Applied Science (Facilities Management) | University of Hawaii-West Oahu

Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

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Skills

SpeakingCritical ThinkingMonitoringActive ListeningReading ComprehensionSocial PerceptivenessCoordinationManagement of Personnel Resources

Knowledge

Customer and Personal ServiceAdministration and ManagementEnglish LanguagePublic Safety and SecurityPersonnel and Human Resources

Abilities

Oral ComprehensionWritten ComprehensionOral ExpressionProblem SensitivityInformation OrderingWritten ExpressionDeductive ReasoningInductive ReasoningSpeech RecognitionNear Vision

Tasks

Monitor the facility to ensure that it remains safe, secure, and well-maintained.
Oversee the maintenance and repair of machinery, equipment, and electrical and mechanical systems.
Oversee construction and renovation projects to improve efficiency and to ensure that facilities mee
Plan, create, and manage budgets for contracts, equipment, and supplies.
Review and approve payroll for employees.

Technology

Document management softwareDesktop publishing softwareHuman resources softwareComputer aided design CAD softwareCustomer relationship management CRM software

Tools

10-key calculatorsDesktop computersLaptop computersLaser facsimile machinesMobile phonesMulti-line telephone systemsNotebook computersPersonal computersPhotocopying equipmentScannersTablet computers

Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

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Occupations matched to this program, with median wage, top wage, growth, and openings
SOC	Occupation	Method	Wage	Growth	Openings
Match confidence: medium11-3013.00	Facilities Managers	title_inference	$104,690 median$173,080 top	+3.76%	570

Program Pathways

Credentials this program stacks toward

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What You'll Learn

Key competencies developed through this program

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Mastery: proficient (Level 3)(based on Bachelor's Degree)

Facility-wide safety and security programs — oversee full compliance monitoring across all building systems, independently resolving non-routine safety issues in a large commercial or multi-site environment.
Complex maintenance and repair oversight — autonomously manage the repair and lifecycle planning of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems across an entire facility portfolio.
Renovation and construction project management — lead end-to-end oversight of facility improvement projects ensuring environmental, health, and regulatory compliance without supervisory guidance.
Budget planning and control — independently develop, administer, and adjust annual budgets for equipment, contracts, and supplies using financial analysis software in a full-scope facilities role.
Regulatory compliance assurance — interpret and apply government regulations and building codes to facility operations, resolving compliance gaps through targeted corrective action.
Architectural and engineering collaboration — participate substantively in space planning and installation design discussions with architects and engineers, contributing facilities expertise throughout the design process.
Operational performance analysis — analyze facility reports and KPIs to identify efficiency trends, implement process improvements, and present findings to senior leadership.
Personnel development and instruction — design and deliver advanced training curricula on facility procedures, systems operation, and safety standards for maintenance and operations staff.
Vendor and contract negotiation — evaluate bids, negotiate service contracts, and manage ongoing supplier relationships to optimize cost and quality outcomes.
Technology system administration — configure and maintain document management, CRM, and database platforms to support facility operations and reporting accuracy.

Program Details

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Requirements

What you need to earn this credential

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Financial Aid

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Scholarships

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