BOMA Building Operations & Energy Management 3

Question 1

What does 'commissioning' of a new commercial building HVAC system involve?

Accepted Answer

Verifying that all systems are installed and operating according to design intent

Answer

Commissioning is the systematic process of verifying that all building systems are installed, tested, and operating according to the owner's project requirements and design intent.

Question 2

In building energy management, what does a 'building automation system' (BAS) primarily control?

Accepted Answer

HVAC, lighting, and other mechanical systems through centralized monitoring and control

Answer

A BAS (also called a building management system or BMS) provides centralized monitoring and control of HVAC, lighting, and other building systems to optimize performance.

Question 3

What is the primary purpose of an 'energy audit' conducted under ASHRAE Level II standards?

Accepted Answer

To identify energy conservation measures with detailed cost-benefit analysis

Answer

An ASHRAE Level II energy audit identifies a comprehensive list of energy conservation measures with detailed energy savings estimates and cost-benefit analysis.

Question 4

Which metric is commonly used by BOMA members to measure water use efficiency in commercial buildings?

Accepted Answer

Water Use Intensity (WUI) in gallons per square foot per year

Answer

Water Use Intensity (WUI), measured in gallons per square foot per year, allows buildings to benchmark water consumption normalized by building size.

Question 5

What is the primary advantage of LED lighting over fluorescent lighting in commercial buildings?

Accepted Answer

Significantly lower energy consumption and longer lifespan

Answer

LED lighting uses significantly less energy (typically 50-75% less than fluorescent) and lasts 2-4 times longer, providing both energy and maintenance cost savings.

BOMA - Building Owners & Managers Association Practice Test

BOMA - Building Owners & Managers Association Practice Test

BOMA Building Operations & Energy Management 3