Course

Course Summary
Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
NJAT-0083
Organization's ID:
J211LM.L1
Organization:
electrical training ALLIANCE
Location:
Hybrid
Length:
23 hours
Dates Offered:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Vocational-Certificate 1 fire alarm systems
Description

Objective:

The course objective is to introduce the Electrical Worker to basic systems and the codes and standards that are associated with fire alarm systems. The course then explores initiating devices and notification appliances. Once the Electrical Worker has gained an understanding of the basic components of a fire alarm system, he or she is introduced to common installation, startup, and checkout procedures.

Learning Outcomes:

  • explain circuit types important to fire alarm systems
  • locate and refer to codes and standards relevant to fire alarm systems
  • list general requirements for personnel, equipment, wiring, control equipment, and zoning
  • explain the various signal types
  • describe the methods for monitoring system integrity
  • describe requirements for primary and secondary power supplies
  • distinguish an alarm from supervisory devices
  • explain the operating theory for heat detectors, smoke detectors, and multi-sensor detectors
  • describe the installation requirements for: general coverage, mechanical protection, heat detectors, smoke detectors, Waterflow initiating devices, manual fire alarm boxes, supervisory signal-initiating devices
  • explain the general requirements of notification appliances
  • describe the requirements for telephone communications systems
  • explain how a mass notification system works
  • describe visible signals and how they work
  • explain the difference between public and private mode signaling
  • perform loop resistance and voltage drop calculations
  • explain the general requirements of wiring and wiring methods for: outside circuits, grounding, plenums
  • explain the connection requirements of combination systems
  • explain how suppression and fire alarm systems are interconnected to work together
  • describe different emergency control functions for such things as: elevators, HVAC systems, door release or door unlocking services, stairway pressurization
  • describe the various types of emergency communications systems (ECS)
  • recognize signal types
  • differentiate design drawings from shop drawings from “as-built” drawings
  • understand and recognize standard symbols and notations used in plans and specifications.
  • describe fire alarm system components and signals

General Topics:

  • Introduction to fire alarm systems
  • Fundamentals and system requirements
  • Initiating devices
  • Notification appliances
  • Wiring and wiring methods
  • System interfaces and safety control functions
  • Emergency communications systems and emergency voice/alarm
  • Communications systems
  • Plans and specifications
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Audio Visual Materials
  • Classroom Exercise
  • Computer Based Training
  • Discussion
  • Laboratory
  • Learner Presentations
  • Lectures
  • Practical Exercises

Methods of Assessment:

  • Other
  • Performance Rubrics (Checklists)
  • Presentations
  • Quizzes
  • Classroom Participation

Minimum Passing Score:

75%
Supplemental Materials