FS 342 - Building Construction

Institution:

New Jersey City University

Subject:

Description:

Building construction from the view points of fire safety and stability are studied in this course. Historic and current building construction types are reviewed as are the strengths and weaknesses of building materials. Case studies of catastrophic fire losses due to faulty construction are presented. Economic considerations, as well as current and emerging problems in this area are examined. Prerequisite: FS 140 Introduction to Fire Science

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.njcu.edu

Phone Number:

(201) 200-2000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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