- International Fees
International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Course Overview
This course is comprised of four main sections: review of main components, a method to calculate hydraulic pressure, techniques for commissioning new fire sprinklers, and a discussion of codes and standards for monthly and annual inspections.
Prerequisite(s)
- Industry experience or departmental approval.
Credits
3.0
Domestic fees
$648.80
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Describe the components that comprise wet and dry fire sprinkler systems.
- Calculate expected water hydraulic pressure in the incoming wet fire sprinkler system main.
- Commission a new fire sprinkler system.
- Perform monthly, quarterly and annual inspections of both wet and dry fire sprinklers and standpipes utilizing the appropriate codes and standards.
Effective as of Winter 2022
Related Programs
Automatic Sprinkler and Standpipe Testing (FIRE 2080) is offered as a part of the following programs:
School of Energy
- Fire Protection Inspection and Testing
Associate Certificate Part-time
Course Offerings
Fall 2025
Below is one offering of FIRE 2080 for the Fall 2025 term.
CRN 37437
Dates
Sep 10 - Nov 26 Loading
- CRN 37437
- $648.80 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 10 - Nov 26 | Wed | 18:30 - 21:30 | Online |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
Michael Robinsmith
Course outline
Important information
- Internet delivery format.
- Departmental approval needed
- International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- Please purchase any required course material such as textbooks prior to the first class - www.bcit.ca/bookstore/ For questions related to this course, please email Erika Ekeli at soepts@bcit.ca and include your BCIT ID (if you have one). BCIT reserves the right to cancel courses. In the event of a course cancellation, you will be notified at least two business days prior to the course start. Please ensure that your contact information is current.
Status
Winter 2026
Below is one offering of FIRE 2080 for the Winter 2026 term.
CRN 88658
Dates
Jan 07 - Mar 25 Loading
- CRN 88658
- $648.80 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 07 - Mar 25 | Wed | 18:30 - 21:30 | Online |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Internet delivery format.
- Departmental approval needed
- International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- Please purchase any required course material such as textbooks prior to the first class - www.bcit.ca/bookstore/ For questions related to this course, please email Erika Ekeli at soepts@bcit.ca and include your BCIT ID (if you have one). BCIT reserves the right to cancel courses. In the event of a course cancellation, you will be notified at least two business days prior to the course start. Please ensure that your contact information is current.
Status
Programs and courses are subject to change without notice.