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LEED AP BD+C Exam Prep — 250+ cards + Free Mock
Anki deck for the LEED AP Building Design + Construction specialty.

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Free LEED AP BD+C Practice Test | 50-Question Readiness
Run the linked 50-question timed practice test for topic scoring, answer review, and a pass/no-pass remediation plan before deciding what to drill next.
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A project team is conducting an integrative design charrette for a new office building. Which participant would be MOST critical during early conceptual design to optimize energy performance and daylighting?
Correct: (b) Building envelope consultant. Envelope expertise is essential early because thermal performance, daylighting, and energy efficiency integrate at the building skin.

A mixed-use development near transit wants a strategy that addresses multiple Location and Transportation credit intents through coordinated policies and mode-shift programs. Which option best fits?
Correct: (d) Implement a comprehensive transportation demand management program. TDM combines policies, incentives, and monitoring to reduce drive-alone trips across multiple LT strategies.

During integrative process, the mechanical engineer finds a conflict between optimal energy performance and acceptable indoor air quality. What should the team do FIRST?
Correct: (d) Schedule a collaborative workshop with all relevant disciplines. Integrative process emphasizes cross-discipline problem-solving to find synergistic solutions.
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Product facts
- Cards
- 250+
- Coverage
- BD+C prerequisites and credits across SS, WE, EA, MR, IEQ, LT, IP
- Format
- .apkg
- Price
- $11 USD
- Checkout
- Gumroad
- Exam cycle
- Current GBCI LEED AP BD+C cycle
- Delivery
- Digital .apkg through Gumroad (instant download)
Coverage by exam topic
| Topic | Exam weight | Cards |
|---|---|---|
| Integrative Process and Location | BD+C categories | 50+ |
| Sustainable Sites and Water | BD+C categories | 50+ |
| Energy and Atmosphere | BD+C categories | 50+ |
| Materials and Resources | BD+C categories | 50+ |
| Indoor Environmental Quality | BD+C categories | 50+ |
More about LEED AP BD+CExam format, study tips, and how this deck compares
LEED AP BD+C exam prep
UniPrep2Go sells an independent LEED AP BD+C Anki deck with 250+ high-yield flashcards for active recall and exam terminology. Built from the same validated item bank as the free readiness check at https://uniprep2go.study/mock-exams/leed-ap-bd-c-readiness-check. It is delivered as an Anki .apkg file for $11 USD throug
Built for: Design professionals and LEED GA holders preparing for the BD+C specialty exam.
Covers: BD+C prerequisites and credits across SS, WE, EA, MR, IEQ, LT, IP.
- Spaced-repetition flashcards
- 250+ exam-focused flashcards
- Topic coverage table and samples on this page
- Linked free 50-question practice test
How this deck compares
250+ cards for LEED AP BD+C matches the current bd+c prerequisites and credits across ss, we, ea, mr, ieq, lt, ip in the coverage table — sized for daily review, not maximum download size. Start with the free 50-question LEED AP BD+C practice test, then drill weak rows from the table.
| Approach | Typical size | Tradeoffs |
|---|---|---|
| Free community decks | 1,000–3,000 |
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| Budget mega-packs | 1,000+ |
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| This deck | 250+ exam-focused flashcards |
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LEED AP BD+C study guide
Coverage focus for LEED AP BD+C
250+ items align to bd+c prerequisites and credits across ss, we, ea, mr, ieq, lt, ip: Integrative Process and Location (50+); Sustainable Sites and Water (50+); Energy and Atmosphere (50+); Materials and Resources (50+).
Suggested review cadence
Weeks 1–3: 20 new LEED AP BD+C cards per day. Week four: free LEED AP BD+C mock (50 questions) — review only missed table rows.
LEED AP with specialty Building Design + Construction (BD+C) validates advanced knowledge of LEED for new construction and major renovation projects. Requires an active LEED Green Associate. UniPrep2Go products are independent prep (not USGBC material).
- Questions
- 100 multiple-choice specialty exam (LEED Green Associate required separately unless taking combined exam)
- Time
- 2 hours specialty exam time (4 hours 20 minutes total for combined GA + AP exam)
- Passing score
- 170 scaled score on the specialty exam (and on GA if taking combined exam)
- Scoring
- 125–200 scaled score
- Delivery
- Prometric test center or online remote proctored
- Administered by
- Green Business Certification Inc. (GBCI) / U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC)
Knowledge domains and weights
| Domain | Weight |
|---|---|
| Integrative Process, Location and Transportation | IP and LT credit categories |
| Sustainable Sites and Water Efficiency | SS and WE credits |
| Energy and Atmosphere | EA prerequisites and credits — heavily weighted study area |
| Materials and Resources | MR credits including EPDs, sourcing, and waste |
| Indoor Environmental Quality | IEQ credits — air quality, lighting, comfort |
What changed in the current exam cycle
- Other LEED AP specialties (O+M, ID+C, Homes, ND) use separate exams — BD+C is for new construction and major renovation.
- Combined GA + AP exams require 170+ on both parts within the same application period.
- LEED APs must earn 30 continuing education hours every 2 years to maintain the credential (with GA maintenance requirements).
High-yield facts (commonly tested)
- You must hold an active LEED Green Associate before earning LEED AP BD+C (unless passing both in one combined sitting).
- BD+C applies to new construction and major renovation of commercial and institutional buildings.
- Prerequisites (P) must be met before corresponding credits (C) can be earned on real LEED projects — exam questions test this logic.
- Minimum program requirements and rating system selection (e.g., LEED v4.1 BD+C) frame many exam scenarios.
- Regional priority and impact area concepts appear across multiple credit categories.
Verify current exam fees, scheduling, and administrative details at www.usgbc.org/credentials/leed-ap-build-design-construction. Independent study aid — not official exam material.
FAQ
What is the difference between LEED Green Associate and LEED AP BD+C?
Green Associate is the broad entry credential; LEED AP BD+C is an advanced specialty focused on design and construction projects.
How long is the LEED AP BD+C exam?
100 multiple-choice questions in 2 hours for the specialty-only exam.
Are there other LEED AP specialties besides BD+C?
Yes — O+M (operations), ID+C (interior), Homes, and ND (neighborhood) each have separate specialty exams.
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