DRFT 1260: Fire Suppression and Sprinkler Systems for Buildings
Effective date
September 2021
School
Trades, Technology and Design
Description
This course introduces the student to the overall layout of piping and equipment for buildings for the fire suppression systems for the mechanical engineering industry.
Year of study
1st Year Post-secondary
Prerequisites
DRFT 1010, DRFT 1011, DRFT 1012, DRFT 1013.
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Determine sprinkler pipe layout and positioning
- Explain operations and performance objectives of sprinkler and standpipe systems
- Describe different types of fire sprinkler systems and components.
- Define the applicable building code and bylaw requirements for fire sprinkler and standpipes systems.
- Prepare drawing layouts for small projects and executing redlines from designers for large projects
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
None
Hours
Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 10
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 20
Total Hours: 30
Instructional Strategies
Lectures, video presentations, project-/problem-based learning, lab activities
The course may be offered face-to-face or in a blended format (mix of face-to-face and online)
Grading System
Letter Grade (A-F)
Evaluation Plan
Type
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Percentage
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Assessment activity
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Project
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60
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Minimum of 3 project-based major assignments of approximately equal value.
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Quizzes/Tests
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10
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Final Exam
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30
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Course topics
- Federal, provincial, and industrial Fire Suppression standards
- NFPA 13 sprinkler design and installation criteria
- Pipe schedules, sprinkler spacing, layout and positioning requirements
- Coordinating with other disciplines
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.