Advanced course in fire protection system maintenance

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  • AREA OF KNOWLEDGE: Fire Protection MODE: Online - Self-paced DURATION: 100 hours (4 ECTS) START DATE: Open enrollment. Students can begin the program at their convenience and have a total of 6 months to complete it. This period can be extended for another 6 months. TARGET AUDIENCE:
  • Fire protection professionals interested in training on specific topics within the sector or who wish to expand their technical skills in the maintenance of fire protection systems.
  • Technical professionals in the engineering and architecture sectors, specializing in audits and inspections of installations, who wish to delve deeper into the maintenance of fire protection systems.
  • Maintenance managers in industries and buildings in general.
  • Professionals in the insurance sector.
  • Recent graduates or students in their final years who want to start their professional career in the Fire Protection sector, acquiring knowledge and technical skills in the maintenance of Fire Protection Installations.

    • GOALS

  • The main objective of this course is to provide students with comprehensive and qualified training in the fire protection sector, specifically focusing on the maintenance of fire protection systems. Each module is designed to equip students with sufficient knowledge in fire protection engineering to understand, analyze, and resolve the tasks necessary to design, plan, and execute an optimal maintenance plan. The specific objectives of this Advanced Course in Fire Protection System Maintenance are as follows:
  • Explore the specific and applicable regulations and standards.
  • Introduce students to the concept of maintenance and its types.
  • Understand the operation, components, and basic design criteria of the main existing fire protection systems.
  • Delve into the concept of a Maintenance Plan and its components.
  • Equip students with the necessary skills to perform visual inspections, reviews, replacements, and tests required for the proper execution of maintenance.
  • Analyze common failures and problems in different types of systems.
  • Know the documentation to be generated during maintenance.

    • METHODOLOGY AND EVALUATION

  • The work and study methodology is entirely online, allowing students to follow the course flexibly according to their availability. The main characteristics of the teaching method are described below:
  • Training delivered through the ESSIIF virtual platform.
  • The course consists of materials edited and created exclusively by professionals in each of the subjects taught. These professionals will develop each topic by introducing fundamental theoretical concepts while incorporating the necessary practical design aspects. The core of the course is comprised of PDF documentation delivered via the platform.
  • Theoretical and practical training activities through video lessons complement the provided documentation.
  • Individualized tutoring with the program's instructors.
  • Students will have access to the virtual platform for six months to complete the course. This period can be extended for another six months.
  • The evaluation of each module will be conducted online through the submission of assignments and partial projects (80%) and a theoretical-practical exam that students will take at the end of each module (20%).

    • PROGRAM

    This Advanced Course consists of six modules, which delve into the fundamental aspects of water supply for fire protection. Module 1. Introduction to the Maintenance of Fire Protection Systems. 1.1 Introduction. 1.2 Fire Protection Maintenance. Types. 1.2.1 Preventive Maintenance. 1.2.2 Corrective Maintenance. 1.3 Reference and Applicable Regulations. 1.3.1 Regulation on Fire Protection Systems – RIPCI. 1.3.2 Regulation on Fire Safety in Industrial Establishments – RSCIEI. 1.3.3 Technical Building Code DB SI. Module 2. Operation, Components, and Basic Design of Fire Protection Systems. 2.1 Introduction and General Considerations. 2.2 Detection and Alarm Systems. 2.3 Manual Extinguishing Systems. 2.3.1 Fire Extinguishers. 2.3.2 Hydrants. 2.3.3 Fire Hose Reels. 2.4 Automatic Extinguishing Systems. 2.4.1 Automatic Sprinklers. 2.4.2 Water Spray. 2.4.3 Water Mist. 2.4.4 Foam. 2.4.5 Gaseous Agents. 2.4.6 Powder. 2.4.7 Condensed Aerosols. 2.5 Water Supply Systems. 2.6 Smoke and Heat Control Systems. Module 3. Maintenance of Fire Protection Installations (I). 3.1 The Maintenance Plan. 3.2 Technical Data. 3.3 Tools and Safety Measures Required for Fire Protection Maintenance. 3.4 Operations to be Performed During Maintenance. 3.4.1 Operations to be Performed According to RIPCI RD 513/2017. 3.4.2 Operations to be Performed According to Applicable UNE Standards. Module 4. Maintenance of Fire Protection Systems (II). 4.1 Visual inspection of systems. 4.2 System overhaul. 4.3 Recommended spare parts and replacements. 4.4 System testing. Module 5. Maintenance of Fire Protection Systems (III). 5.1 Checklists and maintenance certificate. 5.2 Common problems and malfunctions in fire protection systems. Module 6. Final course project.

    DEGREES AND CERTIFICATES

  • At the end of the program, you will receive two certifications issued by two different entities:
  • ESSIIF's own degree.
  • Isabel I University certificate, with recognition of the ECTS credit equivalence of the number of hours completed.

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    PRICES AND SCHOLARSHIPS

    ADVANCED COURSE PRICE: 410 euros. Payment plan available. This course is eligible for funding through Fundae. Also, find out if you qualify for the scholarships ESSIIF offers its students.

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