials?
Asphalt, Concrete, brick
31. In any development should post development run off be higher or less than pre development run off?
Should be less than
32. What is TSS?
Total suspended solid
33. How can TSS be reduced before recharge?
Harvesting pit
34. What does Heat Island effect mean?
Thermal gradient difference b/w developed & non developed area
35. Name any 4 strategies to prevent Heat Island Effect on non roof areas?
Gardening. White coating, parking in basement, parking under shades.
36. What does SRI stand for? Is higher or lower SRI better to prevent heat island?
Solar Reflectance Index , Higher
37. How do Green Roofs greatly help to reduce Heat Island Effect?
Green roof reduce the heat transfer/ gain
38. How do High SRI roofs help in Green Buildings?
reduce the heat transfer to building
39. What is the intent of “Light Pollution Reduction” credit?
Remove up lights and reduce ompact on nocturnal environments
40. Which standard is followed for calculating LPD for exterior lighting?
Ashrae 90.1
Chapter 3: Water Efficiency:
1. What is potable water?
Drinkable water
2. Name the 3 largest consumers of water in a typical building?
Irrigation, Toilets, Ac make up water
3. What is the standard pressure at which toilet fixtures should be measured?
80 PSI (Piunds per square inch)
4. What does GPF, GPM, LPM and LPF stand for?
Gallons per flush, Gallons per minute, litre per minute, litre per flush
5. What is RBTS and which water can be treated using this system?
Reed Bed Treatment system, waste water
6. What are BOD and COD and who decides the allowable limits?
Biochemical oxygen demand, chemical oxygen demand & PCB
7. What are appropriate ways to recharge roof and ground storm water?
Roof water to open wells, surface water to Rain water harvesting pits
8. What is Xeri-scaping?
Usage of desert plant/dry Landscape
9. Why are native landscape considered green?
They don’t need special care much of water, integrate building with local ecology
10. Name some types of efficient irrigation systems?
Drip irrigation , sprinkler irrigation
11. How long is it acceptable to use temporary irrigation system when the project is attempting to completely eliminate the use of potable water consumption credit?
1 year
12. What type of air conditioning systems utilizes water?
Water cooled
13. What is the minimum % of potable water quantity is to be reduced to achieve the credit on water efficiency in air conditioning systems?
50%
14. Which are the 2 options to achieve the “innovative waste water technologies” credit?
Reduce potable water for sewage by 50% by using non potable water (or) treat 50% waste water to tertiary standards
15. Name any 3 ways to reduce amount of waste water generated in a building?
Use STP treated water , low flow fixtures, Reduce potable water use for building sewage by 50% by use of non potable water Treat 50% waste water onsite to tertiary standards. Treated water must be infiltrated or used on-site
16. What is the intent of the “water use reduction” credit?
Maximise water efficiency, reduce the waste water generation (Ground water protection /less usage of water)
17. Which fixtures are considered for calculating water use reduction in a building?
Water efficient fixtures, water less urinals
18. What is the standard flow for a WC?
1.6 GPF at 80 psi
19. What are dual flush toilets?
Toilets with 2 flow rates
20. How do aerators help in flow fixtures?
Maintain pressure & reduce the water usage
4: Energy & Atmosphere
1. What are the major consumers of energy in a building?
AC, light, power equipments, Vent. fans
2. What are components that add to heat gain in a building?
Glass, wall, lights power equipment, occupants
3. Which consultant is responsible for energy efficiency?
All (Arch., MEP, owner etc.)
4. Which is ideal orientation for building in terms of energy efficiency?
Longest space facing north south
5. What are the 3 properties of glass considered while selecting glazing?
U, Shading co-efficient, VLT
6. What are the units of U value? And is higher / lower better?
Btu/hr/ft2/0F or W/m2/ 0K. Lower is better.
7. What do SC and SHGC stand for? What is the conversion factor?
SC: Shading co-efficient & SHGC: Solar heat gain co efficient
8. What are the options for improving wall U-value?
Brick wall with insulation, brick wall with air cavity, Hollow blocks, fly ash bricks, AAC blocks
9. What are the types of roof insulation?
Over deck, under deck, insulation sandwiched
10. What are AAC blocks and which component is “recycled content”?
Autoclaved Aerated Concrete blocks (with fly ash, cement, lime, Al powder, water), fly ash
11. Which standard is followed for energy calculation / simulation?
ASHRAE 90.1. or ECBC whichever is more stringent
12. Name any 3 methods to improve efficiency of AC system?
Water cooled chiller, High COP, VFD, economiser, heat recovery wheels, BMS
13. What is LPD?
Light power density
14. Mention any 3 ways to improve efficiency of lighting systems?
Natural lighting, Day light sensor, Occupancy sensor, individual control
15. What is BMS?
Building management System
16. What are the benefits of commissioning?
Cross checking all are as per documents & design. To ensure equipments are designed, installed & calibrated as intend
17. What is fundamental commissioning?
Agent to review design intent
Incorporate commissioning requirement in the documents
Develop commissioning plan
During construction:
• Verify installation
• Functional performance
• Training, operation & maintenance documentation
• Commissioning report
Basically a plan, checking the equipments designed & commissioned properly. Development and implement a commissioning plan.
18. Can a member of the project team do fundamental commissioning?
Yes if less than 50000sqft
19. Which standards must be met to achieve “minimum energy performance” prerequisite?
ECBC/ASHRAE 90.1
20. What does CFC, HCFC, HFC, ODP and GWP stand for?
Chloro Fluoro Carbon, Hydro Chloro Fluoro Carbon, Hydro Fluoro Carbon, Ozone Depletion Potential, Global Warming Potential
21. What is the intent of eliminating the use of CFC in HVAC & R systems?
Prevent ozone depletion & global warming
22. How many points are available for energy efficiency in LEED NC Rating?
10
23. Which are the 2 methods to prove compliance with ASHRAE / ECBC?
Prescriptive & whole building performance (simulation)
24. Which data is required to do energy modelling?
All data – Arch. MEP services, landscape, glazing, etc.
25. What are examples of Renewable energy?
Tidal, Wind. Solar, Hydro, biogas
26. What are the requirements for energy produced to be claimed under EAC2, renewable energy?
Produced at site (2.5% 5% & 7.5%)
27. % of renewable energy is calculated in comparison to…
Total energy consumed in the building
28. Who performs additional commissioning?
Third party
29. What stage is commissioning agent hired and how long is his role in project?
Initial Stage of construction & up to one year after occupancy
30. Which protocol outlines requirements for preventing ozone depletion
Montreal protocol
31. What are requirements of “measurement & verification” credit?
IPMVP (International Performance Measurement & Verification Protocol) document to be verified & to be checked for 1 year after occupancy
Third party will do measurement & verification during occupancy.
32. What is Green Power?
Producing renewable energy off site
33. How much of building energy load should be green power?
50%
34. What are thermal breaks?
Air gap between windows to reduce the heat conduction act as insulation is thermal break
35. What are VFD’s, Heat Recovery Wheels & Economizers?
Variable Frequency Drive : Give the A/c as per the requirement/ person so energy reduced
Heat Recovery wheel: for pre cooling the fresh air using waste exhaust air which is at comparatively lower temperature (for energy conservation)
Economizers : Supply fresh air when required (occupant)
36. What is additional commissioning ?
• 3rd party to review design intent
• Contractor submittal verification
• Re commissioning management plan
• Post occupancy review
Chapter 5: Materials & Resources
1. What are the 5 materials (at a minimum) that a building occupant should have the appropriate bin to dispose off, in a green building?
Paper, card board, metal, glass, plastics
2. Is “Storage & Collection of Recyclables” for during construction or post occupancy?
Post occupancy
3. In addition to bins, what else needs to be incorporated in the design of the building?
Space to earmarked. Centralised space to located.
4. Name any 3 building elements that categorize as Shell, Non Shell and Structure?
Shell- Exterior wall, roof, framing
Non shell-windows, doors, false ceiling , wooden flooring
Structure-column, beam, basement wall, roof deck, floor deck, foundation
5. What is the intent of Building Reuse credit?
Extent the life of the existing building & reduce construction waste
6. Are windows shell or non shell?
Non shell
7. What is the goal of Construction waste management?
Avoid the construction lead to landfill, reduce the waste, recycle it properly
8. Name any 5 materials that would be considered construction waste?
Brick, glass, cement bags, steal,
9. Is sand a construction waste?
No.
10. How is construction waste measured and what is is the % to be achieved for 1 & 2 points?
For 50% – 1 point & 75% – 2 and above 95% exemplary 1 point
11. Name 3 examples of Resource Reuse?
Brick, furniture’s, Aeroplane tyre, wing,
12. How the value of resource reuse calculated and what is is it compared to for achieving points?
The price of the actual (new item) – 5% of building material cost – 1 & 10% -2
13. What are the types of recycled content? Give some examples
Post consumer – bottle-glass, paper, plastics
Post industrial – Fly ash, steel, gypsum
14. What is the average recycled content % of steel and glass?
Steel – 20-25%
Glass – 10-15%
15. What is the intent of local / regional materials credit?
Encourage local economy, reduce transportation, pollution.
16. What is allowable distance for a material to be “local”
500 miles (800 km)
17. Define manufacture and extraction?
Final assembling place is Manufacture
Raw material extraction – initial – Extraction
18. From where is the radius for local materials calculated?
From site
19. How many years is the harvesting cycle considered as “rapidly renewable”?
Less than 10 years
20. Some examples of rapidly renewable?
Bamboo, MDF (Medium Density Fibre board), [Eucalyptous, cotton, straw, wool]
21. What does FSC stand for?
Forest Stewardship Council
22. How is FSC wood better than un-certified wood?
The wood is not better than normal wood. The forest is well managed.
23. What certificate is required for credit compliance for FSC wood?
Chain of custody.
24. Can a material be counted in Building and Resource reuse?
No.
25. Can a material be taken in rapidly renewable and certified wood credits?
Yes
Chapter 6: Indoor Environmental Quality
1. What standard is followed for Minimum Indoor Environmental Ventilation requirements?
ASHRAE 62.1
2. What are the standards outlined in ASHRAE 62.1?
Ventilation standrards
3. What is CFM?
Cubit Feet per Minute
4. Which locations are inappropriate for fresh air intakes?
Not near to exhaust areas, ETS, parking garage, cooling tower
5. What is ETS? What is the intent of this credit?
Environmental Tobacco Smoke. Avoid the exposure of ETS to occupants/non-smokers.
6. What are the 2 options for meeting ETS requirements?
Declare building as No Smoking
Provide dedicated smoking area with proper ventilation (to be maintained under –ive pressure)
7. What is the benefit of monitoring CO2 in a space?
Increase the fresh air
8. What is best location for CO2 sensors in terms of spaces and height?
From floor between 3 ft 6 ft
9. What % better than ASHRAE should be achieved to get credits and for what % of spaces?
30% for 90% spaces
10. What is the benefit of a Construction IAQ Plan?
Well being of construction workers / occupants
Protection of equipments
11. Which standard is used for Construction IAQ?
SMACNA- Sheet Metal & Air conditioning Contractors National Association
12. What is MERV and where is it used?
Minimum Efficiency reporting Value – this is filter media used in AHU
13. What is Building Flush Out and when is it done?
Before occupation, by natural fresh air for 2 weeks Ac operation & replace the MERV 8
14. What is the benefit of using low VOC materials?
Prevent exposure of chemical toxicants, irritation
15. What does VOC stand for?
Volatile Organic Compound
16. Name the 4 categories of low VOC materials required by LEED?
Adhesives, Sealants & primer, Paints & coating, Carpet
17. Name 4 adhesives & sealants in a building?
Carpet adhesive, tile adhesive, AC Insulation adhesive, Architectural sealants, Fire sealants
18. Which standard is followed for carpets and carpet adhesives?
Carpet & Rug Institute, Green label plus
19. Which resin is not allowed in Wood & Agrifiber products? Mention any other resin?
Urea formaldehyde – not allowed. Use phenol formaldehyde
20. What is the intent of the “indoor chemical & pollutant source control” credit?
Avoid exposure of building occupants to hazardous, chemical pollutants & dusts
21. What types of rooms require independent ventilation?
Chemical, copier, ETS,
22. To achieve the credit, what is the MERV value credit?
MERV-13
23. What are the advantages of providing “Controllability of systems”?
Save energy. Facilitates individual thermal & lighting controllability
24. What are the standards for operable windows?
10 ft either side of the window and 20 ft inside the window.
25. Which areas are to provide the controllability?
Regularly occupied areas
26. Example of controllability of systems; lighting?
BMS . Automatic sensors , thermostat,
27. Which standard is followed for Thermal comfort credit?
Ashrae 55
28. What are the focus areas of ASHRAE 55?
Thermal comfort : Temperature & Humidity control
29. When must the verification survey be conducted?
6-18 months
30. What is the minimum % of occupants should satisfied with thermal conditions, below which corrective action needs to be taken?
80%
31. What does daylight factor depend on?
VLT, Amount of glass in comparison to floor area.
32. What is the benefit of natural daylight?
Energy saving & conservation
33. What % of space should meet minimum daylight requirements?
75% of regularly occupied area
34. What is the height between which views are possible through glazing?
2’6” to 7’6”
35. What is the % of spaces to have indoor – outdoor connection
95%
Chapter 7: Innovation & Design
1. What topics are covered in innovation & design chapter?
Innovative performance in Green Building categories not specifically addressed by LEED also it provides one point if IGBC AP is involved
2. What is “Innovation” in a green building rating system?
Doing something new which were not related to any of the credit system
3. Mention any 3 innovations in a green building?
Green education, Green house keeping, Car pooling.
4. Define exemplary performance?
Meeting more than specified in the credit limit
5. Mention any 3 credits which could qualify for exemplary performance?
100% AC make up water from Treated water, reducing or salvage more than 95% construction waste, more than 50%(95%) roof garden , more than 10% (15%) recycle content. More than 20% regional material, 95% to 100 % FSC wood , 95% lighting energy reduction by day light views
6. At a minimum, who should be a LEED AP to achieve the point in LEED rating system?
Consultant, architect, Design team member
Chapter 8: Green Building Codes
1. What is covered in NBC Part 10, Section1, and Chapter 4?
Control of erosion & sedimentation control
2. What does ECBC stand for?
Energy conservation building code
3. Who developed the ECBC? Is it mandatory?
BEE – Bureau of Energy Efficiency. Not mandatory
4. What are the building systems covered under ECBC?
Ac, Lighting, Envelope, hot water system,
5. To which projects can ECBC be applied?
Moe than 500kW connected load or 600kva contract demand or 1000 sq.mtr Ac space
6. What are 2 approaches for Energy Conservation?
Prescriptive & whole building performance (simulation)
7. What is maximum glazed area (% of gross wall area) in prescriptive approach?
60%
8. What are the 5 climate zones in India per ECBC?
Hot dry, warm humid, Composite, temperate, cold
9. What does ASHRAE stand for?
Americal seceity of heating, refrigeration & air-conditioning Engineers.
10. Which topics are covered in ASHRAE 90.1, which are the applicable credits?
Energy , optimizing energy performance
11. Which topics are covered in ASHRAE 62.1, which are the applicable credits?
Indoor environment quality
12. What is SMACNA? Which credit does it apply to?
Sheet Metal & Air conditioning Contractors National Association & Construction IAQ credit
13. What is ASHRAE 55 and what topics are covered?
Thermal comfort : Temperature & humidity control
14. What is CRI & Green Label certification?
Carpet & rug institute –are the certifying authority
Green Label plus requirements –Certificate for carpet
1. What are materials with recycled content?
Materials which have a certain amount of waste product or recycled product included in the manufacturing process.
2. Work from home encourages what culture?
Mixed use buildings with reduced travel (hence fuel & pollution) from travel
3. Why do walls in a building need to be insulated?
Reduce heat transfer / gain through conduction
4. Which of the following are appropriate sites?
Should not be farmland, endangered species, 100fet of wetland & parkland
5. What is the broad objective of using low VOC?
Reduced exposure of occupants to toxic chemicals resulting in respiratory and discomfort
6. What does Evapo-transpiration refer to?
` Evapo transpiration is loss of water by plants due to evaporation and transpiration
7. What principle does composite toilet work?
Use of bacteria to treated organic waste and it can be reused as compost. Aerobic, no chemicals
8. How do VFD’s assist in green buildings?
Variable Frequency Drives regulate air conditioning per requirement / occupancy and hence reduce energy consumption
9. Why are lighter shades of paint preferred?
Reflect away heat rather than conducting, reduced heat island effect
10. What does recycling construction debris encourage?
Prevents waste being sent to landfill. Also reduces waste and encourages onsite reuse
11. What is the intent of roof garden?
Roof garden reduces heat island effect and also reduces conductive heat gain by increasing insulating property of roof
12. When should fresh air be pumped into the space?
When co2 levels are raised due to human occupancy
13. What are the ideal location of CO2 sensors
3’-6” above floor : breathing zone
14. What is silt fencing?
Silt fence helps to prevents erosion & sedimentation by trapping silt from running water
15. What are Green Woods?
Green wood can be FSC certified or rapidly renewable
16. Trade off in LPD is accepted when?
Whole building method, where one space can have higher LPD and one less, as long as total LPD is below ASHRAE
17. RWH calculations should be according to which parameters?
Rainfall, site imperviousness
18. What are factors determining IAQ?
Fresh air, VOC & contaminants, & daylight
19. What is the benefit of providing Individual controls to occupants?
Adjust personal climate, savings in energy
20. CFL is good replacement for?
Incandescent bulbs, halogens
21. What causes SBS?
Sick Building Syndrome – poor indoor environment quality and inadequate fresh air
22. Waterless urinals help in what?
Reduces water used for sewage conveyance
23. U Value or SHGC is important for a building in tropical climate should be?
Both are important.
24. What are Non shell elements?
Non Shell: doors, partitions, flooring, windows
25. What causes failure in day-lighting?
Inadequate glare control
26. Less VOC can cause what difference to occupants?
Better air quality, less VOC and toxins which result in respiratory issues
27. Runoff co-efficient for asphalt is low or high?
High
28. What are stabilization using structural controls?
Using structural controls to prevent sedimentation: silt fence, earth dikes, sediment basin, sediment traps
29. What are Xeriscapes and what are the benefits?
Landscape using minimum plants, cacti and hard materials, to reduce water consumption for landscape
30. RBTS best to treat which water?
Reed Bed Treatment System for waste water
31. Objective for purchasing products with recycled content?
Encourage recycling and use of recycled materials in manufacture process, reduce demand on virgin materials
32. What is the percentage of recycled content in steel?
20 – 25 % for steel
33. Building orientation is crucial why?
Reduced heat gain by longer axis facing north south
34. Examples of Post industrial recycled content?
Fly ash, steel
35. Maximum post development storm water run-off should be?
Less than pre development run off
36. Broad intent to design with daylight and view?
Maximize indoor outdoor connection and reduce operation of artificial lights by using natural daylight
37. Installing moisture sensors in landscapes helps in?
Supplying water for landscape only when required (soil becoming dry)
38. What happens to the water flow in faucet when pressure is decreased?
Water flow is decreased
39. Economizers work in what principles?
Supplying fresh air only when rooms are occupied, co2 sensors
40. If the building is predominantly factory with other offices spaces attached to it what rating can we opt?
Green factories IGBC
41. What does the project team do when there is a challenge in the interpretation of a credit or prerequisite?
Submit CIR
42. What does the project team do when they have failed in getting a particular credit and they are confident in getting?
Appeal
43. Could certification be achieved if the project gets maximum credits, except for one perquisite?
No, all pre reqs should be achieved
44. Who reviews the appeal?
Different Assessor, not the one who reviewed first time
45. How much time does IGBC takes for 1st Review?
30 days
46. What is the interval in which the pre-certified project should be updated with IGBC
6 months
47. Green roof is installed to?
Roof garden reduces heat island effect and also reduces conductive heat gain by increasing insulating property of roof
48. Quantity of water required per head in a office building (as per NBC)
45 litres / person / day
49. Quantity of water required per head for domestic and non domestic usage (as per NBC)?
135 litres / person / day
50. Can a project apply for platinum rating if its gold rating in pre-certified
Yes
51. Why we have to study the soil condition before landscape?
Appropriate plants species and irrigation systems
52. How does commissioning help?
Ensures proper installation and functioning per design, identifies any installation mistakes
53. CFC reduction/elimination in refrigerants helps in what?
Reduce ozone depletion
54. What is the benefit of construction waste management?
Prevent waste going to landfill
55. If there is substantial wood requirement in a building how to make it green?
FSC wood, rapidly renewable wood or MDF (recycled content)
56. What is the ASHRAE standard for ventilation?
ASHRAE 62.1
57. What does ASHRAE 55 speak about?
Thermal comfort: temperature and humidity
58. Where should the location of fresh air intakes be in a building?
Away from exhausts, smoking areas, and no pollutant source
59. What happens if we increase the ventilation in a building more than the ECBC standards?
Better IAQ (more fresh air) but increase in energy consumption
60. Which agency concern about construction IAQ management plan?
SMACNA, should be done by contractor and documented by taking photos
61. What does ENVIS concern about?
ENVIS: wet lands
62. Which is a brown field development?
Contaminated site, chemical or physical, landfill etc
63. What is the intent in developing in a previously developed site?
Reduce development of green fields and use sites within developed area rather than away from city
64. ECBC is been devised by
ECBC was devised by Bureau of Energy Efficiency BEE
65. What happens if the local control regulations are stringent than the ECBC or ASHRAE standards..
Follow whichever is MOST stringent
66. ECBC has divided Indian into how many climate zones?
5 climate zone: Hot Dry, Warm Humid, Composite, Temperate, Cold
67. What does SRI property in a material define?
SRI is solar Reflectance Index, how much solar radiation is reflected
68. Oil grit separators are installed to:
To filter oil in storm water run-off
69. The Energy Conservation Building Code (ECBC) is applicable to buildings or building complexes that have a connected load
500 kW or greater
70. If a credit point has been denied for a project and the project team feels they have complied with the credit requirement, the project team
Can appeal for review of the credit
71. Perform soil and climate analysis to determine the species of plants which will adapt best
Reduce water requirement for landscaping
hi; seems perfect to start; i shall be appearing for the same this month and sure the set of questions will help focus on the subject
thanks for all this
j r anjaria
ahmedabad
Sir, can you please answer the follwoing questions
U value for tropical climate should be?
What should be Ks factor for species having zero water req ?(0,0.1,0.8,1)?
3.Life cycle costs for AC units is generally associated with ?
4.What is best place for Co2 sensors in high density & low density areas
5. One of the design approach to enhance day lighting in building is
i. Decrease the VLT of glass
ii. Decrease the window to floor are ratio
iii. Increase the window to floor are ratio
iv. Increase floor plate areas
6.zero water demand species has Ks value of?
7.the advanced technology to treat the contaminated site? Possibly brownfied development bio reactors,
8.the standards of COP referred for evaluating the performance of a chiller ?
9.the technical assistances considered for project registration?
10.Maximum energy performance in a commercial building is helpful in?
11.factor that would indicated extend of day lighting in spaces is?
12.lightning power density as per ECBC codes is ?
13.why is post consumer waste is accorded higher than post industrial?
14.ECBC allows base building to assume air cooled chillers as long as ?
15.who evaluates the submitted project submittals among IGBC?
16.off site green power facilitates? 1 point 50% , 75%, 100%
17.A project invested in a wind farm to meet 100% of energy demand would be recognized because
a) it encourages off site renewable energy
b) enhances energy efficiency
18. ECBC allows base bldg to assume air cooled chillers in base case as long as:
a) proposed bldg has installed water cooled chillers
b) proposed bldg has installed air cooled chillers
c) base load is met thru water based chillers
d) chiller size is less than 50 TR
19.The volume of rain water harvesting structure is designed based on?
20.Which type of vegetation eliminates need for irrigation?
21.How to register a project for Green Building certification?
22.Walls in a building to be insulated to?
23.Compost toilets treat human waste by?
9. Design solution to address glare problem due to glazing
a. Provide light shelves above the working level
b. Restrict users from closing down the windows
c. Select glass with high visual list transmittance value
d. Provide artificial lighting
13. Design building walls with shallow floor plates will help in:
a. Maximum day-lit areas
b. Enhanced views
c. Thermal comfort
d. Low building footprint
Were these que. asked in exams??? Mr. Sairam
Best resource to study for LEED AP exam.
Regards,
Prajakta
Hi,
Questions stated above are really helpful.
I have gone through Advanced Training Programme from IGBC-CII and preparing for IGBC AP Exam.
Thanks Kiran
Hey these questions are of great help thanks
Hey all guys,
Nice of you all communicate.
I am also an aspirant of the IGBC Exam and tired of searching through the net. Ultimately lost through all.
Let me understand that is the IGBC and LEED exam are the same or they differ. You can take me into your group as I can contribute something about Air conditioning which is also a part of the exam.
Pl respond. Hats off to Kiran who started the blog and came forward to help the aspirants.
Methil
IGBC and LEED exams are not same. USGBC conducts LEED-AP exam and it requires experience in green building to take the exam, whereas IGBC conducts IGBC – AP which is open for anyone who is interested in green building and want to make career in green buildings.
hello all
pls tell me watz the worth of IGBC certification i really dont know about it.
Mr.Bala,
Thank you very much for your question bank.It is of great help.
All the best for your exam!
Please upload the questions of october 17th exam if you can.
Thank you once again
All the best once again 🙂
Regards
Divya
Noted and regarding uploading the october 16th exam questions obviously one person cannot upload all the 110 questions. Not only are the questions and answer important; more than that the multiple choices are more important.
I need to network with 22 others so we can all remember atleast 5 questions with the multiple choices. this is the only way it can be done.
Are you taking the exams on oct 16
Mr Bala
All the best for the exam.
Ashok Menon
Mr.Bala,
Soory i couldn’t reply earlier.
I was not planning to attend the exam on 16th October.Planning to write it in December.
Hope you cleared the exam with good score.
Kindly share your experience with us.
Regards
Divya
Dear Ms.Divya,
I cleared the exam and I am an AP now.
I got 91 on 110 while 85 is the clearing score.
I will share my experiences in the blog so we can network and stay in touch
Best regards
Bala
9500091196
hi
i am appearing for this exam so kindly tell me from where i should get the material or the best thing to start of with for preperation
Please start with abridged version of rating systems which are available free to download on IGBC website or buy full reference guide from IGBC.
I wrote the exam on 16th October.
I cleared the exam.
The best way for employed persons to take this exam and clear it in one stroke is to do some focused preparation. Here are some tips:
Plan for a two week leave from your work just before the exams. If your company is sponsoring your certification efforts this should not be a problem. If your company is supporting your endeavor to get an AP this should still not be a problem.
The NC book let (290 pages) is very informative. The ECBC can be downloaded (100 pages) needs to be gone through at least twice. The other abridged documents (Core and shell, Green homes and green factories) are just extras that you need to go through at least once.
The question bank put on this blog has a lot of questions that were repeated in this October exam. At least 10 questions were repeated and hence the question bank may be an useful tool for you to go through.
The time limit of 120 minutes for 110 questions is adequate and hence do not worry about not being able to complete the questions in time. You will not have that problem.
Two weeks is sufficient to put a time table to attack each area of the subject and read atleast twice so u can go with a lot of confidence.
All the best friends
Bala
Congrats Mr. Bala and thanks for your feedback.
Dear Mr. Bala,
Congrates,
Thanks for uploading questions, these will be really helpful to lot of people eager to be IGBC AP, I appreciate your gr8 work..and thanks to Kiran who made us to communicate..
thanks for the tips u have given…..
i wud lyk to knw more about clearing the exam. u have mentioned some materials to go thru. i dint understud wats NC booklet, Core n shell, Green homes and green factory. sorry if mine is a stupid question. but i really wanted to know about it. if possible please do reply….
It wasn’t easy to remember 5 questions with the multiple choices but I have attempted the same here.
There is no negative marking and hence please attempt all questions.
All the very best
The ECBC is applicable to what type of buildings?
1. Less than 500 KW of connected load
2. Greater than 500 KW of connected load
3. Less than 600 KW of connected load
4. Greater than 600 KW of connected load
RBTS is best to treat which water
1. Waste water
2. Rain water
3. Storm water
4. Pot water
What is the purpose of Zeriscape
1. Increase rain water harvesting
2. Save water consumption
3. Increase storm water run off
4. Decrease storm water run off
What can the project team do if a certain credit point is denied by IGBC
1. Cannot do anything
2. Appeal for review
3. Consider that they have achieved the credit and do nothing
4. Consult the IGBC staff
Wheeling of green power from a far away site helps in
1. Reducing pollution
2. Saves energy
3. Saves water consumption
could anyone tell us as to wat extend one should be familiar with the codes?? please feel free to be descriptive about this…..
hi bala!
Congratz for attaining the certification. truly appreciate your efforts to share your experience and also for posting question bank.
i wanted to inquire if there were numericals and calculation based questions. kindly share your thoughts how to tackle such questions.
hi neetul,
No numericals. rest assured. Only interpretative questions such as
Whether a lower SHADING COEFFICIENT is better or a higher one is better and so on.
Does the run off coefficient for asphalt high or low and so on.
The questions we put on this blog is reasonably representative of the actual exam so all the very best
Thanks
Bala
@bala: thank u vry much. as of now, i am done with my doubts but would disturb you at times whenever i come up with queries. 🙂
Thanx a lot Kiran
Mr Bala, In IGBC-AP, what is AP stands for?
Pl respond
IGBC – AP stands for Indian Green Building Council Accredited Professional.
Hello All,
Congratulations Mr.Bala!It is really a big achievement.
Will it be possible to list out only the questions which you had got in the exam.Because answers we can find out.
Mr. Kiran/Bala,
Can you please tell me how important it is to read the entire technical details given in the ECBC.I read it once and there are several calculations mentioned in that.do we need to read all of those?
Divya
Hi divya,
You must probably be referring to the ECBC user guide (100 pages). Or are you referring to the ECBC itself.
In any case pls note that I am referring to the ECBC user guide only and not the full code book.
The user guide is easy to read and there are a lot of calculations which is useful for practicing green professionals.
As someone preparing for the exam you need to know these details at a certain level of depth.
In one of my previous notes I have said that there will be no numericals. However you still need to know this because it has a bearing on the no. of points you will be able to garner for a project.
Best regards
bala
Hi Bala,
I am referring to ECBC user guide itself which has 78 pages then the details on Appendix A to I.
Just went through few questions which were posted on this Blog.Can you please clarify answer for these?
Ventilation rates for non air conditioned areas?
6-10 air changes per hour
In tropical climate U value of glass should be?
Low
Compost toilet treats the human wastes by?
Aerobic
Regards
Divya
Air change is the volume of air that has to enter and leave an enclosed area in cubic meters.
For example if a factory has dimensions 100ft x 30 ft x 12 ft (height) then the total volume of air = 36000 cft. 6 times 36000 = 216000 cft per hour of air has to enter and leave the factory in order to provide an ambiance that is comfortable. IF the wind velocity is less and that much air cannot enter and leave naturally then you may have to set up a fresh air fan or equivalent ventilation system to comply to this requirement.
2
The lower the U-value, the greater a product’s resistance to heat flow and the better its insulating value. Please visit the web site of glass academy (saint gobain). There are some very good e learning tools that will enrich your knowledge
3. A composting toilet is an aerobic processing system that treats excreta, typically with no water or small volumes of flush water, via composting or managed aerobic decomposition.[1] This is usually a faster process than the anaerobic decomposition at work in most waste water systems, such as septic systems.
Composting toilets are often used as an alternative to central wastewater treatment plants (sewers) or septic systems. Typically they are chosen (1) to alleviate the need for water to flush toilets, (2) to avoid discharging nutrients and/or potential pathogens into environmentally sensitive areas, or (3) to capture nutrients in human excreta. Several manufactured composting toilet models are on the market, and construct-it-yourself systems are also popular.[2
Please look at wiki for details
BEst regards
bala
THANK YOU VERY MUCH FOR THAT CLARIFICATION.
I DID GO THROUGH THE INFORMATION ON SAINT GOBAIN GLASS WEBSITE.IT IS A VERY GOOD INFORMATION ABOUT GLASS AND U VALUE,EMMISSIVITY,HEAT TRANSMITTANCE THEY HAVE.
IF I HAVE SOME MORE DOUBTS I WILL POST THEM HERE.HOPE ALL OF YOU CAN GUIDE ME.
REGARDS
DIVYA
hi frds,
thank you 4 putting such nice sample paper and info.
dat helps me alot 4 2morrows exam….
thank u very much…
hello all,
Thanks for so much help.
Those who had attampt or pass this exam, can u guys put some more problems on the forum?
I am going to take this exam on 1 jan. I will put down more problems after exam.
Hates of for BALA & KIRAN.
Hi
I have just cleared my IGBC exam. Must thank Mr Kiran and Mr Bala for started this blog. And as for the question bank all the fellow aspirants must go through the posted questions. They are of great help. Myself posting some to add more to the question bank:
1. Shading coefficient of glass in a tropical climate to achieve max. energy efficiency? (low, high, optimum, neither low nor high)
2. Advanced technology to treat contaminated soil in brownfield projects?
3. Installing moisture sensors in landscaping helps in?
4. What is the purpose of reusing portions of an existing bldg?
5. preferred location of co2 sensors in low density spaces?
6. Why post consumer recycled content accorded higher value than post industrial?
7. As per ECBC LPD for an office?
8. insist on outdoor lighting fixtures that are partially shielded to:
a) optimize energy performance
b) reduce/avoid spilling of light into neighboring sites
9. ECBS allows base bldg to assume air cooled chillers in base case as long as:
a) proposed bldg has installed water cooled chillers
b) proposed bldg has installed air cooled chillers
c) base load is met thru water based chillers
d) chiller size is less than 50 TR.
Dont remember all the options so posting whatever i did.
Hope these help.
There are two new rating system is also included in IGBC website.
1. IGBC Green Sez
2. IGBC Green Township.
Does these two topic are part of the syllabus. If yes can you clarify what kind of question might be asked?
As these two rating system needs a different criteria than IGBC NC, SHELL, HOME. Do I have to purchase any specific guideline for them?
Thanks for above questions.
For now Leed NC, Leed C & S, IGBC green homes and IGBC green factories are good enough. Please be thorough with NC and C & S. Understand the basics of homes and factories. Questions like green homes can be referred to what all projects?
also like if major part of a project is part of a factory than what guide should be referred?
ECBC, NBC is very important to understand the principles
Thanks
IGBC Green SEZ and IGBC Green Township rating systems both covers wide range of sustainability strategies ranging from type, location of the site, the layout, Environmental planning, Resources management and Community development. Go through the abridged versions of these rating systems.
About questions from these rating systems, sustainability practices for all rating systems are similar except change in values & number of points. Please go through the rating system and understand the each credit intent.
Dear Sir,
Can you possibly give me the correct answers too .
Regards,
Hi shika,
Good, brilliant and keep it up
Best regards
Bala
Thank Mr Bala
hi all!
i appeared the xam on 4th nov. and yeah….i m now a certified AP. The blog really helped while i was preparing for the exam. kiran and bala..good going guys! i have jotted down around 20 questions from my examination and would post them soon. bala was right when he said it’s 2 hrs exam and one would have ample time to revise and ponder over the questions that you have doubts on. that’s how i got time to jot down some questions. The questions that bala had posted were very helpful. i got 10-15 questions directly from that.
the exam is thoroughly on understanding the subject and there were absolutely no numericals. so, the aspirants rest in assurance, no maths at all! 🙂
one thing was surprinsing, the result didnt come instantly as two of my friends had told me(they had appeared the xam previously).i appeared on saturday and the result was informed on monday morning via mail. Anyways, all’s well that ends well.
Would update the blog with my set of Q’s soon. all d best chaps!
Congratulations Neetul!
Hi neetu,
Congratulations and all the very best
Regards
Bala
Hi Kiran/Bala,
U ppl are doing grt job. I am planning to take the IGBC exam in feb and have some doubts
1. Wr do i get the study materials?
2. How many days of preparation is required to clear the exam in first shot?
Dear Mahesh,
For a February exam you should start now.
All other details are available in this blog itself.
Please browse through the past messages above and you will have answer to the study materials details
Best regards
Bala
I remerber 2 questions.
1. Where do we keep co2 sensors where there is low occupancy.
2.Where do we keep co2 sensors where there is high occupancy.
the options for both question are
1. Return air ducts
2. Breathing level
3. Outside the room.
4. I dont remeber this option.
Dear Sir,
Can you please give me the answer for the question
Dear Sir,
Can you give me the answer for it too.
Regards,
sairam
Thank you guys. this blog is very informative.
I wanted know that, is there any time limit for registration, that you need to register for exam on IGBC site so many days before the actual date of exam..?
Please contact Mr. P.V.Moorthy at igbc. (p.v.murthy@cii.in).
He is the concerned person for all these matters.
040 23112971 ext 231
best regards
Bala
Ther is no such limit, but you have to select pre-defined test dates (avialable for next three months) at the time of registration.
note: exam is conducted only two times in a month (2nd & 4th saturday)
Thank you, bala n Kiran!
i cleared my exam yesterday wen and how do you get a certificate
Congratulations Mr. Uday !
You will receive certificate within two weeks by courier.
hi uday
I am also thinking abt this exam…bt dnt knw frm where to start,bcoz i dnt hv any guide books in this context..will u plz help me in this regard..
Ananda
Hey!
I am planning to give an exam on the same soon. I am an Architect and done masters in Sustainability of the built environment from UK. I have basic knowledge, but i wanted to ask how much time period is required to prepare and also pass with flying colors
Start preapration atleast one month before taking exam.
Go through my posts and comments for other details.
All the best for your exam.
hey kiran…
this website is really very useful… gr8 … can u pls let me know how many days is required to prepare for the exam.. i am planning to take igbc exam… I am BE civil graduate…. pls guide me in detail
HI KIRAN,
I AM PREPARING FOR THE IGBC AP EXAM.. I JUST CAME ACROSS IN IGBC WEBSITE THAT LEED 2011 HAS BEEN LAUNCHED…WILL IT AFFECT MY PREPARATION….I AM GOING THRO VERSION 1.0..
REGARDS,
SUDHA
As I said in my previous posts, IGBC AP is not based on any specific rating system. It test the knowledge of greeen building/sustainable development & practices and IGBC certification process. Launch of new rating system will not affect IGBC AP exam.
Thanks kiran and Bala…this is a very useful guide…thanks to you guys I am an IGBC AP now.
congratulations
Dear Bala / krian / All
First i thanks Mr Kiran / Bala for doing marvouls job helping people who really want to get through the IGBC exam . Icame accross this exam last four month . i had searched in net for the study material and guideence . i had stopped my plan to write the exam once i gone through this blog i had got the confidance and i am more interest to clear the exam . any i have lot of supporting guys who can help us .
thanks
Balasubramaniam
Hey kiran,
I’m preparing for the IGBC exam to write it in July 2011. I had a few doubts regarding the preparation for the exam.
1. I’ve been trying to search for the ‘Best Management Practices’ Section in the National Building Code India Book, but I mist not be having the complete nbc ‘s pdf or maybe, i cant figure out where that section comes. Could u point out where exactly does that section come in the NBC or is there some way, I can get the information from the net? I googled it but I was not able to find anything about ‘best management practices’.
2. You mentioned that we should have the basic knowledge of the ASHRAE standards. What resources do you recommend for this?…Will we have to go through the ASHRAE standards that are mentioned in the reference guide, in detail? If yes, where will I be able to get a hold of the standards? I searched online, but didnt find anything as such.
hi
im a BE civil student… n am planning to write this exam… ll it help in my placement..?
Sure it ll be additional qualification for you, whihc gives you an edge over other candidates.
k.. thanks…
Hi, Can you please help me understand the requirments fro audit within one year as required by LEED.
1. What is the intent of this Audit- Verify is building woring as per base case? or how much more it is consuming, if more than base case how it will impact the rating
2. Are other pints such as mainting differnt bing for recycling are donme otr not ? or The tie ups for waste discposal.
3. Etc..
Like in final visit before awarding LEED certification normally auditor will very 6-7 points . ow many in 1 yesr review.
Thanks
Ankur
Hi friends!
At the outset, i would like to all of you who have contributed to this blog, specifically Kiran. The info. in this blog helped me to clear the IGBC-AP exam. Yes, I am an IGBC-AP now…
I would like to share my experience in the IGBC-AP exam. Hope it would be useful for the aspirants…
As a first step in your exam prep. Pl. go through this blog completely – The blog clearly depicts the IGBC-AP exam – Reference books, Question types, sample questions.This would be very much helpful for you to plan your studies. Further, 10-15 questions from this blog are repeated in the exam.
In addition to questions indicated in the above blog, following are the questions which came up in June 04, 2011 exam. Sorry, i was able to remember very few questions…
1. Water consumption (LPD) in Office
2. Water consumption per Person (LPP) in urban city
3. ECBC is applicable to buildings with connected load of??
4. RBTS helps in treatment of??
All the very best for IGBC-AP aspirants!
Cheers!
Vinod – EY
Congrats Vinod
Thanks for your feedback
Hello Kiran,
I have no idea about IGBC – AP exam still now. After read your blog and comments and your solutions I got an idea. What qualification is required for this exam? When this exam is conducted?
Thanks a lot.
Shailaja
Excellent blog. Extremely good guidelines for all IGBC-AP aspirants. Please let me know the period this certificate is valid ? Is it one time certification with no validity. Please gibe details.
At present IGBC not mentioned any validity period for IGBC-AP cetificate
Where do i find ” Best management practice” in National Building Code 2005. I have the complete book with me.
Check part 10, chapter 4 which gives details about protection of landscaping during construction.
Hello Kiran,
As many of us already have, I would also like to thank you for starting this blog.
And Bala has made valuable contribution to help fellow aspirants.
I went through the blog and all the discussions.
After reading the blog and referring to the IGBC site, I am bit confused what to study throughly and what can be just read through for knowledge.
The site has following published as LEED Reference Guide:
1. Abridged version-LEED 2011 for India – NC
2. Download LEED-INDIA NC Abridged Version 1.0
3. Download LEED-INDIA CS Abridged Version 1.0
4. Download IGBC Green Homes – Abridged Version
5. Download IGBC Green Factory Building Abridged Version
6. IGBC Green SEZ Abridged Reference Guide (Pilot Version)
Can you kindly help me understand the most suitable guide for the exam?
Also I called the CII,Hyderabad office to order the book – I was asked to send a DD of INR 1000 and request one of the books for reference. Can you also advice which book should be ordered? Or is there no need to purchase the book?
Thanks in advance.
Get LEED India NC reference guide and go through this book which will help you to pass the exam. Go thorough all rating system for knowledge.
Thanks Kiran
hey hi… i wrote the exam today n now im an Indian Green Building Council™ Accredited Professional…….. thanks to all of u in dis blog…. most of the questions were from those mentioned here…..
Hey Srinidi,
It would be really great if you post some question from your exam… It will help others to grow as well as krian n Bala doing…
Hello Mr. Kiran,
Thanks a ton for such a wonderful website.
Incase if v hav 2 contact you on phone? Can v get ur phn no. plz?
Rgds
KK