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Helen Heneveld Bedrock Learning Jeff Gardner ESPA
“Workforce Development and Training for the Intelligent Buildings and Connected Home Industries” Helen Heneveld Bedrock Learning Jeff Gardner ESPA
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About CABA Continential Automated Buildings Association Vision
CABA advances the connected home and intelligent buildings sectors.
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About CABA and CABA Board of Directors
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About CABA White Papers
CHC White Papers are secondary literature review articles that are approximately 10 to 30 pages in length. These papers are written and distributed free of charge to inform the industry. Only CABA members can bring forward White Paper topics. All the paper are written for free by professional research firms or subject matter experts. To view the CABA white paper terms of reference, previous CHC white papers and additional information, please go to:
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Workforce Needs March 28, 2018 Presented by Helen Heneveld Bedrock Learning Jeff Gardner ESPA
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Timeline and Numbers 400 + hours of Effort 65-page White Paper
August 2016 – November 21, 2017 1 Chair Person 5 Authors 23 Members of the Working Group Colleges and Universities Associations Non-Profit Organizations Industry Companies Recognized Leaders and Industry Experts Final Review IBC White Paper Sub-Committee – 9 people CABA Executive Board and Board of Directors – 24 people Internal CABA Review 400 + hours of Effort 65-page White Paper
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Objectives Identify the nature and extent of gaps between the building and home automation market needs and existing educational providers Offer suggestions to fill the above gaps, bridge partnerships and advance alignment between Intelligent Buildings and Connected Home industry and educational programs Enhance alignment of educational programs at all levels of training: vocational, community colleges, and universities, with the IB/CH industry needs
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Target Audience Educational providers
Education, certification, and accreditation bodies Public agencies related to education and training programs Intelligent Building and Connected Home industry Integrators and employers to connect them with schools Individuals looking to improve their knowledge about building and home automation
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White Paper Contents Introduction Automation Industry Landscape
Education and Training Options Current Industry Education and Training Opportunities and Suggestions Industry Resources Associations, Publications, Research Sources Training Resources and Examples
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Definitions Building Automation – control of energy and resource-using devices for optimization of building system operations Connected Home Electronic Systems Technician, EST Home Automation IoT, Internet of Things – devices connected to the Internet that integrate greater computer capabilities, and use data analytics to extract meaningful information Net-Zero Energy Building Smart Building Smart Grid Smart City Smart Home – residence with integrated/automated systems that allow subsystems and devices to communicate with each other and outside services STEM – Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math Systems Integration
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Industry Landscape Technologies in need of qualified personnel
Intelligent buildings Smart and connected homes Sustainable technologies Photovoltaic and wind energy Energy monitoring and management Electric vehicle Security and alarm HVAC integration Networking IoT security
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Growing Industry Segments
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Education and Training Options
Academic Channel Public & private high schools High school career centers Post-secondary trade & technical schools Community colleges and universities University graduate programs Non-Academic Channel Industry Associations Manufacturer training Independent training companies Self-study Military Workforce agencies Give examples of each Slide 4
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Academic Channels Pick a few examples here
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Non-Academic Channels
Pick a few examples here
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Education Collaboration Example
60 Independent Schools Working Together Larry Chang – Laney College
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Accreditations and Certifications
High School Diploma or Graduation Equivalency Diploma, GED High School Diploma Career Center, Focus on Technology Diploma/Advanced Diploma Program Accredited Tech School, Community College Certificate Program Accredited Tech School, Community College Associates Program Tech School, Community College or University Bachelor’s Degree year College or University Graduate Degree Engineering, Architecture, Electrical Eng. IT, etc. Certificate of Course Completion School or Online Industry Association Certification Self-study or at a School
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Current Industry Education and Training
29 Schools Pick a few examples
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Current Industry Education and Training
29 Schools
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Opportunities and Suggestions
Strengthen collaboration between the industry and training providers Develop partnerships between the industry and training providers Promote public knowledge of the Intelligent Building and Connected Home Industry and the diverse career opportunities 7 Suggestions for Outreach to Education Channels Mention NSCA Ignite Program Does AVIXA have something like it? 9 Specific Actions for the Industry Slide 10
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Develop Information to Share
Identify specific career paths within industry segments, positions, titles, responsibilities, and pay range Create a standard set of learning objectives, foundational principles, and operational best practices for a knowledge- based workforce Identify the current number of building control technicians in the U.S. and Canada Perform a Workforce Gap Analysis Slide 10
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Outreach to Education Channels
Engage industry professionals on academic advisory boards Emphasize STEM curriculum Raise awareness of building and residential automation industries Increase awareness of career opportunities Electronics, technical, and IT training Encourage HVAC, electronics, and IT programs Teach building systems and cultivate systems-level thinking; share/align curriculum Promote online delivery methods for teaching foundational skills Make it readily available to as many interested parties and students as possible Ensure training incorporates the knowledge needed In all phases of a building’s life; design, construction, commissioning, and operation Promote professional development Training of intermediate School District regions and community college instructors
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Actions for the Industry
Develop a plan for outreach and marketing around careers in the industries Educate and promote how intelligent buildings support energy conservation Manufacturers work with industry associations to raise career awareness Manufacturers direct people to foundational training Trade associations and emphasize critical importance of network skills Build a coalition of industry stakeholders Address training needs and keep up with changing technology Engage with military, government, and workforce agencies Promote awareness of career opportunities Create co-op opportunities, internships, and apprenticeship programs Create outreach program for prospective K-12 students After school programs and competitions Build awareness of workforce grants for employee re-training Facilitate access to them Engage schools of all kinds to raise awareness of the industry, the careers, and how to provide the right training and skills
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Industry Resources - Appendices
Associations Publications Industry Research Sources Industry Training Resources Examples of Industry Education and Training ESPA Electronics Systems Careers & Workforce InfoComm/AVIXA Fast Facts & Training Matrix
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Industry Resource - ASSOCIATIONS
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Industry Resource – PUBLICATIONS
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Industry Resource - RESEARCH
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Industry Resources - TRAINING
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Industry Resource – EDUCATION EXAMPLES
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Industry Resources – ESPA and InfoComm/AVIXA
All Areas are Seeking Trained and Qualified Individuals to Hire Slide 17
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Download the White Paper
White Paper Released November 21, 2017
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Current CABA Research in progress
“Monetization of Intelligent Buildings” There is still time to join the project
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Current CABA Research in progress
“Voice Recognition and AI in Connected Homes” There is still time to join the project
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Questions and Discussion
CABA Contact Greg Walker CABA (2222) Helen Heneveld Jeff Gardner Bedrock Learning ESPA org
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