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FACILITY MANAGEMENT 1100 Introduction to Facility Management 3 credit hours An overview of facility and property management techniques. Topics include the organization of the facilities and property industries, budgeting, standards, labor relations, safety, personnel administration, maintenance (exterior and interior), energy conservation, HVAC systems and space planning. Course requires Reading Placement Test Score-Category One. (3 lecture hours)

FACILITY MANAGEMENT 1840 Independent Study – Individualized 1 to 4 credit hours Exploration and analysis of topics within the discipline to meet individual student-defined course description, goals, objectives, topical outline and methods of evaluation in coordination with and approved by the instructor. May be taken three times for credit as long as different topics are selected. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. Course requires Reading Placement Test Score-Category One. (1 to 4 lecture hours)

FACILITY MANAGEMENT 2202 Facility Systems – Electrical 3 credit hours An overview of the electrical systems within a facility and their integration within the total structure. Systems reviewed are lighting distribution, power sources, motor controls and distribution, alarm systems, interior communications, and applicable codes and standards. Course requires Reading Placement Test Score-Category One. (3 lecture hours)

FACILITY MANAGEMENT 2203 Facility Systems – Mechanical 3 credit hours An overview of the mechanical systems within a facility and their integration within the total structure. Systems reviewed are interior and exterior plumbing, waste disposal, heating, ventilation, air conditioning, refrigeration, fire protection, and applicable codes and standards. Course requires Reading Placement Test Score-Category One. (3 lecture hours)

FACILITY MANAGEMENT 2204 Interior Space Planning 3 credit hours An overview of interior design principles and methods including the basics of space planning, real estate transactions, systems furniture, and the processes of an interior project (renovation and new construction), hiring an outside interiors consultant, and Computer-Aided Facility Management (CAFM). Course requires Reading Placement Test Score-Category One. (2 lecture hours, 2 lab hours)

FACILITY MANAGEMENT 2215 Facility and Property Management 3 credit hours Application of master planning, space standards, renovation, and relocation of existing facilities with emphasis on major problems confronting professional planners, managers and designers. Prerequisite: Facility Management 1100 or equivalent. Course requires Reading Placement Test Score-Category One. (3 lecture hours)

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