Description
Computer-based control systems that monitor mechanical and electrical equipment in a building such as HVAC, security and lighting systems.
Alternative labels
M&E systems
building systems monitoring technology
building monitoring systems
building monitoring technology systems
building M&E systems
systems of building monitoring technology
lighting systems
HVAC systems
security systems
Skill type
knowledge
Skill reusability level
sector-specific
Relationships with occupations
Essential knowledge
Building systems monitoring technology is an essential knowledge of the following occupations:
Building electrician: Building electricians install and maintain electricity cables and other electrical infrastructure in buildings. They make sure installed electrical equipment is isolated and presents no fire hazards. They understand existing situations and make improvements if called for.
Electrician: Electricians fit and repair electrical circuits and wiring systems. They also install and maintain electrical equipment and machinery. This work can be performed indoors as well as outdoors, in nearly every type of facility.
Domestic electrician: Domestic electricians install and maintain electrical infrastructures and domestic machinery in homes and other residential buildings. They perform inspections and repair defective parts to ensure efficiency.
Industrial electrician: Industrial electricians install and maintain electricity cables and other electrical infrastructure in large industrial and commercial buildings. They perform inspections and repair defective parts of electrical systems to ensure efficiency.
Electrical supervisor: Electrical supervisors monitor the operations involved in installing and servicing electricity cables and other electrical infrastructure. They assign tasks and take quick decisions to resolve problems.
Optional knowledge
Building systems monitoring technology 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.
Property developer: Property developers buy land, finance deals, order construction projects and orchestrate the process of development. They purchase a tract of land, decide on a marketing strategy, and develop the building program. Developers must also obtain legal approval and financing. When the project is finished, they may lease, manage, or sell the property.
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