In this online course, which is available on demand, you acquire the required know-how to process, apply and successfully accompany and submit DGNB certifications under the DGNB System for Sustainable Construction Sites. As well as learning about the different stages of the process and the software used by the DGNB, you will also be shown how to work with clients and DGNB departments involved in project support.
To complete the course, you will be given access to the DGNB learning platform for five weeks. During this time, you can learn content at your own pace thanks to a series of explanatory videos, short texts and learning assessments. There will also be a live online question and answer session with the DGNB tutors for you to ask questions.
This course is only available in German.
Acquired knowledge regarding the certification of construction sites also forms part of DGNB Construction Site Coordinator training and can only be booked in this context.
DGNB Construction Site Coordinator training comprises two modules (Expert Know-How – Sustainable Construction Sites and Certification Know-How – Sustainable Construction Sites). Following successful examination, participants are qualified to submit construction site projects for DGNB Certification.
Event details
- People undergoing further training to become a DGNB Construction Site Coordinator*
*Not relevant for licensed DGNB Auditors and DGNB Biodiversity Managers
This on-demand course provides you with the required support to start accompanying future projects in accordance with the DGNB System for Sustainable Construction Sites, from consulting clients to successful completion of DGNB Certification. In addition to learning the key stages of the process and the tools applied by the DGNB, you will also be shown how to work with clients and specialist subcontractors/tradesmen during projects.
Subject area 1: DGNB processes and criteria processing
Using explanatory videos, short texts and learning assessments, you will acquire the process and application know-how needed to successfully register and submit a project to the DGNB.
Contents overview:
- Understand the steps of a successful submission to the DGNB
- Learn how to apply the criteria and principles of successful verification based on a multi-stage exercise
- How to use the DGNB System Software correctly for audit processing
Subject area 2: Practical project support
Based on text units and interviews with a DGNB Construction Site Coordinator, acquire practical insights into supporting DGNB Certification projects.
Contents overview:
- First steps of DGNB Certification support: advising clients, understanding projects and placing projects into categories for pre-checks
- The services of a DGNB Construction Site Coordinator and the process of managing bids and contracts
- Carrying out pre-checks and using pre-checks to manage projects and teams
- Calculating the cost of your services and planning coordination
- Successful monitoring, support and documentation of certification during implementation
- Ensure targets are achieved and learn how to coordinate all measures, including capturing required evidence and documentation with others involved in the project.
- After gaining an understanding of what is important for conformity checks, you will be authorised to submit construction site projects to the DGNB for certification.
After you have completed the two modules of DGNB Construction Site Coordinator training (Expert Know-How/Certification Know-How – Sustainable Construction Sites), you will take a 30-minute exam at the end of this final course to confirm you have a firm grasp of sustainable construction site organisation and the DGNB System for Sustainable Construction Sites. After passing the exam, you will receive the title of DGNB Construction Site Coordinator. Further information can be found here.
The examination involves 25 questions on the content of Expert Know-How – Sustainable Construction Sites and can be completed online. The course content of Certification Know-How – Sustainable Construction Sites is not covered in the exam. All questions are multiple-choice. To pass the exam, you need to answer at least 70 per cent of questions correctly. If you do not achieve this score on your first attempt, you can try again one more time at no extra charge. The training module and the online exam are booked separately.
Duration
30 min. on one exam day
Location
Online
Price
€110 for DGNB members/members of a cooperating training institution1/people working for a local authority, a local government body or a municipal enterprise2
€160 for DGNB non-members
All fees are subject to the statutory VAT.
1 When booking, please enclose valid evidence of membership of a cooperating training institution.
2 These terms and conditions apply to local authorities in Germany. If you wish to make use of them, please confirm your eligibility during registration. For more information, see the landing page.
Reduced fees are subject to the DGNB fee schedule affecting all ordinary members and group members of the DGNB and their employees.
Please note: as this training is only available in German, please switch to German language settings to make a booking.
Duration
4 weeks' access to course content
Location
Online learning platform (on-demand)
Price
€580 for DGNB members/members of a cooperating training institution1/people working for a local authority, a local government body or a municipal enterprise2
€780 for DGNB non-members
All fees are subject to the statutory VAT.
1 When booking, please enclose valid evidence of membership of a cooperating training institution.
2 These terms and conditions apply to local authorities in Germany. If you wish to make use of them, please confirm your eligibility during registration. For more information, see the landing page.
Reduced fees are subject to the DGNB fee schedule affecting all ordinary members and group members of the DGNB and their employees.
Groups (10 participants or more)
For group bookings of 10 people or more, please contact us by writing to academy@dgnb.de.
Please note: As the training is held in German, please switch to German language settings to make a booking.
This event can only be booked in conjunction with DGNB Construction Site Coordinator training. Subject to the admission requirements of that training course. You can find more information here.
Using explanatory videos, texts and interactive quizzes, you learn through our digital learning platform, determine your own learning pace and work through content independently. We recommend that you put around eleven hours aside for the course. Our tutors will lead you through the course in the videos. You will have the opportunity to capture any questions that may arise and discuss them with other course participants and an expert from the DGNB in an online Q&A session.
You will receive access data for the learning platform two to three working days in advance. Our learning platform can be accessed through all standard browsers. No downloads are required. Alternatively, you can also use the app to learn on the go.
Discounted training to become a DGNB Construction Site Coordinator
The training is shortened for existing DGNB Auditors and DGNB Biodiversity Managers due to the omission of the Certification Know-How – Sustainable Construction Sites. DGNB Auditors and DGNB Consultants can complete the training without taking an exam. You can find all information on the DGNB Construction Site Coordinator qualification here.
Next dates and registration
Please note: as training is held in German, please switch to German language settings to make a booking.