CFM - Certified Facility Manager Technology Management 1

Question 1

Which building automation system (BAS) protocol is most widely used for interoperability between HVAC, lighting, and other building systems from different manufacturers?

Accepted Answer

BACnet

Answer

BACnet (Building Automation and Control Networks) is the ASHRAE/ANSI/ISO standard protocol specifically designed for building automation interoperability, enabling devices from different vendors to communicate on a common network.

Question 2

A facility manager is evaluating software that uses historical energy consumption data and machine learning to forecast future utility costs. This capability is best described as:

Accepted Answer

Energy Information Systems (EIS) with predictive analytics

Answer

Energy Information Systems (EIS) with predictive analytics combine historical data with machine learning algorithms to model and forecast future energy consumption and costs, supporting budget planning and efficiency decisions.

Question 3

What is the primary purpose of an Integrated Workplace Management System (IWMS)?

Accepted Answer

To consolidate facility management functions such as space, maintenance, real estate, and sustainability into a single platform

Answer

An IWMS integrates multiple FM disciplines — space management, maintenance management, real estate portfolio, capital project management, and sustainability — into one unified software platform, improving data consistency and operational efficiency.

Question 4

A facility manager notices that occupancy sensors are integrated with the HVAC and lighting systems so that spaces automatically adjust temperature and lighting based on real-time occupancy. This is an example of:

Accepted Answer

A closed-loop control system using sensor feedback

Answer

Closed-loop control systems use real-time sensor feedback (occupancy data) to automatically adjust system outputs (HVAC and lighting levels), continuously correcting system behavior based on measured conditions.

Question 5

Which technology standard governs the cybersecurity of industrial control systems and operational technology (OT) environments, including building automation systems?

Accepted Answer

NIST SP 800-82

Answer

NIST SP 800-82 (Guide to Industrial Control Systems Security) provides specific cybersecurity guidance for industrial control systems, SCADA, and operational technology environments such as building automation and control networks.

CFM - Certified Facility Manager Practice Test

CFM - Certified Facility Manager Practice Test

CFM - Certified Facility Manager Technology Management 1