Fire Protection Systems

A review of fire detection and protection systems including: automatic sprinkler systems, portable fire extinguishers, restaurant/kitchen systems, special hazard systems, detection systems, and control systems. The applicable laws, codes and standards will be introduced along with regulatory and support agencies. Specific topics include: introduction to fire protection systems, water supply systems for fire protection systems, water-based suppression systems, nonwater-based suppression systems, fire alarm systems, smoke management systems, and portable fire
extinguishers.

Required textbooks and materials (one-time purchase for all classes):

• Essentials of Firefighting and Fire Department Operations, ISBN 978-0-13-314080-4, $75.69