FT 106 Fire Protection Systems Syllabus

Course Syllabus:  FT 106 Syllabus Fall 2018

Meet Your Instructor: Suzanne Freeman

Course Description:

Course Description: Portable fire extinguishing equipment; protection systems for special hazards; sprinkler systems and fire detection and alarm systems. Units:  3 Prerequisite:  Fire Technology 101 & 102

Student Learning Outcomes

• Identify fire detection, alarm, smoke management and monitoring systems, including their testing, maintenance, and operational requirements.
• Explain the application and operation and water-based, non-water based and portable fire suppression systems.
• Describe the design, use and maintenance of fire protection systems and the codes and standards that regulate them.

Textbook Information: 

Fire Inspection and Code Enforcement 8th Edition (IFSTA) International Fire Service Training Association. ISBN 978-0-87939-605-3

A reference manual for both uniformed and civilian inspectors, Fire Inspection and Code Enforcement (8th edition) is a comprehensive source of information. This manual educates inspectors about the principles and techniques of fire prevention and life-safety inspection and code compliance. It addresses NFPA® 1031, Standard for Professional Qualifications for Fire Inspector and Plan Examiner, Levels I and II. In addition, this manual has also been written to meet the learning objectives of the Fire and Emergency Services Higher Education (FESHE) NOTE: This is the same book required for FT 104 Fire Prevention.