Program Information
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Location: Oak Creek Campus
- Pathway: Manufacturing, Construction & Transportation
- Program Code: 30-481-1
- Offering: In-class
- Degree Type: Technical Diploma
- Start Dates: August and January
About the Automated Building Systems Diploma
Description
Learn about emerging technologies and gain entry-level skills required for careers as technicians and specialists in building automations and controls. This industry encompasses a broad range of technologies used to efficiently control the electrical and mechanical systems in commercial, industrial and institutional buildings. Courses are taught in the Automated Building Systems (ABS) Lab.
In this field, there is potential for advancement, progressing from entry-level installation work to troubleshooting and programming duties, to facility management.
Classes are held in the Center for Energy Conservation and Advanced Manufacturing (ECAM) at Oak Creek Campus.
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Detailed Program Information
2021-22 Curriculum
| Course | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ABS-140 | Building Systems 1 | 3 |
| ABS-141 | Building Systems 2 | 2 |
| ABS-142 | Measurement and Verification for ABS | 1 |
| ABS-143 | Electrical Concepts/Control Theory 1 for ABS | 2 |
| ABS-144 | Control Theory 2 for ABS ‡ | 2 |
| ABS-150 | Energy Auditing for ABS | 2 |
| ABS-145 | Control Theory 3 for ABS ‡ | 2 |
| ABS-148 | Automated Building Control Systems ‡ | 4 |
| ABS-149 | Networking Automated Building Systems | 4 |
| ABS-151 | Commissioning Automated Building Systems | 2 |
| ABS-153 | ABS Capstone Project Course ‡ | 1 |
| TOTAL CREDITS | 25 |
‡ Prerequisite required.
Program curriculum requirements are subject to change.
Current MATC students should consult their Academic Program Plan for specific curriculum requirements.
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Program Outcomes
- Perform building and energy use assessments
- Install equipment and materials
- Service building automation systems
Career Outlook
POSSIBLE CAREERS
Control Systems Installer
HVAC Controls Technician
Building Automation Systems Specialist, Integrator or Technician
Control Systems Designer
Energy Management Technician
Systems Technician or Specialist
Application Engineer
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