Program Overview

University Program Information

Course Description

The course provides an integrated system approach to understanding building automation and control systems and their applications to building services. It covers the architecture, communication methods, and application software of modern building automation and control systems, and provides good working knowledge of how to specify, design, install, commission, operate, and maintain building automation and control systems.

Course Details

• Credits: 3
• Lab Hours: 0
• Lecture Hours: 3
• Tutoring Hours: 0

Application Areas

The course will cover application areas including:

• Air-conditioning systems
• Fire detection and suppression systems
• Security systems
• Lighting systems
• Vertical transport systems
• Other essential building services

Teaching Methodology

The lectures will be complemented by hands-on training sessions in labs.

Prerequisite Courses

• ARE 313: Electrical Installations

University Information

The course is offered by Alfaisal University, located in Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Program Structure

The program is part of the Architectural Engineering department, with the course being designated as ARE 470: Building Automation and Control.