Specialization course in technology, design and implementation of automatic fire extinguishing systems

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  • AREA OF KNOWLEDGE: Fire Protection FORMAT: Online - Live Classes DURATION: 100 hours (4 ECTS) DATES: Start: May 6, 2024 - End: June 28, 2024. After the enrollment period ends, it is possible to complete the training program in a flexible format. SESSIONS: Mondays and Wednesdays. Time: 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM (Spanish time). Attendance is not mandatory; sessions will be recorded and available on the virtual platform. TARGET AUDIENCE:
  • Fire protection professionals interested in specific training in automatic fire suppression systems, both at the technical office level and for construction and maintenance personnel.
  • Technical profiles in the engineering and architecture sectors who develop fire protection projects.
  • Technical profiles in the insurance and expert appraisal sectors.
  • Recent graduates or students in their final years who wish to begin their professional career in the fire protection sector.
  • GOALS

  • This Specialization Course aims to provide students with comprehensive and qualified training in automatic fire suppression systems, focusing on the technology, design, and implementation of different systems. The specific objectives of this Specialization Course are as follows:
  • To introduce students to the fundamentals of fire protection systems, both active and passive.
  • To define the fundamentals of hydraulics applicable to the design and calculation of automatic fire suppression systems.
  • To analyze the design, installation, commissioning, and maintenance phases of automatic fire suppression systems.
  • To define the main aspects of automatic sprinkler systems, referencing NFPA, FM, and EN standards.
  • To determine the main aspects of water mist systems.
  • To delve into the technological, design, and implementation aspects of low-, medium-, and high-expansion foam fire suppression systems.
  • To develop the fundamentals of water supply for fire protection systems, focusing on pumping systems and associated storage tanks.
  • Define the main aspects of water mist systems, based on their technological and regulatory analysis.
  • Explore in depth the technology, design, and implementation of fire suppression systems using gaseous agents, focusing on chemical gases, inert gases, and CO2.
  • Develop other automatic fire suppression systems, such as those using condensed aerosols, powder, or kitchen fire suppression systems.
  • METHODOLOGY AND EVALUATION

    La metodología de trabajo y estudio es plenamente online, permitiendo al alumno tanto el aprovechamiento de las clases virtuales como la flexbilidad de poder avanzar según su disponibilidad a través de la plataforma virtual.

    PROGRAM

    This Specialization Course consists of eight modules, which cover the most important aspects of automatic fire suppression systems in terms of technology, design, and implementation. Module 1. Introduction and General Concepts. 1.1 Introduction to Fire Protection. 1.2 Active and Passive Fire Protection. 1.3 Automatic Fire Suppression Systems. 1.4 Design Principles of Automatic Fire Suppression Systems and Regulatory Framework. 1.5 The Design, Installation, Commissioning, and Maintenance Phases of Automatic Fire Suppression Systems. 1.6 Fundamentals of Hydraulics Applied to Fire Suppression Systems. Module 2. Automatic Sprinkler Systems. 2.1 General Concepts and Introduction to Automatic Sprinkler Systems. 2.2 Types and Classification of Sprinklers. 2.3 Design and Manufacturing Characteristics of Sprinklers. 2.4 Components of a Sprinkler System. General Diagram. 2.5 Types of Systems and Networks. 2.6 Design of automatic sprinkler systems in accordance with NFPA 13, EN 12845, and FM standards. 2.6.1 Classification of uses and goods based on risk. 2.6.2 System requirements, sprinkler needs, and other considerations. 2.6.3 Requirements for sprinklers, valves, piping, and other components. 2.6.4 Geometric design parameters. 2.6.5 Hydraulic design parameters. 2.6.6 Standard support and seismic protection. 2.7 Sprinkler system design procedure. Module 3. Water mist systems. 3.1 General concepts and introduction to water mist systems. 3.2 Regulatory framework. 3.3 Water mist system components. 3.4 Applications. 3.5 Design of water mist systems in accordance with NFPA 15 and UNE 23503. 3.5.1 Protection of vessels and tanks. 3.5.2 Transformer Protection. 3.5.3 Facility Gallery Protection. 3.5.4 Structural Protection. 3.5.5 Pipe Rack Protection. 3.5.6 Fuel Storage Tank Protection. 3.5.7 Hydroshields. Module 4. Foam Systems. 4.1 Concepts and Definitions. 4.2 Foam Agent Classification. 4.3 Foam Agent Supply and Mixing. 4.4 Foam Agent Delivery Methods. 4.5 Discharge Equipment. 4.6 Foam System Applications. 4.7 Design in Accordance with NFPA 11, NFPA 16, and EN 13565-2. 4.7.1 Design Densities. 4.7.2 Protection of Flammable Liquid Storage in Tanks, Spill Containment Areas, and Process Areas. 4.7.3 Enclosed Sprinkler Systems and Foam Deluge Systems. 4.7.4 High-expansion systems. 4.7.5 Other applications. Module 5. Water Supply Systems. 5.1 General concepts and introduction to water supply systems. 5.2 Design standards. NFPA 20, NFPA 22, UNE EN 12845 and UNE 23500 as reference. 5.3 System components. 5.4 Water sources. 5.5 Atmospheric, pressurized, and gravity-fed reservoirs. 5.6 Pumping systems. Preliminary considerations and block diagrams. 5.7 General scheme and operating principle of a pumping system. 5.8 Nominal flow rates of fire pumps. 5.9 Hydraulic performance and representative curves. 5.10 Suction circuit, discharge circuit, and test circuit. 5.11 Vertical pumps. 5.12 Motors. Types and parts. 5.13 Starter and control panels. 5.14 Pump Rooms. General Construction Considerations. 5.15 General Fire Water Distribution Network. 5.16 Practical Examples. Module 6. Water Mist Systems. 6.1 General Concepts and Introduction to Water Mist. 6.2 Regulatory Framework. 6.3 Components of a Water Mist System. 6.4 Applications. 6.5 Design in Accordance with NFPA 750 and EN 14972-1. 6.6 Conclusions. Module 7. Gaseous Fire Suppression Systems. 7.1 General Concepts and Introduction to Gaseous Fire Suppression Systems. 7.2 Principles of Gaseous Agents. 7.3 Components of a Gaseous Fire Suppression System. 7.4 Clean Agent Fire Suppression Design. 7.4.1 Parameters. 7.4.2 Design with chemical agent according to EN 15004 and NFPA 2001. 7.4.3 Design with inert agent according to EN 15004 and NFPA 2001. 7.4.4 Case studies. 7.5 CO2 fire suppression design. 7.5.1 Parameters. 7.5.2 CO2 design according to ISO 6183 and NFPA 12. 7.5.3 Case studies. 7.6 Design of overpressure dampers. Module 8. Other automatic fire suppression systems. 8.1 Condensed aerosol fire suppression systems. 8.2 Powder fire suppression systems. 8.3 Kitchen fire suppression systems. 8.4 Other fire suppression systems.

    DEGREES AND CERTIFICATES

  • Upon completion of the program, you will receive two certifications issued by two different entities:
  • ESSIIF's own certificate.
  • Isabel I University certificate.
  • PRICES AND SCHOLARSHIPS

    PRECIO: 775 euros (620 euros con beca del 20%)

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