EXAM OVERVIEW
The Building Systems (BS) exam covers the evaluation, selection, and integration of mechanical, electrical, and specialty systems in building design and construction.
EXAM APPOINTMENT TIME
The total appointment time allowed for this test is 4 hours, including:
15 minute – intro time
2 hours – multiple choice (95 questions)
15 minute – break
15 minute – intro time
1 hour – graphic testing (Mechanical & Electrical Plan)
15 minute – exit questionnaire
BS GRAPHIC VIGNETTE TUTORIAL
MECHANICAL & ELECTRICAL PLAN. Develop a reflected ceiling plan that integrates ceiling, lighting, mechanical, and structural systems and incorporates life safety considerations.
BS RESOURCES
BS OVERVIEW
Content Areas
CODES & REGULATIONS
Incorporate building codes, specialty codes, and other regulatory requirements in the design of mechanical, electrical, and specialty systems.
ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES
Apply sustainable design principles to the selection, design and construction of building systems.
PLUMBING
Principles
Analyze and design plumbing systems.
Materials & Technology
Evaluate and select materials and construction details related to plumbing systems.
HVAC
Principles
Analyze and design heating, ventilating, and air conditioning systems.
Materials & Technology
Evaluate and select materials and construction details related to heating, ventilating, and air conditioning systems.
ELECTRICAL
Principles
Analyze and design electrical systems.
Materials & Technology
Evaluate and select materials and construction details related to electrical systems.
LIGHTING
Principles
Analyze and design natural and artificial lighting systems.
Materials & Technology
Evaluate and select materials and construction details related to natural and artificial lighting systems.
SPECIALTIES
Evaluate, select, and design specialty systems for:
Acoustics
Communications & Security
Conveying Systems
Fire Detection & Suppression