Facility Management: Maintenance and Operations Fundamentals

Every successful organization relies on safe, efficient, and well-maintained physical spaces to thrive. Managing these built environments requires a solid grasp of how people, places, and utility systems work together to support daily operations. This written course guides you through the core principles of facility management, focusing on day-to-day maintenance, repair planning, and asset protection. You will learn how to oversee physical infrastructure, manage vendor relationships, and implement modern operational standards. What you'll learn: - Understand the foundational pillars of facility management and building operations - Plan and schedule preventive, corrective, and predictive maintenance tasks - Coordinate routine repairs and manage external contractors effectively - Explore the basics of Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) for tracking assets - Apply energy-efficiency and sustainable practices to modern building systems - Ensure safety compliance, hazard identification, and risk management You will start with essential terminology and the core responsibilities of a facility manager before moving into practical workflows for inspections, repairs, and system tracking. The material concludes with industry-standard practices for safety compliance and green building operations. This course is designed for aspiring facility managers, office administrators, and building staff looking to build a structured understanding of operations with no prior technical experience required. Start reading today to develop the skills needed to keep any facility running smoothly.