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Fire Sprinkler Design

Seneca College Certificate

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Overview

The Fire Sprinkler Design program is ideal for existing designers who want to upgrade their skills, as well as future designers who are interested in entering the field. The courses in this program are also useful for AHJ's (Authority Having Jurisdiction) and those who perform plans review.

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Part-time Studies courses are being offered in either of the following four formats: Online, Flexible, In-person, Hybrid. Click Availability below to see current offerings.

Curriculum

SPR195
Introduction to Sprinklers
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This course provides students with a basic understanding of the requirements for design, fabrication, installation and approval of automatic sprinkler systems. Relevant codes and standards are included with a special emphasis placed on the NFPA13 general code.




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SPR490
Sprinklers II
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Prerequisite(s):

SPR195 or equivalent

This course is a continuation of SPR195 and covers topics that include wet and dry system operation, high piled storage, rack storage, standpipe systems and residential systems.




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CAD295
Intro to Autocad
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This course includes installation, navigating the editing screen, setting up a drawing, inserting and editing entities, using object snaps, managing files, controlling layers, using coordinates, dimensioning and plotting.




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HDS395
Fluid Mechanics and Hydraulic Calculation
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This course covers classic fluid mechanics and how to apply hydraulic calculation techniques to the design of sprinkler systems using NFPA 13 standards. Computer software will be used to predict system hydraulic performance.




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CSD595
Computerized Sprinkler Design
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Prerequisite(s):

CAD295 or equivalent

This course is a continuation of CAD295 and builds on basic AutoCAD skills. Students learn how to design sprinkler systems in an AutoCAD environment using SprinkCAD.




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FIP500
Introduction to Fire Pumps
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Prerequisite(s):

HDS 395 or equivalent. A Windows operating system is required to use the SprinkCAD® software.
Students must have SprinkCAD® installed and working on their computers.
Most software is available through Seneca College Centre for Flexible Learning.
Access to NFPA Codes and Standards essential for Sprinkler Design program. (Provided by College).

Students investigate positive displacement and centrifugal pumps as they are used in fire protection. Pump components, ancillary devices, electric motors, diesel engines, controllers, fittings and valves are covered. Students reference NFPA 20 regarding the selection and installation of Fire Pumps, and NFPA 25 regarding acceptance, maintenance and testing. Fire pumps are included in hydraulic calculations.




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STK595
Stocklisting
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This course provides students with the skills necessary to read and interpret sprinkler drawings and symbols. Students will produce detailed sprinkler system stocklists by hand and with computer software.




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Please note: Taking 5 or more online subjects in one semester is equivalent to a full-time course load. 

Methods of Delivery

Internet access will be required to complete this program. These courses are offered via e-correspondence only.

Graduation/Convocation

When you meet all program requirements and become eligible for a certificate, diploma, or degree, you must inform the Registrar by completing a Graduation Application form and paying the graduation and alumni fee. Certificates, diplomas, and applied degrees are issued twice a year in the Fall (October) and Spring (June).

For further information including deadlines and fees, please visit the Convocation website or contact the Convocation Office at theservicehub@senecapolytechnic.ca.

Program Contacts

Maria Graziosi
Program Assistant
Maria.Graziosi@senecapolytechnic.ca
416-764-0964


Melanie Rubens
Program Coordinator
Melanie.Rubens@senecapolytechnic.ca
416-764-0973


For more information about this program, fill out the following form.