Fire Protection and Life Safety in the Built Environment
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Fire Protection Engineering Intro Course
The Fire Protection Industry
Building Design and Construction Process
Fundamentals of Fire in the Built Environment
Life Safety
Fire Alarm and Mass Notification Systems
Fire Suppression Systems
Smoke Control Systems
Fire Modeling and Performance Based Design
Course Overview
About This Course
This course, Introduction to Fire Protection and Life Safety in the Built Environment, has been developed to explore elementary concepts for the fire protection industry. It is intended as a university-level baseline course to introduce relevant industry topics and develop skill sets to prepare graduate engineers and architects for industry immersion. It is catered towards a three-credit hour semester long course covering fourteen modules.
This course, Introduction to Fire Protection and Life Safety in the Built Environment, has been developed to explore elementary concepts for the fire protection industry. It is intended as a university-level baseline course to introduce relevant industry topics and develop skill sets to prepare graduate engineers and architects for industry immersion. It is catered towards a three-credit hour semester long course covering fourteen modules.
Course Schedule
University of Kansas Spring 2016 ARCE 664 Course
University of Kansas Spring 2016 ARCE 664 Course
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Module 1.1: The Fire Protection Industry
Module 2.1: Design & Construction: Design Phases, Deliverables, & Software Module 3.1: Properties of Fire, Fire Growth, & Transport in Buildings Module 4.1: Life Safety and Building Codes (1 of 2) Module 4.1: Life Safety and Building Codes (2 of 2) Module 5.1: Fire Alarm Design (1 of 2) Module 5.1: Fire Alarm (2 of 2) & Mass Notification System Design & Calculations Module 6.1: Fire Sprinkler Design & Calculations Module 6.2: Sprinkler Design & Calculations, Standpipe Design & Calculations Module 6.3-6.5: Fire Pumps, Tanks, & Other Suppression Systems Module 7.1: Smoke Control Systems Module 8.1-8.2: Performance Based Design & Fire Modeling (1 of 3) Module 8.2: Fire Modeling (2 of 3) Module 8.2: Fire Modeling (3 of 3) |
Monday, January 25, 2016
Monday, February 1, 2016 Monday, February 8, 2016 Monday, February 15, 2016 Monday, February 22, 2016 Monday, February 29, 2016 Monday, March 7, 2016 Monday, March 21, 2016 Monday, March 28, 2016 Monday, April 4, 2016 Monday, April 11, 2016 Monday, April 18, 2016 Monday, April 26, 2016 Monday, May 2, 2016 |
The Fire Protection Industry
About The Industry
About the Industry
The fire protection industry covers a broad scope of services and applications, ranging from risk assessment in nuclear facilities to finding water-saving alternatives for marine fire suppression. Fire Protection Engineers work in a variety of fields in a variety of roles, including consulting, as emergency responders, in the entertainment industry, in forensic investigation, for government, in healthcare, insurance, manufacturing, research and testing, and at universities around the world. The industry has seen strong growth in the last several decades and offers lucrative careers for those who specialize in fire protection.
In This Module
Overview of the Course
History of Fire Protection Engineering
Careers (Growth and Opportunity, Salary Survey)
Work Environments (Building Official, Consulting, Fire Department, Government, Insurance, Ownership)
Roles of a Fire Protection Engineer (Code Consulting, Design, Loss Prevention, Plan Review)
Local & National Opportunities (Greater Kansas City Area, Nationwide)
Education Options
Organizations
About the Industry
The fire protection industry covers a broad scope of services and applications, ranging from risk assessment in nuclear facilities to finding water-saving alternatives for marine fire suppression. Fire Protection Engineers work in a variety of fields in a variety of roles, including consulting, as emergency responders, in the entertainment industry, in forensic investigation, for government, in healthcare, insurance, manufacturing, research and testing, and at universities around the world. The industry has seen strong growth in the last several decades and offers lucrative careers for those who specialize in fire protection.
In This Module
Overview of the Course
History of Fire Protection Engineering
Careers (Growth and Opportunity, Salary Survey)
Work Environments (Building Official, Consulting, Fire Department, Government, Insurance, Ownership)
Roles of a Fire Protection Engineer (Code Consulting, Design, Loss Prevention, Plan Review)
Local & National Opportunities (Greater Kansas City Area, Nationwide)
Education Options
Organizations
Module Content
Module 1.1 - The Fire Protection Industry
Module 1.1 - The Fire Protection Industry
Assignment
Complete Reading for Module 01 & Module 02
Complete Reading for Module 01 & Module 02
Resources
Careers
Careers in Fire Protection Engineering | Website
Industry Salary Survey - 2014 | Website
Roles in the Industry | Website
Job Boards
LinkedIn | Website
Society of Fire Protection Engineers - Missouri-Kansas Chapter | Website
Society of Fire Protection Engineers - National | Website
University of Maryland | Website
Local Organizations
Society of Fire Protection Engineers - Missouri-Kansas Chapter | Website
Organizations
American Fire Alarm Association - AFAA | Website
American Fire Sprinkler Association - AFSA | Website
International Code Council | Website
National Fire Sprinkler Association | Website
National Fire Protection Association | Website
Society of Fire Protection Engineers - National | Website
Scholarships
Society of Fire Protection Engineers - Missouri-Kansas Chapter | Website
Society of Fire Protection Engineers - St. Louis Chapter | Website
Careers
Careers in Fire Protection Engineering | Website
Industry Salary Survey - 2014 | Website
Roles in the Industry | Website
Job Boards
LinkedIn | Website
Society of Fire Protection Engineers - Missouri-Kansas Chapter | Website
Society of Fire Protection Engineers - National | Website
University of Maryland | Website
Local Organizations
Society of Fire Protection Engineers - Missouri-Kansas Chapter | Website
Organizations
American Fire Alarm Association - AFAA | Website
American Fire Sprinkler Association - AFSA | Website
International Code Council | Website
National Fire Sprinkler Association | Website
National Fire Protection Association | Website
Society of Fire Protection Engineers - National | Website
Scholarships
Society of Fire Protection Engineers - Missouri-Kansas Chapter | Website
Society of Fire Protection Engineers - St. Louis Chapter | Website
Building Design & Construction
About
The Design & Construction Process
The building design and construction process typically follows similar course despite a variety of contract arrangements between an owner, architect, and contractor. From a design engineer perspective, design can be described in specific progressive phases, the level of deliverable detail may vary according to the design contract, and may be provided using a variety of design tools. This section will address an overview of the design and construction process and provide guidance on how to develop and deliver design documents.
In This Module
Design Phases (Conceptual, Schematic, Design Development, Contract Documents, Permit/Bid, Construction)
Design Deliverables (Narrative/Code Report, Design Drawings, Specifications)
Design Software (AutoCAD, Revit MEP)
The Design & Construction Process
The building design and construction process typically follows similar course despite a variety of contract arrangements between an owner, architect, and contractor. From a design engineer perspective, design can be described in specific progressive phases, the level of deliverable detail may vary according to the design contract, and may be provided using a variety of design tools. This section will address an overview of the design and construction process and provide guidance on how to develop and deliver design documents.
In This Module
Design Phases (Conceptual, Schematic, Design Development, Contract Documents, Permit/Bid, Construction)
Design Deliverables (Narrative/Code Report, Design Drawings, Specifications)
Design Software (AutoCAD, Revit MEP)
Reading
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Module 2 Content
Module 2.1 - Design & Construction: Design Phases, Deliverables, and Software
Module 2.1 - Design & Construction: Design Phases, Deliverables, and Software
Assignment
Prepare Project Deliverables: Narrative, Sheets, and Spec Index
Prepare Project Deliverables: Narrative, Sheets, and Spec Index
Resources
Software
Autodesk AutoCAD (free for students) | Website
Autodesk Revit MEP (free for students) | Website
AutoSprink | Website
Fire Dynamic Simulator (free) | Website
HydraCAD | Website
Smokeview (free) | Website
Software
Autodesk AutoCAD (free for students) | Website
Autodesk Revit MEP (free for students) | Website
AutoSprink | Website
Fire Dynamic Simulator (free) | Website
HydraCAD | Website
Smokeview (free) | Website
Fundamentals of Fire in the Built Environment
About
Fundamentals of Fire
The interaction of fire, or the rapid oxidation of a fuel source, is a complex phenomenon that dramatically affects how we design the built environment. This module explores the underlying fundamentals of what fire is and what hazards its presents in the context of building design.
In This Module
Properties of Fire (Combustion Process, Fire Tetrahedron)
Hazards (Fire/Smoke, Fuel Loads, Fuel Variety in Buildings)
Stages of Fire Growth (Ignition, Fire Growth, Peak Heat Release, Decay)
Transport in Buildings (Flame Spread, Smoke Spread)
Strategies for Prevention (Limit Fuel, Limit Ignition Sources)
Strategies for Suppression & Extinguishment (Heat, Chemical interruption, Oxygen, Fuel)
Fundamentals of Fire
The interaction of fire, or the rapid oxidation of a fuel source, is a complex phenomenon that dramatically affects how we design the built environment. This module explores the underlying fundamentals of what fire is and what hazards its presents in the context of building design.
In This Module
Properties of Fire (Combustion Process, Fire Tetrahedron)
Hazards (Fire/Smoke, Fuel Loads, Fuel Variety in Buildings)
Stages of Fire Growth (Ignition, Fire Growth, Peak Heat Release, Decay)
Transport in Buildings (Flame Spread, Smoke Spread)
Strategies for Prevention (Limit Fuel, Limit Ignition Sources)
Strategies for Suppression & Extinguishment (Heat, Chemical interruption, Oxygen, Fuel)
Reading
None
None
Module 3 Content
Module 3.1 - Properties of Fire, Fire Growth & Transport
Module 3.1 - Properties of Fire, Fire Growth & Transport
Assignment
None
None
Resources
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Life Safety
About
Life Safety & Code Consulting
In this Module
Goals of Life Safety
Applicable Codes Standards
Use & Occupancy
Building Height and Area
Construction Types
Fire & Smoke Protection Features
Fire Protection Systems
Means of Egress
Life Safety Design
Calculations
Egress Calculations
Exit Widths
Deliverables
Life Safety & Code Consulting
In this Module
Goals of Life Safety
Applicable Codes Standards
Use & Occupancy
Building Height and Area
Construction Types
Fire & Smoke Protection Features
Fire Protection Systems
Means of Egress
Life Safety Design
Calculations
Egress Calculations
Exit Widths
Deliverables
Reading
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Module 4 Content
Module 4.1 - Life Safety Analysis
Module 4.1 - Life Safety Analysis
Assignment
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Resources
International Code Series
International Building, Fire Codes (free access) | Website
Standards
NFPA Codes (free access) | Website
International Code Series
International Building, Fire Codes (free access) | Website
Standards
NFPA Codes (free access) | Website
Fire Alarm & Mass Notification Systems
About
Fire Alarm & Mass Notification
In This Module
Goals for Fire Alarm & Mass Notification Systems
Applicable Codes & Standards
Design
Initiating Devices
Notification Appliances
Auxiliary Systems
Calculations
Battery Calculations
Voltage Drop Calculations
Deliverables
Fire Alarm & Mass Notification
In This Module
Goals for Fire Alarm & Mass Notification Systems
Applicable Codes & Standards
Design
Initiating Devices
Notification Appliances
Auxiliary Systems
Calculations
Battery Calculations
Voltage Drop Calculations
Deliverables
Reading
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Module 5 Content
Module 5.1 - Fire Alarm Design
Module 5.2 - Mass Notification Systems
Module 5.1 - Fire Alarm Design
Module 5.2 - Mass Notification Systems
Assignment
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Resources
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Fire Suppression Systems
About
Fire Suppression Systems
In Module 06.1
Goals for Fire Sprinkler Systems
Codes & Standards (IBC Ch. & 9, NFPA 13)
Design (System Types, Sprinklers, Branch Piping, Main Piping, Service Entry, Other System Components)
Calculations (Hydraulic Calculations)
Deliverables
In Module 06.2
Goals for Fire Sprinkler Systems
Codes & Standards (IBC Ch. & 9, NFPA 14)
Design (System Types, Hose Valves, Vertical Standpipes, Horizontal standpipes, Other System Components)
Calculations (Hydraulic Calculations)
Deliverables
In Module 06.3
Goals for Fire Pumps
Codes & Standards (NFPA 20)
Design (Pump types, System Components)
Calculations (Pump Requirement determination, Pump Sizing Determination)
Deliverables
In Module 06.4
Goals for Fire Tanks
Codes & Standards (NFPA 22)
Design (Tank types, System Components)
Calculations (Tank Requirement, Tank Sizing)
Deliverables
In Module 06.5
Goals for Other Suppression Systems
Codes & Standards (NFPA 2001)
Design (Clean Agent Systems, Extinguishers)
Calculations
Deliverables
Fire Suppression Systems
In Module 06.1
Goals for Fire Sprinkler Systems
Codes & Standards (IBC Ch. & 9, NFPA 13)
Design (System Types, Sprinklers, Branch Piping, Main Piping, Service Entry, Other System Components)
Calculations (Hydraulic Calculations)
Deliverables
In Module 06.2
Goals for Fire Sprinkler Systems
Codes & Standards (IBC Ch. & 9, NFPA 14)
Design (System Types, Hose Valves, Vertical Standpipes, Horizontal standpipes, Other System Components)
Calculations (Hydraulic Calculations)
Deliverables
In Module 06.3
Goals for Fire Pumps
Codes & Standards (NFPA 20)
Design (Pump types, System Components)
Calculations (Pump Requirement determination, Pump Sizing Determination)
Deliverables
In Module 06.4
Goals for Fire Tanks
Codes & Standards (NFPA 22)
Design (Tank types, System Components)
Calculations (Tank Requirement, Tank Sizing)
Deliverables
In Module 06.5
Goals for Other Suppression Systems
Codes & Standards (NFPA 2001)
Design (Clean Agent Systems, Extinguishers)
Calculations
Deliverables
Reading
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Module 6 Content
Module 6.1 - Fire Sprinkler Design and Calculations
Module 6.2 - Fire Standpipe Design and Calculations
Module 6.3 - Fire Pumps
Module 6.4 - Fire Tanks
Module 6.5 - Other Fire Suppression Systems
Module 6.1 - Fire Sprinkler Design and Calculations
Module 6.2 - Fire Standpipe Design and Calculations
Module 6.3 - Fire Pumps
Module 6.4 - Fire Tanks
Module 6.5 - Other Fire Suppression Systems
Assignment
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Resources
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Smoke Control Systems
About
Smoke Control Systems
In this Module
Goals for Smoke Control Systems
Codes & Standards (IBC Ch. 4, 9, NFPA 92)
Design
Calculations
Deliverables
Smoke Control Systems
In this Module
Goals for Smoke Control Systems
Codes & Standards (IBC Ch. 4, 9, NFPA 92)
Design
Calculations
Deliverables
Reading
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Module 7 Content
Module 7.1 - Smoke Control System Design
Module 7.1 - Smoke Control System Design
Assignment
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Resources
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Fire Modeling & Performance Based Design
About
Performance Based Design
Much of the code requirements in the United States is prescriptive-based, which has spawned from century-long tradition of change and adaptation following major events or disasters. As an alternative, a performance-based code approach works to provide equal or greater life safety and property protection, but in a manner that is more suitable for a rapidly changing architectural environment.
In this Module
Goals for Performance Based Design
Codes & Standards (International Building Code)
Design
Calculations
Deliverables
Performance Based Design
Much of the code requirements in the United States is prescriptive-based, which has spawned from century-long tradition of change and adaptation following major events or disasters. As an alternative, a performance-based code approach works to provide equal or greater life safety and property protection, but in a manner that is more suitable for a rapidly changing architectural environment.
In this Module
Goals for Performance Based Design
Codes & Standards (International Building Code)
Design
Calculations
Deliverables
Reading
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Module 8 Content
Module 8.1 - Introduction to Performance Design
Module 8.2 - Fire Model Development
Module 8.1 - Introduction to Performance Design
Module 8.2 - Fire Model Development
Assignment
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Resources
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