Course Overview
This course provides a general understanding of fire alarm protection systems. It discusses the purpose and specific application of the different codes and standards that regulate the industry. It introduces the student to architectural considerations regarding fire containment. Information about testing laboratories, their procedures, testing methods and how listed/approved materials achieve greater degrees of life safety will be covered. Other topics include; the nature of fire, extinguishment methods, fire alarm testing methods, interpretation of drawings, specifications and other contract documents.
Prerequisite(s)
- 70% in FIRE 2081
Credits
2.5
Domestic fees
$559.07
International fees are typically 3.4 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Be familiar with the testing, inspection and verification of fire alarm systems at the end of this theory-based, five course program that the CFAA created.
- Increase his or her level of competence within the fire alarm industry with the combination of these theory-based courses and workplace experience together.
- Describe technology of fire detection devices, signal appliances, control equipment and ancillary devices controlled by the system.
- Connect traditional field wiring circuits.
- Learn traditional field wiring circuits, the connection of field devices, the basics of microprocessor based systems using addressable devices and remote annunciation.
- Learn other safety support systems such as smoke control and elevator recall.
Effective as of Fall 2026
Course Offerings
Fall 2026
Below is one offering of FIRE 2083 for the Fall 2026 term.
CRN 52983
Dates
Nov 14 - Dec 12 Loading
- CRN 52983
- $559.07 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 14 - Dec 12 | Sat | 08:00 - 15:30 | Online |
Duration
5 weeks
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Classes will be synchronous online delivery where students are required to log in and attend the virtual lectures and provide real-time interaction with the instructor. Textbook required – CFAA 5 - Fire Alarm Systems - available at the BCIT bookstore. Registration is processed on a FIRST-COME, FIRST-SERVED basis. In the event of cancellation, students will be notified. Ensure your contact information (e.g. personal email address) is current. For any inquiries, please use the Contact Us link on this page.
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