The American University FIR 3305 Fire Protection Structure and Systems

Provides information relating to the features of design and operation of fire alarm systems, water-based fire suppression systems, water supply for fire protection, and portable fire extinguishers.

Learning outcomes

• Explain the benefits of fire protection systems in various types of structures.
• Describe the basic elements of a public water supply system, including sources, distribution networks, piping, and hydrants.
• Explain why water is a widely used extinguishing agent, and describe how water extinguishes fires.
• Identify the different types and components of sprinkler, standpipe, and foam systems.
• Establish the benefits of residential sprinkler legislation.
• Identify five different types of non-water-based fire suppression systems.
• Explain the basic components of a fire alarm system.
• Outline three different types of detectors and how they operate.
• Defend the hazards of smoke and the four factors that can influence smoke movement in a building.
• Classify the appropriate application of the different types of sprinklers.
• Discuss the operation and appropriate application for the different types of portable fire extinguishing systems.

Prerequisites

None