• The Smart Buildings Academy Podcast | Teaching You Building Automation, Systems Integration, and Information Technology

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The Smart Buildings Academy Podcast | Teaching You Building Automation, Systems Integration, and Information Technology

By: Smart Buildings Academy
  • Summary

  • A weekly podcast where we discuss topics related to building automation. We provide useful tips and action-packed examples to help you better understand the industry.
    Copyright 2016 - 2025
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Episodes
  • SBA 470: How to Get Hired in Building Automation
    Nov 14 2024

    Are you trying to break into the building automation field or help someone who is? Episode 470 of SBA offers a roadmap for landing your first job in this dynamic industry. This episode is all about actionable advice for anyone seeking to understand how building automation careers work, what skills you actually need, and how to connect with hiring managers – even if you’re just starting out.

    Discover the fundamentals of a career in building automation and understand the steps needed to make yourself stand out. Whether you’re an entry-level candidate or transitioning from a different role, this episode reveals the secrets to positioning yourself as the candidate companies want.

    Here’s what you’ll learn:

    • Why building automation is a promising career path with rapid growth opportunities
    • How to navigate and understand job descriptions in this field
    • Ways to gain hands-on experience before you even apply
    • Unconventional yet effective strategies for getting noticed by hiring managers
    • The essential skills you need to focus on to increase your value and hit the ground running

    Listen in for the insights and inspiration to get hired and start your journey in building automation.

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    36 mins
  • SBA 469: How To Grow Your Service Business
    Nov 7 2024

    Ready to elevate your service business and tap into new revenue streams? In this episode of the Smart Buildings Academy podcast, we dive into key strategies to expand your building automation service business, specifically focusing on owner-direct work. If you're in the BAS industry, this episode is packed with insights on how to stand out, grow your client base, and create a reliable income stream with service offerings. Phil brings his experience from the field and trade show conversations to highlight why and how service businesses can be a game-changer for automation professionals.

    Tune in on Thursday, November 7th at 8 AM EST (6 AM MST) and discover practical approaches that could transform your business.

    Key Topics:

    • Understanding the advantages of owner-direct work
    • A step-by-step process for launching or scaling a service business
    • The power of customer retention in a rapidly changing market
    • Tips to build a playbook that keeps your team efficient and aligned
    • Strategies to double your service business in just six months

    Find out how you can streamline and grow your BAS service business!

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    34 mins
  • SBA 468: Guideline 36 Part 1
    Oct 31 2024

    Episode Description:

    Episode 468 explores advanced airside HVAC sequences, offering building automation professionals an in-depth look at ASHRAE's Guideline 36. This episode unpacks strategies for optimizing energy efficiency through standardized control sequences, helping listeners understand how to achieve predictable and repeatable system performance. You'll gain insights into best practices and considerations for implementing these strategies across different building scenarios, with a focus on practical, real-world applications.

    Key takeaways you’ll get:

    • The Principles of Trim and Response: Understand how this control strategy minimizes energy use while maintaining optimal HVAC performance.
    • Handling Zone Requests and Zone Groups: Learn about managing cooling and heating demands across multiple zones for better system efficiency.
    • Implementing Economizer Control: Discover how to leverage outdoor air conditions for free cooling to reduce energy consumption.
    • Effective Reheat Control Techniques: Explore how reheat strategies can improve comfort, especially in colder climates.
    • Key Factors for New Builds and Retrofits: Get guidance on sensor calibration, system integration, and adapting strategies for project success.

    Tune in to SBA 468 to enhance your understanding of Guideline 36 and elevate the performance of your building automation systems.

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    26 mins

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