Building Facilities Management
Construction
A course by
Lincoln University
Course covers issues and analytical techniques relating to the facilities and infrastructure of real property, including management industry structure, legislation, building materials, maintenance, and communication with professionals.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Lincoln University, Lincoln
Core skills this course teaches
Understand industry structure and legislation
Understand the structure and roles within the facilities management industry and be familiar with common practices, contracts and legislation such as the Building Act and Code, Fire Evacuation Regulations and disabled access requirements.
Critically analyse building options
Critically analyse options in terms of form, function, materials, performance and delivery methods for large-scale buildings, their services and maintenance.
Technical knowledge of building materials
What You're Signing Up For
The Building Facilities Management course explores the issues and analytical techniques related to facilities and infrastructure of real property. Students learn about the structure and roles within the facilities management industry with emphasis on common practices, contracts, and legislation such as the Building Act and Code. The course critically analyses options related to form, function, materials, performance, and delivery methods for large-scale buildings, their services and maintenance. Technical aspects of common building materials, components, and services are studied to enable sound judgements on performance and maintenance implications. Communication skills with service providers, consultants, and other professionals are also developed.
Course Content
- Facilities management industry structure and roles
- Common practices, contracts, and legislation (Building Act, Code, Fire Evacuation Regulations, disabled access requirements)
- Analytical techniques for large-scale buildings
- Form, function, materials, and delivery methods of buildings
- Technical aspects of building materials, components and services
- Performance and maintenance implications
- Communication with service providers, consultants and other professionals
What you need to know first
Building Construction, ENGN-105
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Construction
Facilities Management
Future employment opportunities might be
Facilities Manager
Building Maintenance Manager
Construction Project Manager