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EDGE EDGE-Expert Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | IFC (International Finance Corporation, World Bank Group) |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiencies (EDGE Expert) Exam |
| Exam Number: | EDGE-Expert |
| Related Certifications: | EDGE Certified EDGE Zero Carbon EDGE Auditor EDGE Advanced |
| Available Languages: | Indonesian Bahasa, Portuguese, Chinese, Vietnamese, English, Spanish, French |
| Exam Price: | $100 USD |
| Exam Duration: | 150 minutes |
| Real Exam Qty: | 75 |
| Exam Format: | Closed-book, Multiple-choice questions, Computer-based |
| Passing Score: | 70% |
| Certificate Validity Period: | 3 years |
| Recommended Training: | GBCI EDGE Technical Workshop IFC EDGE Expert Training |
| Exam Registration: | Prometric Registration |
| Sample Questions: | EDGE EDGE-Expert Sample Questions |
| Exam Way: | Computer-based; available at Prometric test centers or remotely proctored online |
| Pre Condition: | 1. Hold a bachelor's degree or higher in construction/built environment field; OR bachelor's in any field + 3 years relevant construction industry experience; OR be a current LEED AP. 2. Complete official EDGE Technical Workshop / training course and obtain Exam Eligibility ID. |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://edge.gbci.org/auditors |
EDGE EDGE-Expert Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Weight | Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| Topic 1: EDGE Software & Application | 10% | - Using EDGE calculation tool
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| Topic 2: Certification Process & Roles | 10% | - Role of EDGE Expert
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| Topic 3: Energy Efficiency | 25% | - Energy-saving strategies
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| Topic 4: Materials & Embodied Carbon | 15% | - Low-impact material selection
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| Topic 5: EDGE Fundamentals & Framework | 20% | - Core principles of EDGE
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| Topic 6: Water Efficiency | 20% | - Water baseline assessment
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EDGE Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiencies (EDGE Expert) Sample Questions:
What or who determines the baseline assumptions in EDGE?
- A. Market survey of best construction practices
- B. EDGE Auditors
- C. EDGE software users
- D. Market survey of typical construction practices
Correct Answer: D 🗳️
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Which of the following does NOT contribute to an EDGE Auditor maintaining their Auditor status?
- A. Performing at least one project site audit every two years.
- B. Attending refresher training.
- C. Retaking the auditor exam.
- D. Studying the EDGE user guides as and when they are updated.
Correct Answer: C 🗳️
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Which of the following is NOT an option for insulation in materials efficiency measures?
- A. Polypropylene
- B. Polystyrene
- C. Polyurethane
- D. Mineral wool
Correct Answer: A 🗳️
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Within the EDGE methodology, recycled water or rainwater harvested on site is deducted from the building's Improved Case water consumption and is reported as:
- A. Wastewater
- B. Potable water
- C. Water usage
- D. Water savings
Correct Answer: D 🗳️
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What is the application process for an architect with more than three years of professional experience to become an EDGE Auditor?
- A. First become an EDGE Expert, then apply to a Certifier.
- B. Apply directly to a EDGE Certifier.
- C. First become an EDGE Expert, then apply directly to IFC.
- D. Apply directly to EDGE Operations and Management Team.
Correct Answer: A 🗳️
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