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Elements of a Building Control System

Figure 5.2 - Elements of a Building Control System

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Practice Questions

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Question 1 Easy

What does EMS stand for?

💡 Hint: Think about what systems help manage energy.

Question 2 Easy

Name one function of building control systems.

💡 Hint: What do these systems do to keep the building efficient?

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Question 1

What does BMS stand for?

Building Monitoring Systems
Building Management Systems
Building Maintenance Systems

💡 Hint: Think broader than just monitoring.

Question 2

True or False: Energy Management Systems only manage energy consumption and do not influence security.

True
False

💡 Hint: Consider what EMS primarily deals with.

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Challenge Problems

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Challenge 1 Hard

Create a detailed comparison chart of EMS, BAS, and BMS, highlighting their functions, integration, and potential benefits.

💡 Hint: Identify what distinguishes each system.

Challenge 2 Hard

Analyze a case study of a smart building that successfully integrated building control systems. Discuss the improvements made in energy efficiency and security.

💡 Hint: Look for quantifiable results in energy savings or enhanced safety.

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