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Building Systems & Maintenance in Facilities Management
Course Description
This 5-day intensive program provides foundational knowledge and practical skills related to the operation, maintenance, and planning of key building systems—namely HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and civil infrastructure. It also covers core principles of preventive and corrective maintenance, work order management, and planning for facility maintenance. Designed with real-world application in mind, this course ensures that participants are equipped to support the effective functioning, safety, and sustainability of buildings and facilities.
  • Junior Facility Supervisors / Coordinators
  • Assistant Maintenance Managers
  • Engineering Technicians and Technologists
  • Graduates entering facility operations roles
  • Professionals seeking foundational knowledge of building systems and maintenance

Interactive training combines theory with role play, team exercises and group interaction, including examples and exercise activities. Evaluation through participation and group discussion

Day 1 – Introduction to Building Systems & Maintenance

  • Overview of facilities maintenance: purpose, scope, and importance
  • Classification of building systems (hard vs. soft FM)
  • Types of maintenance: corrective (cm), preventive (pm), predictive (PdM), condition-based (CBM)
  • Roles in maintenance teams
  • Overview of maintenance planning & scheduling
  • Introduction to maintenance work orders and documentation
  • Basic KPIs and maintenance metrics

Day 2 – HVAC Systems: Basics & Maintenance

  • HVAC Fundamentals: Components, Air Handling Units, Chillers, Cooling Towers
  • Ventilation and Indoor Air Quality
  • Controls and Thermostats
  • Routine Preventive Maintenance Tasks
  • Common HVAC Faults and Troubleshooting
  • Energy Efficiency Considerations in HVAC
  • Recording and Reporting Maintenance Activities

Day 3 – Electrical Systems & Plumbing

  • Basics of Electrical Distribution in Buildings
  • Panels, Circuit Breakers, Safety Devices
  • Electrical PM Tasks: Testing, Inspections
  • Lock-out/Tag-out (LOTO) and Electrical Safety
  • Water Supply and Drainage Systems
  • Valves, Pumps, Fixtures
  • Preventive Maintenance for Plumbing Systems
  • Leak Detection and Repair Principles

Day 4 – Civil Works & Structural Maintenance

  • Building Fabric: Walls, Floors, Roofs, Windows
  • Waterproofing and Expansion Joints
  • Finishes and External Façade Maintenance
  • Civil Works Maintenance Schedules and Checklists
  • Repair of Minor Structural Defects (e.g., cracks, sealants)
  • Drainage and External Works (paving, curbs, etc.)
  • Reporting and Documentation of Observations

Day 5 – Maintenance Planning and CMMS

  • Principles of Maintenance Planning and Scheduling
  • Job Plans, Resource Planning, and Spare Parts Management
  • Using CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems)
  • Interactive Case Study: Developing a Weekly PM Schedule
  • Wrap-Up and Final Q&A
  • Post-Course Assessment / Quiz
  • Course Feedback and Certification of Completion

📜 Certification Alignment

This course supports foundational knowledge aligned with the following international certifications and standards:

  • IFMA (International Facility Management Association): Core competencies in Operations & Maintenance.
  • SMRP (Society for Maintenance & Reliability Professionals): Aligned with Pillar 3 (Equipment Reliability) and Pillar 4 (Work Management).
  • MEFMA (Middle East Facility Management Association): General FM technical maintenance competencies.
  • BICSc (British Institute of Cleaning Science): Relevant to general building upkeep and asset condition.
  • ISO 41001 / ISO 55001 Foundations: Understanding systems that support efficient asset and facilities management.

BTS attendance certificate will be issued to all attendees completing minimum of 80% of the total course duration.

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Course Rounds

5 Days
Code Date Venue Fees Action
MI208-01
2026-04-12
Dubai
USD 5450
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MI208-02
2026-08-23
Jeddah
USD 5450
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MI208-03
2026-10-04
Dubai
USD 5450
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MI208-04
2026-12-21
Kuala-Lumpur
USD 5950
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