BAS TEST REVIEW QUIZZES & ANS RATED A+
List 3 ways that a building automation system can have a large impact on a
building Answer - Convenience, improved control, energy efficiency
What is the most significant benefit of a building automation system Answer -
energy efficiency
What are the primary targets for improving energy efficiency through
automation Answer - HVAC systems and lighting
What was the first type of automation control system used to control the
indoor environment in a commercial building Answer - Pneumatic control
system
A DDC controller can only communicate with sensors or actuators to which it is
Answer - Directly connected
What type of device measures the value of a variable and transmits a signal
that conveys the information Answer - sensor
What device makes decisions to change an aspect of a system based on sensor
information and internal programming Answer - controller
What type of device accepts a control signal and causes mechanical motion
Answer - An actuator
List 3 ways that a building automation system can have a large impact on a
building Answer - Convenience, improved control, energy efficiency
What is the most significant benefit of a building automation system Answer -
energy efficiency
What are the primary targets for improving energy efficiency through
automation Answer - HVAC systems and lighting
What was the first type of automation control system used to control the
indoor environment in a commercial building Answer - Pneumatic control
system
A DDC controller can only communicate with sensors or actuators to which it is
Answer - Directly connected
What type of device measures the value of a variable and transmits a signal
that conveys the information Answer - sensor
What device makes decisions to change an aspect of a system based on sensor
information and internal programming Answer - controller
What type of device accepts a control signal and causes mechanical motion
Answer - An actuator
