Course details
Provides an overview of the inspection and testing requirements for special fire suppression systems such as low, medium and high expansion foam systems, foam-water, carbon dioxide, dry chemical and wet chemical extinguishing systems. Examples of applicable codes will include B.C. and Vancouver Building Codes as well as the B.C. Fire Code and the Vancouver Fire By-law.
Prerequisite(s)
- Industry experience or departmental approval.
Credits
3.0
Cost
$598.57 - $611.36 See individual course offerings below for actual costs.
Course offerings
Spring/Summer 2023
Below is one offering of FIRE 2088 for the Spring/Summer 2023 term.
CRN 65612
Duration
Sat Jun 10 - Mon Jun 19 (3 weeks)
- 3 weeks
- CRN 65612
- $598.57
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 10 - Jun 18 | Sat, Sun | 09:00 - 17:00 | Online |
| Jun 19 | Mon | 17:00 - 21:00 | Online |
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Cost
$598.57
Important information
- Internet delivery format.
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This course is a compressed format that will run on: June 10th, 11th, and 12th and 17th, 18th, and 19th (Saturday, Sunday, and Monday). 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/ Note: 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
Fall 2023
Below is one offering of FIRE 2088 for the Fall 2023 term.
CRN 37440
Duration
Wed Sep 13 - Wed Nov 29 (12 weeks)
- 12 weeks
- CRN 37440
- $611.36
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 13 - Nov 29 | Wed | 18:45 - 21:45 | Online |
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Cost
$611.36
Important information
- Internet delivery format.
-
PLEASE NOTE: This course will be delivered in an ONLINE format. Details will be provided shortly. 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 fire systems components, functions and operation.
- Understand applicable codes, standards regulations and bylaws and:
- Identify and describe applicable inspection and test procedures.
- Conduct inspections and tests to ensure compliance.
- Complete appropriate documentation and reports.
Effective as of Fall 2010
Related Programs
Special Fire Suppression Systems (FIRE 2088) 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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