Chief Building Engineer
Step up from technician to chief engineer — central plant, electrical, automation, staff leadership, capital projects and compliance.
- 6 modules, 18 self-paced lessons
- Practical action steps in every lesson
- Certificate of completion
- 30-day money-back guarantee
Who this track is for
Senior building engineers and operating engineers preparing to lead the engineering department of a commercial property.
What you will be able to do
- Run central plant operations: chillers, cooling towers and boilers
- Oversee switchgear, emergency power and fire protection
- Use building automation for energy and tenant comfort
- Staff, schedule and lead an engineering team
- Plan capital projects and control engineering budgets
- Keep codes, inspections and recordkeeping in order
Course curriculum
6 modules and 18 lessons, taken in order at your own pace.
Module 1 · The Chief Engineer's Role
- From Technician to Chief Engineer
- Understanding Your Building as a System
- Working with Property Management Ownership and Tenants
Module 2 · Central Plant Operations
- Chillers Cooling Towers and Chilled Water Systems
- Boilers Hot Water and Steam Systems
- Pumps Motors Drives and Water Treatment
Module 3 · Electrical Life Safety and Emergency Power
- Switchgear Distribution and Power Quality
- Emergency Generators and UPS Systems
- Fire Protection Systems Oversight
Module 4 · Building Automation and Energy
- Building Automation Systems for the Chief Engineer
- Energy Management and Utility Strategy
- Indoor Air Quality Comfort and Tenant Complaints
Module 5 · Leading the Engineering Team
- Staffing Scheduling and Coverage
- Training Safety Culture and Performance
- Managing Contractors and Specialists
Module 6 · Projects Budgets and Compliance
- Capital Projects and Equipment Replacement
- Engineering Budgets and Cost Control
- Codes Inspections and Recordkeeping
How it works
Self-paced online course hosted on Technical Skills College. Enroll, sign in, and work through the modules in order. Apply each lesson's action step on the job or in practice, and finish with a certificate of completion. You keep lifetime access, including updates.
This track is also included in the TSC Pro Bundle ($497), which covers every career track.
Questions
Is this a license or certification?
No. This is skills training. You receive a certificate of completion from Technical Skills College. Licenses and industry certifications are issued by state agencies and independent certifying bodies, and requirements vary by state and trade. Always verify your local requirements.
How long do I have access?
Lifetime access, including updates.
What if it is not for me?
Digital products carry a 30-day money-back guarantee. See the Refund Policy.