Real Estate Maintenance – International School of Engineering, Science and Technology

Program Overview

Once a building is constructed, its commercial value, safety, and operational efficiency depend entirely on proper asset management. The Real Estate Maintenance program at ISEST is a multidisciplinary engineering and management program designed to train professionals to oversee, preserve, and optimise residential, commercial, and corporate properties.

This program goes beyond basic repairs to treat modern buildings as complex, integrated physical systems. Enrolling at the HND level and progressing to a B.Tech, students learn how to manage complex building management systems (BMS), plan preventative maintenance schedules, optimise energy consumption, and manage facility operations budgets. They graduate ready to protect multi-million dollar real estate assets, minimise operational downtime, and ensure complete regulatory compliance for modern urban structures.

Main Objectives

To teach the structural, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems that form the core of modern buildings.
To develop proficiency in using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) and building management software.
To train students in designing and executing preventative, predictive, and corrective maintenance strategies.
To build expert skills in safety inspections, fire prevention systems, and environmental compliance auditing.
To equip graduates with the financial and legal skills needed to manage vendor contracts, write maintenance budgets, and handle real estate asset depreciation.

Program Duration

2 Years

HND in Real Estate Maintenance

1 Year

BTech in Real Estate Maintenance

Internship

Included at both levels

Study Options

Day and Evening Sessions

Skills Acquired

Graduates of the program will be proficient in:

MEP Systems Diagnostics: Troubleshooting and managing residential and commercial electrical grids, central HVAC units, and fluid plumbing loops.
Preventative Scheduling: Utilizing CMMS software to automate routine servicing for elevators, generators, roofing envelopes, and water lines.
Energy and Utility Auditing: Analyzing energy configurations and water data to implement cost-cutting green initiatives and solar setups.
Contract & Vendor Management: Drafting professional Service Level Agreements (SLAs), managing external contractors, and auditing technical execution.
Structural Health Assessment: Spotting early signs of concrete degradation, foundational settling, dampness entry, and wood rot.
Safety & Compliance Management: Enforcing local municipal occupancy laws, safety norms, and workplace health standards (HSE).

Target Audience

Baccalauréat/A-Level graduates with an interest in property management, practical engineering, and corporate asset operations.
Maintenance technicians, electricians, or plumbers looking to upgrade to corporate facilities managers and administrative planners.
Real estate agents, property developers, and property asset managers who want a strong, rigorous technical baseline.
Aspiring corporate property managers, facility consultants, and maintenance sub-contracting entrepreneurs.

Career Opportunities

Graduates can pursue roles such as:

Facilities Manager / Property Maintenance Supervisor
MEP Operations Coordinator
Building Inspector / Assets Quality Auditor
Real Estate Maintenance Estimator
Estate Operations Officer (Hotels, Hospitals, Corporate Hubs)
Energy Conservation Officer
Independent Property Maintenance Contractor

Opportunities for Further Studies

Master’s degrees in Facilities Management, Real Estate Asset Management, Property Development, or Building Services Engineering.
Global Professional Certifications in:
- Certified Facility Manager (CFM) by IFMA
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- LEED Green Associate / Sustainability Asset Management certifications
- HSE Professional Certifications (OSHA, NEBOSH)

Preserve. Optimize. Manage.
Protect the longevity and value of the built environment. Master the technical systems, maintenance workflows, and corporate operations that keep cities functioning with the Real Estate Maintenance program.

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