Facilities Management
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Program Description
Facilities Management trains you to plan, operate and maintain buildings, estates and infrastructure. You will study building technology, building services, maintenance management, safety and building codes, basic surveying, sustainability and project management, plus introductory CAD and BIM. The program prepares you for roles such as Facilities Manager, Building Maintenance Supervisor, Estate Manager, Construction Manager, Surveyor and Environmental Consultant in private companies, public agencies and estate firms. If you enjoy organised problem solving, site work and improving how places work, this program opens practical, well-paid career paths and opportunities for further study. Start here to build skills that keep cities, schools and businesses running safely and efficiently.
Aims & Objectives
Develop the ability to prepare and manage maintenance schedules and asset registers for buildings using standard templates.
Master basic computer-aided design and BIM workflows to read and produce simple building layouts and plans.
Understand and apply building codes, safety regulations and sustainable practices during site inspections and reports.
Create and manage small facility projects, including basic cost estimation and scheduling using common project management tools.
Conduct site analysis and basic surveying to evaluate building condition and environmental impact, and produce clear inspection reports.
Why Choose This Program?
Strong job demand
Ghana is expanding infrastructure and estates, creating steady need for professionals who can keep buildings safe, efficient and compliant.
Practical, hands-on learning
The program combines classroom theory with site visits, workshops and internships, so you gain real workplace experience.
Versatile career paths
Skills transfer to roles in property management, construction, local government, utilities and environmental consulting.
Focus on sustainability and technology
Training in energy efficiency, maintenance planning and digital tools like CAD and BIM prepares you for modern facility challenges.
Skills & Tools
Skills You'll Develop
Create and read 2D building drawings, floor plans and simple technical details used in maintenance and planning.
Use BIM workflows to view and coordinate building systems, improving maintenance planning and clash detection.
Plan and track small projects using tools such as MS Project, including scheduling, budgeting and resource allocation.
Maintain asset registers, schedule preventative maintenance and record work orders using computerized maintenance systems.
Tools & Resources
AutoCAD
Autodesk Revit (BIM)
MS Project or Primavera
CMMS/CAFM software (for example IBM Maximo or open-source alternatives)
Challenges & Tips
Challenges
Technical mathematics and physics concepts can be demanding.
Learning new software like CAD and BIM may feel difficult at first.
Tips & Advice
Use textbooks, attend tutorials, and practise problem sets; ask teachers for extra help when needed.
Start with beginner tutorials, use student editions, and practise on small projects in lab sessions.
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