Course Overview
Building upon the foundational knowledge and skills acquired in Sprinkler Design 1, this course delves deeper into the sprinkler and standpipe design. The course continues to focus on the application of NFPA standards for design and installation of sprinkler systems, while students will explore more advanced topics related to sprinkler design. The course will cover the selection and design of fire pumps and hydraulic calculations for high-rise buildings. Special situations in sprinkler design will also be explored, including hazardous materials and processes, occupancy-specific considerations, and protection for unique spaces. Students will also learn design requirements for buildings containing high storage, including the different types of high storage and the design considerations for these systems. Project administration will be covered in detail, with an emphasis on project planning, management, and documentation. In addition, the course will also introduce students to computer-aided calculations for designing and analyzing sprinkler and standpipe systems, providing them with the necessary skills to leverage their understanding of the sprinkler design.
Prerequisite(s)
- 50% in MSYS 3070
Credits
2.5
Registration requirements
Departmental approval is required to register for this course. You must have approval from the department to register. Students accepted into a program can register directly.
Domestic fees
$785.80
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:
- Prepare sprinkler design layouts for given hazards.
- Use computer software for hydraulic calculations.
- Select and design fire pumps for water supply in high-rise buildings.
- Design sprinkler installations for special situations and hazardous processes. Define high storage requirements.
- Define high storage requirements
- Demonstrate concepts of project management and administration in fire protection engineering.
- Design and calculate hangers, bracing and seismic design for sprinkler and standpipe systems.
Effective as of Spring/Summer 2023
Related Programs
Sprinkler Systems Design 2 (MSYS 3075) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
School of Energy
- Mechanical Systems
Associate Certificate Part-time
Course Offerings
Fall 2026
Below is one offering of MSYS 3075 for the Fall 2026 term.
CRN 50423
Dates
Oct 29 - Nov 27 Loading
- CRN 50423
- $785.80 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 29 - Nov 27 | Thu, Fri | 18:30 - 21:30 | Online |
Duration
5 weeks
Instructor
Glen Visser
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Please purchase any required course material such as textbooks prior to the first class - www.bcit.ca/bookstore/
Confirmation
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Status
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