CAT5-07 · HVAC, Plumbing, Refrigeration & Mechanical Services

Fire Suppression & Sprinkler Systems

Design, installation, and testing of wet pipe, dry pipe, and pre-action automatic sprinkler systems, and introduction to gaseous suppression systems in line with NFPA 13 and local fire codes.

What you will learn

• Describe wet, dry, deluge, and pre-action sprinkler system configurations and select the appropriate type for an occupancy
• Perform hydraulic calculations for a sprinkler system to size pipes and determine the required pump duty point
• Install and test a sprinkler section including heads, pipes, alarm check valve, and flow switch
• Explain gaseous suppression system (FM-200, CO2) design principles and associated life-safety requirements

Who it's for

FET building services or fire safety engineering students. Basic plumbing knowledge is helpful.