Designation/Certificate: FMA®

When used properly, technology can significantly enhance the performance of your facilities. This course will help you better understand the impact of technology on both workers and the workplace. You will gain the knowledge to evaluate your current technological services and systems, as well as to determine the appropriate technologies your portfolio requires. You will learn about hardware, software, telecommunications systems, computer-aided facility management, security systems, and much more.  

Learning Objectives

• Guidance in recognizing which computer platforms and software applications will work with your company's system
• The ability to identify programs that suit your automation needs
• The capability of evaluating and selecting technological systems and/or service  

Major Topics Covered

• The growth of technology in the workplace
• CAFM (computer-aided facility management)
• LANs (local area networks)
• CAD (computer-aided design) systems
• Telecommunications systems
• Power, wiring, and flooring
• HVAC, lighting, and ceilings
• Technology-intensive spaces
• Management of security systems  

Course Table of Contents

• Facilities Management Technology
• Organization-Specific Technology
• Justifying Technology Initiatives
• Implementing New Technology
• Basic Computer Hardware and Software Systems
• The Role and Function of Computer Networks in Business
• Telecommunication Systems
• Technology-Intensive Spaces
• Computer-Aided Facility Management Systems
• Intelligent Buildings and Building Automation Systems
• Electrical Power, Wiring, and Flooring
• Facilities Support for Workstation Designs
• Security and Technology  

Available Delivery Options

Accelerated Classroom Review / Self-Study/ Instructor-Led On-line Course