BMS Control Systems Training at Charles Darwin University in Darwin, Northern Territory

Charles Darwin University is an Australian public University established in 2003. The University is a result of a merger of the Northern Territory University (NTU) of Darwin, the Menzies School of Health Research and Centralian College of Alice Springs, and was named after Charles Darwin, the celebrated English naturalist.

This University will be offering a HVAC and BMS Controls module that will provide the trainee with a Statement of Attainment (UEENEEI150A) to "Develop, enter and verify discrete control programs for programmable controllers", which is a unit of competency from the Certificate III in Air-conditioning qualifications.

The content focuses on the basics to provide individuals an insight into the fundamental process and terminologies used throughout a Building Management System (BMS) installed in various HVAC scenarios.

The main campus is located in Casuarina in Darwin, but some thought In the future is to look at the possibility of rolling out this course at other campus locations such as Alice Springs, Katherine and Nhulunbuy.

For more info please see the Certificate III in Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration (UEE32211) Course Details on the CDU website.

Who Would Benefit From This Course?

This course would suit individuals that are looking to gain a fundamental understanding of control processes and application of Direct Digital Control (DDC) in the HVAC sector, or people seeking to enter the field of Building Management System (BMS) controls, servicing and engineering.

Sample Course Outline

Control Basics

Have a basic understanding of the control process
Describe what a sensor is and its use
Understand where sensors should be located
Describe how a controller works
Describe what a controlled device is and how it can be used

Introduction to Direct Digital Control (DDC)

Describe what a DDC is and have a basic understanding of the functions these devices can perform
Describe common terminologies used by a DDC
Understand the fundamentals of how PID Loops function
Describe some basic programming blocks used in a DDC configuration