Description
Type of automatic control system where through a Building Managements System or Building Automation System (BAS) the control of a building’s ventilation, humidity, heating, lighting and other systems is being automated at centralised location and monitored through electronic systems.
Alternative labels
automation of buildings
types of BAS
types of building automation
types of building management system
kinds of building automation
sorts of building automation
types of building automation system
types of BMS
typology of building automation
Skill type
knowledge
Skill reusability level
cross-sector
Relationships with occupations
Essential knowledge
Building automation is an essential knowledge of the following occupations:
Optional knowledge
Building automation is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this knowledge may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.
Sensor engineer: Sensor engineers design and develop sensors, sensor systems and products that are equipped with sensors. They plan and monitor the manufacture of these products.
Electrical engineer: Electrical engineers design and develop electrical systems, electrical equipment, components, motors, and equipment with the feature of energy transmission. They engage in large scale projects such as the design and maintenance of power stations, and the distribution of power to smaller applications such as household appliances.
Facilities manager: Facilities managers perform strategic planning as well as routine operational planning related to buildings’ administration and maintenance. They control and manage health and safety procedures, supervise the work of contractors, plan and handle buildings maintenance operations, fire safety and security issues, oversee buildings’ cleaning activities, utilities infrastructure and are in charge of space management.
Operations manager: Operations managers plan, oversee and coordinate the daily operations of production of goods and provision of services. They also formulate and implement company policies and plan the use of human resources and materials.
References
- Building automation – ESCO