Course description

Advanced technology is being applied to building systems enabling automation of the sequence of control and operation. The students in this course will be able to apply the theory of sustainability using readily available software and hardware. The case study will include residential, commercial and institutional buildings. The students will learn how to turn a building into a smart building using economical direct digital controls. The building automation and energy management is essential to optimize the use of energy and reduce operating cost as well as streamline maintenance by using the ability to continuously monitor the systems. The building management system course will also reflect the effectiveness of keeping operators and building owners informed, engaged, and connected with their customized automation. The integration between energy management and other systems in the building will also be discussed similar to interlocking with the energy management system with security system and alarm management. Students will also be informed about the communication protocols used in the industry and how it is crucial to align the energy management system implantation strategy with vision of future expansion and integration

Course details

Hours: 42
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None

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Registration dates

Not all courses are offered each term.

Winter 2025 registration opens November 4, 2024. Spring 2025 registration opens March 17, 2025.

Delivery options

In person: classes held in person on a campus/site in a classroom/lab/shop/studio for the course duration

Online - Asynchronous: ​100% online delivery, no scheduled day or time course requirements with the instructor, assigned due dates

Online - Synchronous: 100% online delivery, scheduled day and time course requirements with the instructor, assigned due dates

Hybrid: any combination of in person, timetabled, on campus, online, and hyflex delivery