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Overview of Building Technician Role
Introduce the responsibilities and duties of a building technician, including maintaining...
Common Building Systems
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Safety Procedures and Regulations
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Building Maintenance Techniques
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Energy Efficiency in Buildings
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Building Automation Systems
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Customer Service Skills for Building Technicians
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Environmental Sustainability Practices
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Unit Outline 40h

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5 objectives
  • Understand the roles and responsibilities of a building technician in maintaining building systems.
  • Identify and describe common building systems and their functions.
  • Apply safety procedures and regulations relevant to building maintenance.
  • Demonstrate basic building maintenance techniques including troubleshooting and preventive maintenance.
  • Explain energy efficiency and sustainability practices in building operations.

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Unit 4352: Building Technician Fundamentals

1. Overview of Building Technician Role

  • Definition and importance of a building technician
  • Key responsibilities and duties
    • Maintaining building systems
    • Troubleshooting and problem resolution
    • Ensuring overall building functionality
  • Work environment and typical daily tasks

2. Common Building Systems

  • Introduction to building systems
  • HVAC systems
    • Components and operation
    • Common issues and maintenance
  • Electrical systems
    • Wiring, panels, and safety
    • Inspection and troubleshooting
  • Plumbing systems
    • Water supply, drainage, and fixtures
    • Leak detection and repairs
  • Fire protection systems
    • Types of fire systems (sprinklers, alarms)
    • Inspection and testing procedures
  • Integration of systems for building safety and comfort

3. Safety Procedures and Regulations

  • Importance of safety in building maintenance
  • Overview of OSHA regulations
  • Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) usage
  • Handling hazardous materials safely
  • Emergency response procedures
    • Fire emergencies
    • Chemical spills
    • Evacuation protocols

4. Building Maintenance Techniques

  • Preventive maintenance concepts
  • Routine inspection checklists
  • Troubleshooting common system issues
  • Performing basic repairs
  • Documentation and reporting maintenance activities

5. Energy Efficiency in Buildings

  • Definition and benefits of energy efficiency
  • Strategies to reduce energy consumption
    • Lighting, HVAC optimization, insulation
  • Monitoring and optimizing building performance
  • Sustainable practices in energy use

6. Building Automation Systems

  • Role of automation in building management
  • Smart technologies overview
    • Sensors, controllers, and actuators
  • Monitoring and control of HVAC, lighting, security
  • Benefits of automation: efficiency, comfort, and cost savings

7. Customer Service Skills for Building Technicians

  • Importance of communication and interpersonal skills
  • Professional interaction with building occupants
  • Coordinating with contractors and vendors
  • Handling complaints and service requests effectively

8. Environmental Sustainability Practices

  • Green building concepts
  • Renewable energy sources (solar, wind, geothermal)
  • Use of eco-friendly materials
  • Reducing environmental impact of maintenance activities
  • Promoting sustainability in daily operations
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