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Fire Alarm Systems: Inspection and Testing FIRE 2084

Fire Protection and Inspection Course

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Course details

In this course, students are introduced to the basics of fire alarm systems, their operation, and the correct method to conduct periodic inspections and tests. Completion of inspection reports will be covered, along with applicable Building Code and Fire Code requirements.

Prerequisite(s)

  • Fire 1050 or equivalent, or basic knowledge of electricity and electronics.

Credits

3.0

Cost

$611.36 - $652.22 See individual course offerings below for actual costs.

Course offerings

Spring/Summer 2023

Below is one offering of FIRE 2084 for the Spring/Summer 2023 term.

CRN 66176

Duration

Tue May 16 - Thu Jun 22 (6 weeks)

  • 6 weeks
  • CRN 66176
  • $637.32
Class meeting times
Dates Days Times Locations
May 16 - Jun 22 Tue, Thu 18:30 - 21:30 Burnaby
Instructor

TBD

Course outline

Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.

Cost

$637.32

Important information
  1. Departmental approval needed
  2. Please purchase any required course material - CFAA Fire Alarm Systems, A Reference Manual - prior to the first class - www.bcit.ca/bookstore/ Please obtain a copy of ULC Standard S536-13 Inspection and Testing of Fire Alarm Systems" as well. Your place of employment may have a copy or one can be purchased from the Underwriters Laboratories of Canada (ULC) - www.ul.com. 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

Cancelled

This course offering has been cancelled. Please check this page for other currently available offerings, subscribe to receive email updates or contact us with your comments or questions.

Fall 2023

Below are two offerings of FIRE 2084 for the Fall 2023 term.

CRN 43687

Duration

Tue Sep 12 - Thu Oct 19 (6 weeks)

  • 6 weeks
  • CRN 43687
  • $652.22
Class meeting times
Dates Days Times Locations
Sep 12 - Oct 19 Tue, Thu 18:30 - 21:30 Burnaby SW09 Rm. 127
Instructor

TBD

Course outline

Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.

Cost

$652.22

Important information
  1. Departmental approval needed
  2. 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

CRN 37438

Duration

Sat Oct 14 - Sat Nov 25 (6 weeks)

  • 6 weeks
  • CRN 37438
  • $611.36
Class meeting times
Dates Days Times Locations
Oct 14 - Nov 25 Sat 08:30 - 15:30 Online
Instructor

TBD

Course outline

Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.

Cost

$611.36

Important information
  1. Internet delivery format.
  2. Departmental approval needed
  3. No class on November 11th (Remembrance Day). 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 have a basic, working understanding of:

  • Describe fire alarm systems components, functions and operation.
  • Discuss codes, standards and regulations applying to fire alarm systems.
  • Identify and describe applicable inspection and test procedures.
  • Conduct inspections and tests to ensure compliance.
  • Complete appropriate documentation and reports.

Effective as of Spring/Summer 2015

Related Programs

Fire Alarm Systems: Inspection and Testing (FIRE 2084) is offered as a part of the following programs:

School of Energy

  1. Fire Protection Inspection and Testing
    Associate Certificate Part-time

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