Whether you’ve just inherited a brand-new building automation system (BAS) or have been working with the same one for years, Smart Buildings Academy has created the BAS Operations Management course with you in mind. As the owner/operator of the system, we know everyone is counting on you to deliver a suitable environment for your occupants with a high degree of reliability and at the lowest cost.
This comprehensive, online program is designed to empower facility managers, engineers, and operators. This course equips you with the knowledge and skills to confidently oversee your building’s operations, ensuring smooth performance, cost-efficiency, and effective maintenance.
Here's a quick glance of OPS100: BAS Operations Management:
Module 1: Introduction to Building Automation Systems (BAS)
This module provides a foundational understanding of BAS documentation and user interfaces, helping students efficiently navigate and interact with the system. Participants will also learn about BAS point objects and devices, gaining insights into their functions and roles within the system architecture.
Module 2: Scheduling and Trend Analysis in BAS
Students will master the scheduling features within BAS, enabling them to automate system operations based on time or events. Additionally, this module covers the analysis of BAS trends and the use of trend charts for monitoring system performance over time.
Module 3: Alarm Management and Reporting in BAS
This module focuses on effective alarm management strategies, including prioritization and response procedures. Students will also learn how to generate and interpret BAS reports, providing them with the tools needed for system analysis and decision-making.
Module 4: BAS Overrides and Graphics
Participants will understand how to implement BAS overrides, with an emphasis on best practices for temporary and emergency adjustments. The module also explores the creation and use of BAS graphics, allowing students to visualize system operations and data effectively.
Module 5: BAS Backup and Maintenance
This module covers the importance of regular BAS backups and provides guidance on performing them effectively. It also delves into maintenance practices guided by ASHRAE Standard 180, helping students develop a comprehensive maintenance schedule tailored to their BAS. The focus extends to specific maintenance requirements for various BAS devices to ensure longevity and efficiency.
Module 6: Test and Balance - Commissioning (ASHRAE Standard 111)
Students will gain an understanding of the principles of test and balance as outlined in ASHRAE Standard 111. The module covers real-world application of the standard, including flow measurement and balancing techniques. Participants will also learn how to interpret TAB reports, log test data, and understand the role of commissioning reports and corrective actions.
Module 7: Service Management (ASHRAE 11)
This module explores the principles of service management as defined by ASHRAE Standard 11. Students will learn how to establish an effective triage process and implement best practices for service management, ensuring efficient and responsive system maintenance.
Module 8: Energy Management
In this module, students will discover the fundamentals of energy management and its importance in building operations. The module covers metering systems, energy conservation measures (ECMs), and methods for calculating building loads to optimize energy use.
Module 9: Operations & Maintenance (O&M) Manual Creation and Maintenance (ASHRAE Guideline 1.4)
This module teaches the purpose and structure of O&M manuals for building systems. Students will gain skills in creating comprehensive O&M manuals tailored to specific systems, along with best practices for maintaining and updating these crucial documents.
Module 10: Industry Standards (ASHRAE Standards 55, 62, 90, and 228-2023)
Students will explore key industry standards, including thermal comfort (ASHRAE 55), ventilation in buildings (ASHRAE 62), energy management in buildings (ASHRAE 90), and building environmental assessment (ASHRAE 228-2023). This module emphasizes the application of these standards in building design and operation.
Module 11: Sustainable and Green Building Practices (ASHRAE 189.1)
This final module introduces students to the principles and practices of sustainable building design in accordance with ASHRAE 189.1. The focus is on high-performance green building design and its impact on sustainability and environmental responsibility.
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SBA's courses are fully online, on-demand, and accelerated learning experiences. Students can watch the lesson once or dozens of times, increasing retention of and confidence in the material.
Each course goes through an extensive beta process prior to being rolled out. This ensures that every lesson delivers valuable insights that your employees can apply immediately.
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