Fire Protection Systems
Credits: 3
Course Number: 10-503-193
Course Description
10-503-193 FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS ...provides information relating to the features of design and operation of fire detection and suppression systems.
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What will I learn?
- Describe various types and uses of fire protection systems.
- Describe the basic elements of a public water supply system as it relates to fire protection.
- Explain the benefits of fire protection systems in various types of structures.
- Explain why water is a commonly used extinguishing agent.
- Identify the different types and components of sprinkler, standpipe and foam systems.
- Describe current residential and commercial sprinkler legislation.
- Identify the different types of non-water based fire suppression systems.
- Explain how the different types of detectors detect fire.
- Describe the hazards of smoke
- Identify the four factors that can influence smoke movement in a building.
- Discuss the appropriate application of fire protection systems.
- Explain the operation and appropriate application for the different types of portable fire protection systems.
- Describe the basic elements of a public water supply system including sources, distribution networks, piping and hydrants.
- Explain the basic components of a fire alarm system.
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