CXS290 - Chemical Extinguishing Systems

Subject Title
Chemical Extinguishing Systems

Subject Description
This course will address special extinguishing systems and agents. An important course ingredient for the student is to gain an understanding of the relative strengths and weaknesses of the various fire suppression agents and systems. Based on this understanding the student should be able to put forth alternative strategies that may be used to provide a reasonable level of protection in a particular hazard.

While plain water and automatic sprinkler systems are recognized as the most common and basic system protection, and is an extremely effective extinguishing agent, there are times when additional protection is desired, or when water is not available or is not suitable. Non-suitability arises in cases when it is necessary to minimize water damage, the material may react with water, or because of clean-up problems after the fire.

When problems such as the above arise there are a number of chemical agents in fire protection technology that may be chosen, either singularly or in combination, to ensure that fire suppression may be achieved in the most efficient manner.

Even when the protection of a special hazard may justify the installation of a special suppression system, it should be noted that automatic sprinkler protection is still generally needed for life safety and exposure protection.

Credit Status
One college subject credit. FPF190 is a pre-requisite for this course.

Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this subject the student will be able to:

1. Apply the NFPA Standards appropriate to each extinguishing agent;

2. Know the properties, extinguishing characteristics, and systems concepts for each of the
    following special extinguishing agents/systems:

• Halons
• Clean Agents (Halocarbons and Inert Gases)
• Carbon Dioxide Systems
• Dry and wet chemicals,
• Foams

3. Be aware of the environmental and health concerns associated with the application of any of the above agents

Essential Employability Skills

    •  Communicate clearly, concisely and correctly in the written, spoken and visual form that fulfils the purpose and meets the needs of the audience.

    •  Apply a systematic approach to solve problems.

    •  Locate, select, organize, and document information using appropriate technology and information systems.

    •  Interact with others in groups or teams in ways that contribute to effective working relationships and the achievement of goals.

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Discrimination/Harassment
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Accommodation for Students with Disabilities
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Camera Use and Recordings - Synchronous (Live) Classes
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Students joining a live class online may be required to have a working camera in order to participate, or for certain activities (e.g. group work, assessments), and high-speed broadband access (e.g. Cable, DSL) is highly recommended. In the event students encounter circumstances that impact their ability to join the platform with their camera on, they should reach out to the professor to discuss. Live classes may be recorded and made available to students to support access to course content and promote student learning and success.

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