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AFSA Applied Sprinkler Technology 101: Basic

AFSA Applied Sprinkler Technology 101: Basic

3 hrs. Online Course

Level: Fundamental

Item#: AFSA-4

SME: Anonymous

USD$155.00 InStock 2029-01-01
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This course has been discontinued
 
This is the first lesson in a series offered by the American Fire Sprinkler Association for those wanting to learn automatic fire sprinkler system layout. All NFPA® 13 references in this lesson are from the 2007 edition. Lesson 1 covers topics including 1) Some Basic Things About Your Job as a Sprinkler Designer, 2) An Overview of Fire Protection and Fire Protection Sprinkler Systems, 3) History and Description of the Automatic Fire Sprinkler, 4) Codes and Standards, and 5) Metric Units and Conversions.

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Objectives
Course Objectives

Upon completion of this course the student will:

  • Describe the significant role of the automatic sprinkler system layout technician in the field of fire protection
  • Recognize the difference between engineer, designer, and system layout technician
  • Explain the basic functions of an automatic fire sprinkler system
  • Identify basic components, markings, and finishes of an automatic fire sprinkler
  • Identify various spray patterns and types of automatic fire sprinklers
  • Describe the importance of and the differences between codes and standards
  • Express the differences between the English System, the Metric System and the SI System of Measurement
  • Perform basic linear, volume, weight, angular, and pressure conversions