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Oct 30, 2025
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2023-2024 College Catalog [***ATTENTION: THIS IS AN ARCHIVED CATALOG***]
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FSC 235 - Fire Protection Systems
Credits: 3
Lab/Lecture: Three Lecture.
This course provides information relating to the features of design and operation of fire alarm systems, water-based fire suppression systems, special hazard fire suppression systems, water supply for fire protection and portable fire extinguishers. Aligns with FESHE C0288.
Course Outcomes:
Students will be able to:
- identify the different types, uses, and benefits of fire protection systems found in various types of structures;
- summarize the basic elements of a public water supply system as it relates to fire protection systems;
- explain the operation and appropriate application for the different types of portable fire protection systems;
- identify the different types and components of sprinkler, standpipe, and foam systems;
- discuss residential and commercial sprinkler legislation;
- compare the basic components and detectors in a fire alarm system;
- describe the hazards of smoke, and list the four factors that can influence smoke movement in a building.
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