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BEMS (building energy management systems) controls engineer (level 4)

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The control, performance and efficiency of energy usage in industrial, commercial and public buildings.

Knowledge, skills and behaviours
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Knowledge

  • Understanding building control technologies and theory including: The primary role and function of the control system The merits of automated control over manual control methods The development of interface protocols so data can be shared and exchanged between the BEMS and 3rd party systems e.g. access systems and lighting systems.
  • Understand the fundamentals of controlling HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning) and building technology.
  • Understand hydrodynamics and hydronic systems in buildings e.g. the transfer of heat energy and cooling energy through a building using water.
  • Understand thermodynamic relationships in air conditioning systems.
  • Understand cooling systems, heat generation and renewable technology.
  • Understand the principles and practices of measurement technology.
  • Understand Control Panel wiring, construction and relay logic.
  • Understand the control principles associated with the design, function, facilities management and use of the building.
  • Understand communications technology protocols and media.
  • Understand the practices and procedures for the installation of BEMS wiring systems.
  • Understand the principles and practices for the commissioning of BEMS and associated equipment in buildings.
  • Understand the principles for diagnosing and correcting faults in BEMS network systems and BEMS equipment in buildings.
  • Understand the energy efficiency and comfort control requirement within buildings.
  • Understand the testing, inspection and certification of BEMS related controls equipment.
  • Understand the operation and application of BEMS field devices e.g. sensors.
  • Understand relevant health & safety legislation and safe working practices applying to themselves and others. Give particular reference to understanding the requirements for protection of and safe working with electrical installations and BEMS impact on ‘wellbeing’.
  • Understand the general characteristics of electrical installations and how to assess them.
  • Understand the requirements of inspection and testing of BEMS element of electrical installations.
  • Understand the principles of control logic including the fundamentals of proportional and integral control.

Skills

  • Applying the control principles associated with the design, function and use of buildings e.g. to create points lists, description of operation, cable schedules.
  • Incorporating hydrodynamics/ hydronic systems into designs.
  • Applying the principles and practices of measurement technology.
  • Incorporating cooling systems, heat generation and renewable technology into designs as applicable.
  • Incorporating Control Panel wiring, construction and relay logic into the design process.
  • Applying communications technology protocols and media e.g. MODBUS and BACNET.
  • Applying relevant safety legislation, codes of practice and safe working practices to themselves and others.
  • Identifying requirements for protection of electrical installations.
  • Incorporating the needs of a variety of building stakeholders (e.g. owners/ operators) within the design of the BEMS system.
  • Applying the practices and procedures for the installation of BEMS wiring systems.
  • Interpreting the requirements for the BEMS element of electrical installations.
  • Applying the principles and practices for the commissioning of BEMS systems and equipment in a variety of building types and environments.
  • Applying the principles, for diagnosing and correcting faults in BEMS network systems and BEMS equipment.
  • Applying the principles for completing conditional site surveys, along with associated recommendations.
  • Applying knowledge of energy efficiency to optimise comfort in buildings whilst minimising energy usage.
  • Identifying the requirements of inspection and testing of BEMS element of electrical installations within relevant legislative requirements, specifications, codes of practice and industry recognised practices.
  • Carrying out the testing, inspection and certification of BEMS related controls and equipment.
  • Applying the principles and practices for the design and commissioning of standard network architectures e.g. Ethernet TCP/IP, MSTP and RS48.
  • Carrying out updates to BEMS system hardware to ensure compatibility with latest products.

Behaviours

  • Be aware of the needs and concerns of others, especially in relation to diversity and equality.
  • Create maintain, and enhance productive working relationships.
  • Commit to compliance with health and safety.
  • Strive to communicate effectively with work colleagues and clients using oral, written and electronic methods to communicate technical and other information.
  • Take responsibility for working independently and completing work to the appropriate specifications and codes of practice.
  • Solving problems within their own scope of responsibility, by applying technical and behavioural skills and knowledge to define the problem, identify, evaluate and select alternatives and implement solutions.
  • Accepting responsibility for their own work and actions and that of others in their team.
  • Accepting, prioritizing, delegating and undertaking technical and other tasks effectively.
  • Committed to working effectively with colleagues, the public, clients and other stakeholders.
  • Take responsibility for personal development, demonstrating commitment to learning and self-improvement.
  • Exercise responsibilities in an ethical manner.
  • Undertake work in a way that contributes to sustainable development.
Apprenticeship category (sector)
Construction and the built environment
Qualification level
4
Equal to higher national certificate (HNC)
Course duration
36 months
Maximum funding
£15,000
Maximum government funding for
apprenticeship training and assessment costs.
Job titles include
  • BEMS Controls Engineer
  • BEMS Engineer

View more information about BEMS (building energy management systems) controls engineer (level 4) from the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education.