RPA Course: Design, Operation and Maintenance of Building Systems Part 1
RPA Course: Design, Operation and Maintenance of Building Systems Part 1
Tuesday, May 12, 2026 (4:00 PM - 7:00 PM) (CDT)
Description

RPA Course: The Design, Operation, and Maintenance of Building Systems (Part I)
Dates: May 12, 13, 19, 20, 26, and 27
Time: 4 PM to 7 PM
Location: In Person at 500 West Madison or Virtual on Zoom
Instructor: Thomas Rountree (Cushman & Wakefield) & Phil Koth (Transwestern)
Price: $1,320 Members | $1,545 Non-Members
All classes will be recorded. If you miss a class, you can watch the recording.
The Design, Operation, and Maintenance of Building Systems, Part I provides information that property and facilities managers will need to manage the ongoing operation and maintenance of building systems and to maximize building efficiency and cost-effectiveness. In this course, you will learn about building design and construction, project delivery, construction materials, and building systems, including HVAC, roofing, and plumbing systems, as well as ceilings, flooring, and interior walls.
By the end of the class, students will be able to:
- Implement maintenance best practices for building systems to achieve efficiencies and cost savings
- Support maintenance of building structural components in the design and construction of facilities by selecting and recommending the appropriate materials
- Describe best practices for the design, operation, and maintenance of HVAC and plumbing systems
- Demonstrate working knowledge of the systems required for ensuring the preservation of a building’s structural integrity

Member: $1,320
Non-member: $1,545
Designation Enrollment: $225
500 W Madison 3rd Floor Conference Center
Chicago, IL 60661 United States
Class will be held on the following dates: May 12, 13, 19, 20, 26, and 27
Instructors: Thomas Rountree, Cushman & Wakefield; Phil Koth, Transwestern