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In Unit 2 we will examine Building Controls and Automation. Every building/facility has unique (and often proprietary) responsibility for these control/automation equipment systems, operation and maintenance requirements, or both. In this unit we introduce fundamentals of control and automation. Previously in Unit 1 – Glossary of Energy & Facility-related terms, we introduced the two primary glossaries of terms and vocabulary pertinent to energy saving and facility operation. Adjustments to building systems are best accomplished with minimal impact to occupants. Disruptions during working hours are seldom expected, nor are they politically correct. Automation through various data point settings allow Building Managers to do this quickly. The Rocky Mountain Institute has a near-complete video series of Advanced Energy Efficiency: Concepts and Practice:
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Building Automation – Wikipedia http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Building_automation Smart Controls – Whole Building Design Guide http://www.wbdg.org/resources/smartcontrols.php High Performing Buildings – Rocky Mountain Institute & University of Denver http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OiKhXrDds8U Advanced Energy Efficiency: Concepts and Practice – Rocky Mountain Institute (5-part Series) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O5txQlEI7bc http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8kUih_t9aCs http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RjcWx7U1sjQ http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zW6gWZD4394 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_H8ZHgkY8L8
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Image and Content by David Bowman |