FIRE 208 - Hyd+Water Dist Sys

Institution:

Massasoit Community College

Subject:

Fire Science

Description:

This course addresses the mechanics of the flow of fluids through fire hoses, nozzles, appliances, pumps, standpipes, water mains, and other devices. Design, testing, and use of nozzles and appliances, pumps, and water distribution systems are introduced. Measurements of fluid flow and methods of determining quantities of water available from a distribution system are also studied. Prerequisites: Intermediate Algebra and Trigonometry (MATH112) or higher or waiver by placement testing results, and Survey of Physics (PHYS131) or Technical Physics I (PHYS141) or College Physics I (PHYS151) or General Physics I (PHYS161)

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.massasoit.mass.edu

Phone Number:

(508) 588-9100

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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