The chief building engineer runs the technical heart of a commercial building. This course covers central plant operations, electrical and life safety oversight, building automation, staff leadership, capital projects and the financial and regulatory responsibilities of the role, in eighteen practical lessons.

Modules

The Chief Engineer's Role

Lessons

• From Technician to Chief Engineer Preview
• Understanding Your Building as a System
• Working with Property Management Ownership and Tenants

Central Plant Operations

Lessons

• Chillers Cooling Towers and Chilled Water Systems
• Boilers Hot Water and Steam Systems
• Pumps Motors Drives and Water Treatment

Electrical Life Safety and Emergency Power

Lessons

• Switchgear Distribution and Power Quality
• Emergency Generators and UPS Systems
• Fire Protection Systems Oversight

Building Automation and Energy

Lessons

• Building Automation Systems for the Chief Engineer
• Energy Management and Utility Strategy
• Indoor Air Quality Comfort and Tenant Complaints

Leading the Engineering Team

Lessons

• Staffing Scheduling and Coverage
• Training Safety Culture and Performance
• Managing Contractors and Specialists

Projects Budgets and Compliance

Lessons

• Capital Projects and Equipment Replacement
• Engineering Budgets and Cost Control
• Codes Inspections and Recordkeeping