Course details
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
Cost
$598.57
Course offerings
Winter 2023
Below is one offering of FIRE 2080 for the Winter 2023 term.
CRN 88658
Duration
Wed Jan 11 - Wed Mar 29 (12 weeks)
- 12 weeks
- CRN 88658
- $598.57
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 11 - Mar 29 | Wed | 18:30 - 21:30 | Online |
Instructor
Joe Robinsmith
Course outline
Cost
$598.57
Important information
- Internet delivery format.
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Please note: The delivery format for this course is ONLINE DELIVERY for the Winter term. This is an instructor-led online course. Upon registration, please visit the Learning Hub (learn.bcit.ca) for further information regarding course material(s). 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
In Progress
This course offering is in progress. Please check this page for other currently available offerings, subscribe to receive email updates or contact us with your comments or questions.
Spring/Summer 2023
Below is one offering of FIRE 2080 for the Spring/Summer 2023 term.
CRN 60312
Duration
Wed Apr 12 - Wed Jun 28 (12 weeks)
- 12 weeks
- CRN 60312
- $598.57
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 12 - Jun 28 | Wed | 18:30 - 21:30 | Online |
Instructor
Joe Robinsmith
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Cost
$598.57
Important information
- Internet delivery format.
-
Please note: The delivery format for this course changed from in-person/in-class to ONLINE DELIVERY for the Spring/Summer term. This is an instructor-led online course. Upon registration, please visit the Learning Hub (learn.bcit.ca) for further information regarding course material(s). Please purchase any required course material such as textbooks prior to the first class - www.bcit.ca/bookstore/ BCIT reserves the right to cancel courses. In the event of a part-time studies course cancellation, you will be notified at least two business days prior to the course start. Please ensure that your contact information is current. BCIT reserves the right to cancel courses. In the event of a part-time studies 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
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
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