AFE AFE Technology & Innovation in Facilities

Question 1

What does the acronym 'BIM' stand for in the context of facilities engineering and construction?

Accepted Answer

Building Information Modeling

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Building Infrastructure Management

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Baseline Integration Metrics

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Building Inspection Manual

Question 2

Which technology platform is commonly used by Facilities Engineers to manage work orders, preventive maintenance schedules, and asset inventories?

Accepted Answer

Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)

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Geographic Information System (GIS)

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Building Automation System (BAS)

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Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) — finance module only

Question 3

In a Building Automation System (BAS), what is the primary function of a Direct Digital Controller (DDC)?

Accepted Answer

To monitor and control HVAC and other building systems using programmed logic

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To generate monthly utility bills

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To provide wireless internet access throughout the building

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To manage access control and security cameras

Question 4

What is 'predictive maintenance' in facilities engineering?

Accepted Answer

Using condition monitoring data and analytics to predict failure and perform maintenance just before it is needed

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Performing maintenance on a fixed calendar schedule regardless of equipment condition

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Repairing equipment only after it fails

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Replacing all equipment every five years as a standard policy

Question 5

Which IoT application in smart buildings automatically adjusts lighting levels based on occupancy and available daylight?

Accepted Answer

Daylight harvesting with occupancy sensors

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Variable frequency drive (VFD) control

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Chilled water reset strategy

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Demand-controlled ventilation

Question 6

What is the primary benefit of integrating a Building Information Model (BIM) with a CMMS for facilities operations?

Accepted Answer

Linking visual 3D asset data to work order and maintenance records for faster identification and response

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Eliminating the need for preventive maintenance

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Replacing all paper drawings permanently

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Automating payroll for maintenance technicians