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Building Maintenance and Operations Fundamentals with AI

Gain hands-on training in building maintenance, HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems, smart building technologies, and AI-powered facility operations, preparing for entry-level careers in modern building operations and maintenance.

Program Overview

The Building Maintenance and Operations Fundamentals with AI program introduces students to the fundamentals of building systems, facility maintenance, and operations. Training emphasizes the safe inspection and support of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and mechanical systems, while integrating AI-powered and sensor-based technologies for predictive maintenance, automation, and energy optimization.

Students gain both theoretical knowledge and practical shop skills to support daily building operations — including the use of hand and power tools, computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS), and smart building controls and security systems. The program also builds communication, digital reporting, and customer-service abilities for concierge and facility operations support roles in residential, commercial, and institutional settings.

This is an introductory program and not a trade qualification. Graduates will be prepared for entry-level roles supporting maintenance and operations teams and may pursue advanced training in building systems, mechanical trades, or sustainable technologies.

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Building Maintenance and Operations Fundamentals with AI was reviewed and approved by the registrar of the Private Training Institutions Regulatory Unit (PTIRU) of the Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills.

Certificate

Duration

Hours: 240
Weeks Full-Time: 12
Weeks Part-Time: 16

Tuition

$3,975 (Domestic) *
$3,975 (International) *

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Delivery

100% hours in classroom or other settings.

Career Occupation

Graduates may work in entry-level roles such as:

Potential occupations include:
  • Building Maintenance Assistant (NOC 73201)
  • Facility Support Worker / Building Caretaker (Smart Facilities)
  • Assistant Building Operator or Operations Helper
  • Building Maintenance Worker
  • Property Maintenance Assistant

Employment opportunities exist with schools, hospitals, municipalities, property management firms, maintenance contractors, and organizations managing energy-efficient or smart buildings.

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As part of the program, students complete the following safety certifications during training: WHMIS 2015, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and Workplace Safety, Ladder Safety and Fall Prevention, Fire Safety and Emergency Preparedness, and Electrical and Equipment Safety Awareness. These certifications are integrated into the program curriculum to ensure students meet current workplace safety and compliance standards used in building maintenance and facility operations environments.

This program prepares students to assist licensed maintenance personnel and operations staff by applying foundational knowledge, digital tools, and safe workplace practices.

Graduates will have foundational knowledge and practical understanding to assist with day-to-day facility maintenance, basic inspections, and the use of digital maintenance tools in supervised building environments.

Admission Requirements

Grade 12 graduation or equivalent (General Education Development, Adult Basic Education) or mature student status (age 19 and one year out of school). All transcripts must be “true certified copies” or originals.

Prior to acceptance, applicants must meet each of the following requirements listed under items 1) and 2) below.

1. Fulfil Math Assessment requirement

Math Assessment requirement

Domestic Students:

a. Successful completion of a math assessment conducted in-house by Ace Community College with a minimum score of 50%

     OR 

b. Successful completion of provincially recognized Grade 10, 11, or 12 Mathematics with a minimum passing score of C.

International Students:

a. Successful completion of a math assessment conducted in-house by Ace Community College with a minimum score of 50%.

 OR

b. International students can meet the Math Entrance Assessment requirement by providing an equivalent to Canadian High School Math 10, 11 or 12 with a passing grade of ‘C’. The credential must be evaluated and verified.

2. Fulfil Language Proficiency requirement

Language Proficiency Requirement

All applicants must meet at least one of the following criteria (a, b, c, or d)

a. Evidence that 3 years of full-time secondary education (Grades 8-12), or 2 years if the Grades are 10, 11, or 12, have been successfully completed in the program’s language of instruction in a country where the language of instruction is one of the principal languages*.

*Applicants are advised to contact ACE Community College to confirm whether their country is officially recognized as one where English is a principal language of instruction for the purpose of meeting this requirement.

OR

b. 2 years of full-time post-secondary education* have been completed in the program’s language of instruction in a country where the language of instruction is one of the principal languages (including international education credentials recognized through WES, ICES, and IQAS).

*Language development courses (i.e., ELL courses) cannot be included in this calculation.

 OR

c. Provide official, verified transcripts showing results for one of the English language proficiency tests listed below, with scores that meet or exceed the minimum requirements specified for each test.

Test results must be dated no more than two years before the start date of the program

  • International English Language Testing System:(IELTS) Academic Minimum overall score of 5.5
  • Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) IBT: Minimum overall score of 46
  • Canadian Academic English Language Assessment (CAEL): Minimum overall score of 40
  • Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program (CELPIP): Listening 6, Speaking 6, Reading 5, and Writing 5.
  • Duolingo English Test (DET): Minimum overall score of 95
  • Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic: Minimum overall score of 43
  • Cambridge English Qualifications: B2 First exam (FCE)
  • Institutions may include other Cambridge Qualifications at a higher level (i.e., C2 Proficiency (CPE)): Minimum overall score of 160 or “C”
  • Cambridge Linguaskill: Minimum overall B2 level
  • LANGUAGECERT Academic: Minimum overall B2 level
  • The Michigan English Test (MET): Minimum overall B2 level
  • iTEP Academic: Minimum overall score of 3.5
  • EIKEN: Minimum placement of Grade Pre-1  

     OR

Mature student applicants ONLY:

d. Applicant is 19 years or older at the start of the program and is a Canadian citizen or permanent resident who cannot access is their educational records or provide sufficient evidence of secondary or post-secondary education as outlined above:

    1. Applicant must provide attestation that they have completed at least three years of full-time instruction in English in a country where the English is one of the principal languages,
      AND
    2. Applicant completes an Accuplacer English Assessment (Next Generation: Reading, Writing and WritePlacer) and achieves the following minimum scores:
      • Reading: 230
      • Writing: 230
      • WritePlacer: 4

Program Organization

Course CodeCourse Title / Work Experience Component# of Hours
BMAI 101Introduction and Safety Practices for Building Maintenance and Operations20
BMAI 102Tools, Materials and Worksite Procedures20
BMAI 103Fundamentals of Electrical and Mechanical Systems20
BMAI 104Fundamentals of Plumbing and HVAC Systems40
BMAI 105Preventive and Predictive Maintenance Fundamentals20
BMAI 106AI Applications in Facility Operations and Maintenance20
BMAI 107Smart Building Controls and Security Systems20
BMAI 108Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)20
BMAI 109Energy Efficiency and Sustainable Operations20
BMAI 110Employability, Communication and Customer Service Skills20
BMAI 111Building Maintenance and Operations Shop Project20
Total240

 

Note: Students may only enter the program at the start of BMAI 101 – Introduction and Safety Practices for Building Maintenance and Operations. Mid-program intake is not permitted.

Homework Hours

Students can expect approximately 5–10 hours of homework per week.

Program Duration

The total program hours are 240.
The full-time program length is 12 weeks (20 hours per week)
The part-time program length is 16 weeks (15 hours per week)

Completion Requirements

  • Successful completion of all on-campus tests and final exam with a minimum of 50% overall average.

Required Course Materials

Textbooks / Learning Resources

  • Building Maintenance and Operations Fundamentals with AI (E-textbook) Author & Publisher: ACE Community College

Equipment & Shop Materials:

  • Sample electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and mechanical components (for demonstration)
    •  Smart building and automation training kits (programmable thermostats, sensors, energy meters)
    • CMMS training software (instructional or educational version)
    • Work order templates and maintenance logs
    • Case studies and safety procedure sheets

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE):

Students are required to provide CSA-approved PPE for participation in shop activities.

  • CSA-approved safety glasses
  • Steel-toe safety boots (student-provided)
  • High-visibility vest
  • General-purpose gloves
  • Hard hat (for instructional activities only)


Other Educational Materials

  • Notebook, pens, and mechanical pencil
  • General scientific calculator (or trades-style calculator)
  • Laptop or tablet for accessing supplementary learning resources, assignments, and program materials through Moodle LMS.

Tuition & Fees

Description Fee
Tuition $3,975
Application Fee $250
Administration Fee $100
Text Books $375
Course Materials $875
Total $5,575
Description Fee
Tuition $3,975
Application Fee $250
Administration Fee $200
Text Books $375
Course Materials $875
Total $5,675
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