FIRE 1290 - Fire Protection Equipment & Systems 2

Credit Hours: 3.00
(3 contact hrs)
Continuation of FIRE-1280 with special emphasis on sprinkler systems, automatic detection systems, municipal alarm systems, and the design requirements for application in fire prevention and fire suppression. Center Campus.

Prerequisites:
None

OUTCOMES AND OBJECTIVES
Outcome 1: Upon completion of this course, students will be able to identify the physical properties of water and the various means by which those properties make fire extinguishments possible

Objectives:

Identify the physical properties of water.
Identify the extinguishing properties of water.
Identify additives to improve the performance of water as an extinguishing agent.
Identify the electrical conductivity hazards of water.
Identify the use of water on special hazards.

Outcome 2: Upon completion of this course, students will be able to identify the elements of water supply system that fire departments use to deliver water for suppression.

Objectives:

Identify the elements of water distribution systems.
Identify the features of a hydrant system for fire protection.
Identify the control valves for water distribution.
Identify the basic elements of water storage facilities.
Identify the basic features of an industrial fire pump.
Demonstrate the ability to test an existing water supply system.

Outcome 3: Upon completion of this course, students will be able to describe the essential aspects of automatic on-site water-based suppression systems.

Objectives:

Identify the fundamentals of good sprinkler protection.
Identify the basic elements of a standpipe system.
Identify the types and components of water based sprinkler protection.
Demonstrate the ability to design a hydraulically calculated sprinkler system.
Review sprinkler plans in accordance with National Fire Protection Standards.
Identify deficiencies in plans submitted for approval to authorities having jurisdiction.

Outcome 4: Upon completion of this course, students will be able to describe the essential aspects of fire alarm systems.

Objectives:

Identify the fundamentals of fire alarm systems.
Identify the basic elements of fire alarm systems.
Identify the types and components of fire alarm systems.
Review fire alarm plans in accordance with National Fire Protection Standards.
Identify deficiencies in plans submitted for approval to authorities having jurisdiction.

COMMON DEGREE OUTCOMES
(Bulleted outcomes apply to the course)

1. The graduate can integrate the knowledge and technological skills necessary to be a successful learner.

2. The graduate can demonstrate how to think competently.

3. The graduate can demonstrate how to employ mathematical knowledge.

4. The graduate can demonstrate how to communicate competently.

5. The graduate is sensitive to issues relating to a diverse, global society.

COURSE CONTENT OUTLINE
Session and Topic

Introductions/Course Overview
Contract Drawings(chapter 1)/Contract Specifications
Fire Protection Survey Procedures/Underground Piping Design Procedures (chapter 4)
Automatic Sprinkler Systems, Standpipes and Fire Pumps (chapter 5)
Automatic Sprinkler Systems, Standpipes and Fire Pumps(chapter 5)
Automatic Sprinkler Systems, Standpipes and Fire Pumps (chapter 5)
Hydraulic Calculations of Sprinkler Systems (chapter 6)
Hydraulic Calculations of Sprinkler Systems (chapter 6)
Midterm Exam
Specialized Piping and Calculation Methods (chapter 7)
Fire Sprinkler Plan Review
Fire Sprinkler Inspection and Testing
Water Spray Systems Design For Transformers (chapter 8)/Water Spray Systems For Flammable Liquids (chapter9)/Ultra High Speed Water Spray Systems (chapter 10)/Water Mist System Design (chapter 11)
Quality Assurance and Coordination (chapter 12)
Ethics and Professional Development (chapter 13)
Final Exam

Primary Faculty
Staelgraeve, Kenneth
Secondary Faculty

Associate Dean
Lopez, Michael

Official Course Syllabus - Macomb Community College, 14500 E 12 Mile Road, Warren, MI 48088