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DRFT 1145: HVAC and Fire Suppression System
Effective date
September 2024
Department
Drafting
School
Trades, Technology and Design
Description
This course introduces the mechanical industry side of MEP (mechanical, electrical and plumbing) systems. Students will learn the overall layout of ducting, layout of piping and equipment for the fire suppression systems in buildings. Students are also introduced to the overall layout of ducting and equipment for the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems (HVAC) in buildings.
Credits
4.0
Year of study
1st Year Post-secondary
Prerequisites
DRFT 1010, DRFT 1011, DRFT 1012, DRFT 1013.
Corequisites
None
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Explain the principles and practices of fire suppression systems and HVAC systems
- Identify the types of fire suppression systems commonly used in buildings, including wet and dry sprinkler systems, foam systems, and clean agent systems.
- Determine duct sizing and sprinkler pipe layout for buildings.
- Explain operations and performance objectives of sprinkler and standpipe systems.
- Describe different types of fire sprinkler systems and components.
- Describe thermal and air-quality air requirements for buildings.
- Describe ventilation requirements for buildings.
- Discuss current and relevant policies, building codes, and standards related to HVAC and Fire Suppressions Systems.
- Create and modify 2D and 3D HVAC drawings, including schematics, equipment layouts, and piping diagrams.
- Design evacuation plans.
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
None
Hours
Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 32
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 48
Total Hours: 80
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 48
Total Hours: 80
Instructional Strategies
Lectures, video presentations, project-/problem-based learning, lab activities
Grading System
Letter Grade (A-F)
Passing grade
C-
Evaluation Plan
|
Type |
Percentage |
Assessment activity |
|
Project |
60 |
Minimum of 2 project-based major assignments of approximately equal value |
|
Quizzes/Tests |
10 |
|
|
Final Exam |
20 |
|
|
Participation |
10 |
Active participation and engagement in course activities and discussions |
Course topics
- HVAC systems and their applications in buildings
- HVAC and Fire Suppression standards and codes
- Components of an HVAC system, including chillers, air handlers, ductwork, and controls
- Types of HVAC systems commonly used in Canada, such as central, decentralized, and hybrid systems
- Fire sprinkler systems and their applications in buildings
- Canadian fire sprinkler standards and codes
Notes:
- Course contents and descriptions, offerings and schedules are subject to change without notice.
- Students are required to follow all College policies including ones that govern their educational experience at VCC. Policies are available on the VCC website at:
https://www.vcc.ca/about/governance--policies/policies/. - To find out if there are existing transfer agreements for this course, visit the BC Transfer Guide at https://www.bctransferguide.ca.