BAS 120 - Building Automation Systems Devices

 
Description
Throughout this course, students explore essential components of Building Automation Systems (BAS). Topics include standard input/output wiring, interpreting engineering data sheets, product selection based on application and environmental factors and integrating temperature, humidity, pressure and flow devices into building systems. Safety is emphasized, covering life and equipment safety devices. Students become proficient in actuator terminology, wiring techniques, control valves, power supplies and transducers. Lighting terminology and controls are covered. The course provides insights into relays, contactors, motor controls, enclosures and power monitoring devices, fostering a deep understanding of BAS components. Upon completion, students have comprehensive knowledge and practical skills for real-world BAS applications.

1. Evaluate standard input and output circuits in BAS using engineering data sheets for product selection.
2. Categorize temperature, humidity, pressure and flow devices used in BAS applications.
3. Examine life, lighting and equipment safety devices integrated into BAS applications.
4. Explain the principles of modulating actuators, control valves and power supplies used in BAS.
5. Summarize the National Electrical Manufacturer Association (NEMA) rating system for BAS electrical enclosure type and size requirements.
6. Integrate transducers into BAS systems while differentiating between relay classes and components for proper selection.
7. Implement variable frequency drive (VFD) start-up procedures and equipment control in BAS.

1. Standard input and output wiring
2. Engineering data sheets
3. Temperature devices
4. Humidity devices
5. Pressure devices
6. Flow devices
7. Life and equipment safety devices
8. Actuators and dampers
9. Control valves
10. Power supplies
11. Transducers
12. Relays and contactors
13. Motor controls
14. VFDs
15. Enclosures
16. Power monitoring devices

• Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

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