Facilities Management and Modern Drainage Maintenance Technologies

Course Introduction

With growing urban development and climate challenges, modern facilities management and drainage systems require innovative maintenance strategies. This course empowers engineers and facility professionals with the technical, operational, and sustainability tools to manage infrastructure assets efficiently and maintain drainage systems using advanced technologies.

Course Objectives

• Understand the principles of integrated facilities management.
• Learn modern methods in drainage systems inspection and maintenance.
• Apply digital technologies and automation for infrastructure upkeep.
• Evaluate environmental risks and drainage capacity optimization.
• Plan preventive and emergency maintenance programs.

Target Audience

• Facilities and infrastructure engineers
• Drainage and maintenance specialists
• Public works and municipal professionals
• Environmental and civil engineers
• Urban development and infrastructure planners

Course Modules (5 Days)

Day 1: Facilities Management Overview

1. Introduction to modern FM systems and practices
2. Core components: buildings, utilities, infrastructure
3. Roles and responsibilities in FM teams
4. Key performance indicators (KPIs) for FM
5. Case examples from smart city FM operations

Day 2: Drainage Systems – Fundamentals and Challenges

1. Types of drainage systems in urban environments
2. Causes and risks of system failures
3. Environmental and health implications
4. Inspection procedures and visual assessments
5. Workshop: Identifying drainage system weak points

Day 3: Technology and Automation in Maintenance

1. GIS and IoT integration in drainage monitoring
2. Use of CCTV and robotic inspection tools
3. Predictive maintenance using sensors and AI
4. Mobile apps and dashboards for real-time tracking
5. Lab demo: Simulating digital monitoring systems

Day 4: Maintenance Planning and Execution

1. Preventive vs. reactive maintenance strategies
2. Emergency response and flood mitigation
3. Scheduling and resource optimization
4. Vendor coordination and outsourcing models
5. Simulation: Building a maintenance schedule for critical areas

Day 5: Sustainability, Compliance, and Future Trends

1. Environmental regulations and drainage standards
2. Water reuse and stormwater harvesting techniques
3. Smart infrastructure design for resilience
4. Future innovations in facility and drainage tech
5. Final project presentation and action planning