CSU FIR3305 2019 February All Units Journals Latest

FIR3305 Fire Protection Structure and Systems

Unit I Journal

Instructions

Imagine that you are designing a fire protection system for a building that you are familiar with. Do you believe that it is important for you to have a solid understanding of fire behavior in that particular building when designing your system? Why, or why not? Give an example to support your answer.

Your journal entry must be at least 200 words. No references or citations are necessary.

 

FIR3305 Fire Protection Structure and Systems

Unit II Journal

Instructions

Compare and contrast the advantages and disadvantages of the three means of moving water discussed in your textbook (pumped system, gravity system, and combined system).

Your journal entry must be at least 200 words. No references or citations are necessary.

 

FIR3305 Fire Protection Structure and Systems

Unit III Journal

Instructions

Assume you are a responding fire officer to a reported building fire. What are two or three components that you think should be included in the pre-incident plan as it relates to the structure's automatic fire sprinkler system? Why are these components critical enough to be in a pre-incident plan?

Your journal entry must be at least 200 words. No references or citations are necessary.

 

FIR3305 Fire Protection Structure and Systems

Unit IV Journal

Instructions

Traditional water-based systems and water spray/mist systems have some similarities, but they also have some significant differences. Discuss a specific application for each system. When might you choose one system over the other?

Your journal entry must be at least 200 words. No references or citations are necessary.

 

FIR3305 Fire Protection Structure and Systems

Unit V Journal

Instructions

Do you believe it is possible for a wet chemical extinguishing system to be used for operations other than those involving commercial cooking? Explain why or why not.

Your journal entry must be at least 200 words. No references or citations are necessary.

 

FIR3305 Fire Protection Structure and Systems

Unit VI Journal

Instructions

Why is the process of acceptance testing of fire alarm systems important?

Your journal entry must be at least 200 words. No references or citations are necessary.

 

FIR3305 Fire Protection Structure and Systems

Unit VII Journal

Instructions

Locate a portable fire extinguisher. One may be in your place of business, your home, or on your fire apparatus. Outline the information contained on the label. Discuss whether or not you feel that the nameplate contains enough information about the extinguisher.

Your journal entry must be at least 200 words. No references or citations are necessary.

 

FIR3305 Fire Protection Structure and Systems

Unit VIII Journal

Instructions

Discuss how you will be able to apply what you learned in this course to your current or future work.

Your journal entry must be at least 200 words. No references or citations are necessary.