Facility Maintenance Management
- Agricultural Sciences
- 200 level
- 2 credit units
- 122 pages
- 13 units
This course provides an overview of facility maintenance management within the hospitality sector. It covers essential aspects such as maintenance planning, hotel maintenance staff roles, and the upkeep of hotel buildings. Students will learn about water supply systems, fuel management, fire safety, and HVAC systems. The course also addresses energy conservation, pollution control, common building defects, and safety and security measures, equipping students with the knowledge to maintain efficient and safe hotel facilities.
About this course
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Study hours
- 208 hours
- Maths
- Basic
- Content
- Theoretical, practical, case study
- Practical work
- Yes
- Assignments
- Tutor marked assessments
- Final examination
What you'll read
The real module and unit structure of HCM234, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.
One paragraph, so you can see how it reads
HCM234 · UNIT 1 Facility maintenance management
1.0 Introduction Facility and equipment assets are a big investment in the hospitality industry, and the establishments need to get the most out of them. In this unit, the basics for setting up a good and effective maintenance system are addressed.
What you should be able to do
- Explain the principles of facility maintenance management in the hospitality industry.
- Develop maintenance plans for hotel facilities, including resource allocation and scheduling.
- Identify and address common building defects and implement preventative measures.
- Apply energy conservation strategies to reduce operational costs and environmental impact.
- Implement safety and security protocols to protect guests, employees, and property.
- Manage water supply systems and ensure compliance with environmental regulations.
- Understand and manage HVAC systems for optimal performance and energy efficiency.
What it prepares you for
- Facilities Manager
- Hotel Engineer
- Maintenance Supervisor
- Safety Officer
- Energy Manager
- Hotels
- Resorts
- Conference Centers
- Restaurants
- Event Venues
- CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System)
- Energy Management Software
- Building Automation Systems
Where it gets hard
The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.
- Module 2:
Unit 4: Fire and Firefighting
Understanding the complexities of fire suppression systems and safety protocols requires detailed knowledge of building codes and emergency procedures.
- Module 3:
Unit 4: Common building defects
Analyzing building defects requires a comprehensive understanding of structural engineering principles and the ability to diagnose complex issues.
A suggested way through it
13 weeks, about 26 hours in total. Yours will differ.
- Week 1Module 1:
Unit 1: Facility maintenance management · 2 hours
Read Unit 1: Understand the definition of facility maintenance management.. Explore the scope of maintenance in the hospitality industry.. Identify the objectives of hotel maintenance and its similarity to renovation..
- Week 2Module 1:
Unit 2: Maintenance planning · 2 hours
Read Unit 2: Examine maintenance practices in hotels.. Analyze strategies in hotel maintenance, including in-house vs. outsourced options.. Discuss the significance of maintenance in hotels and obstacles to its implementation..
- Week 3Module 1:
Unit 3: Hotel maintenance staff · 2 hours
Read Unit 3: Identify the types of maintenance staff in a hotel.. Understand maintenance staff response protocols to maintenance requests.. Explore the structure and functions of the Maintenance/Engineering department..
- Week 4Module 2:
Unit 1: Hotel Buildings · 2 hours
Read Unit 1: Identify typical causes of roof problems.. Learn about emergency roof repairs.. Understand the importance of exterior walls and their maintenance..
- Week 5Module 2:
Unit 2: Water supply systems · 2 hours
Read Unit 2: Understand the objectives of maintaining water supply sources.. Explore surface and groundwater management and major sources of pollution.. Learn about storm water drainage and sanitary surveys of water sources..
- Week 6Module 2:
Unit 3: Fuels used in hotels · 2 hours
Read Unit 3: Identify different types of fuels used in hotels.. Explore the advantages and disadvantages of solid, liquid, and gaseous fuels.. Understand alternative renewable energy sources and synthetic fuels..
- Week 7Module 2:
Unit 4: Fire and Firefighting · 2 hours
Read Unit 4: Identify the different classes of fire.. Understand the hazards caused by fire and firefighting techniques.. Explore fire safety measures and equipment..
- Week 8Module 2:
Unit 5: Heating, Ventilation and Air conditioning · 2 hours
Read Unit 5: Understand the principles of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning.. Explore central heating systems and resistive heating.. Learn about mechanical and natural ventilation methods..
- Week 9Module 3:
Unit 1: Maintenance procedure · 2 hours
Read Unit 1: Explore general and scheduled maintenance procedures.. Understand preventative and emergency maintenance.. Learn about maintenance policies and processes..
- Week 10Module 3:
Unit 2: Energy conservation · 2 hours
Read Unit 2: Analyze energy conservation measures for the hotel industry.. Understand energy conservation in food and beverage, front office, housekeeping, laundry, and engineering departments.. Explore practical do's and don'ts for energy conservation..
- Week 11Module 3:
Unit 3: Pollution · 2 hours
Read Unit 3: Identify sources of pollution in the hotel industry.. Understand the dangers of pollution and preventative/reduction measures.. Explore strategies for pollution prevention and control..
- Week 12Module 3:
Unit 4: Common building defects · 2 hours
Read Unit 4: Understand the use of dilapidation surveys.. Identify types and causes of common building defects.. Explore methods for fighting building defects..
- Week 13Module 3:
Unit 5: Safety and security · 2 hours
Read Unit 5: Understand the importance of safety and security in creating a protected environment.. Explore safety and security management processes.. Learn about crisis management and safety/security programs..
Preparing for the exam
- Review all unit summaries and key terms to reinforce understanding of core concepts.
- Create detailed notes for each module, focusing on practical applications and case studies.
- Practice solving problems related to energy conservation and building defect analysis.
- Develop a comprehensive understanding of safety and security protocols and emergency procedures.
- Review all Tutor-Marked Assignments (TMAs) and feedback to identify areas for improvement.
- Create concept maps linking facility maintenance, energy conservation, and safety management.
- Practice analyzing case studies related to hotel maintenance and security challenges.
Questions students ask about this course
What is HCM234 about?
This course provides an overview of facility maintenance management within the hospitality sector. It covers essential aspects such as maintenance planning, hotel maintenance staff roles, and the upkeep of hotel buildings. Students will learn about water supply systems, fuel management, fire safety, and HVAC systems. The course also addresses energy conservation, pollution control, common building defects, and safety and security measures, equipping students with the knowledge to maintain efficient and safe hotel facilities.
How many units does HCM234 have?
HCM234, Facility Maintenance Management, has 13 units across 3 modules, over 122 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.
How many credit units is HCM234?
HCM234 carries 2 credit units, at 200 level in Agricultural Sciences.
Is HCM234 hard?
HCM234 is rated intermediate level, with basic mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical, practical and case study work, and it has a practical component.
How long does HCM234 take to study?
About 208 hours of study, spread across its 13 units.
How is HCM234 assessed?
HCM234 is assessed by assignments, tutor marked assessments and final examination.
What can I do with HCM234?
Facilities Manager, Hotel Engineer, Maintenance Supervisor, Safety Officer and Energy Manager.