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Building Systems

Industry-Specific
Digital Skills

Engineering, Construction, and Infrastructure

Duration

8:00 p.m.

PRESENTATION

The Building Systems course offers you the opportunity to become an expert in a booming industry. With the continued growth of urbanization and the modernization of infrastructure, the demand for professionals trained in the design and drafting of building systems is on the rise. Through this course, you’ll acquire key skills for designing building systems—from home automation to energy harvesting systems—ensuring you’re prepared to tackle the industry’s current and future challenges. You’ll learn to accurately document building systems and prepare detailed cost estimates—two essential skills for standing out in the job market. In addition, you’ll become familiar with the latest technological and organizational innovations, ensuring that your training remains at the cutting edge.

Objectives

  • Identify the types of building systems and their specific functions.

  • Understand the design and function of general and local networks in buildings.

  • Apply knowledge of home automation to improve energy efficiency.

  • Identify and describe water distribution and sanitation facilities.

  • Analyze ventilation and power distribution systems in buildings.

Syllabus

TEACHING UNIT 1. DESIGN OF BUILDING SYSTEMS 1. Definition of a building system 2. Building systems: Types and functions 3. System support facilities (utility rooms) 4. General building networks and local networks 5. Home automation 6. Sanitary systems 7. Cold water and domestic hot water distribution systems 8. Heating systems 9. Ventilation 10. Power distribution systems (electricity and gas) 11. Telecommunications Systems 12. Transportation Systems 13. Lightning Protection 14. Fire Protection 15. Energy Harvesting Systems TEACHING UNIT 2. REPRESENTATION OF BUILDING SYSTEMS 1. Graphics and Symbols 2. Information and Scale 3. Proportional and Non-Proportional Elements in Representation 4. Identification of Systems 5. Identification of Construction Solutions TEACHING UNIT 3. MEASUREMENTS AND BUDGETS 1. Chapters, Line Items, and Work Units 2. Units and Measurement Criteria 3. Unit Prices and Itemized Prices 4. Valuation Criteria 5. Construction Databases TEACHING UNIT 4. APPLICATION OF TECHNOLOGICAL AND ORGANIZATIONAL INNOVATIONS IN THE DESIGN OF BUILDING SYSTEMS 1. Innovative computer applications and equipment recently implemented 2. Innovative organizational and production processes recently implemented 3. Innovative materials and solutions recently implemented
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