FIRT 1311 - Fire Service Hydraulics

Institution:

Odessa College

Subject:

Description:

3 hours Study of water distribution systems and fi re stream development as related to fi re protection and suppression. Students will describe basic principles of hydraulics including principles of fl uids and fl uid dynamics; identify and describe components of a water distribution system; determine fi re fl ows for various types of occupancies; recognize and explain various types of fi re pumps and pump operational procedures; calculate pump pressure for various types of hose lays; and describe various types of nozzles and the application of each type. Lab fee required. (SCANS 3, 6, 8) Prerequisite: None.

Credits:

2.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.odessa.edu

Phone Number:

(432) 335-6400

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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