Learn more about the academic programs we are delivering in Winter 2025. If you have any questions about part-time studies, please contact us.
Important: This program will open for registration for the Winter 2025 Term in November. To be notified by email when registration opens, please click the Notify Me button under your course of interest.
The Fire Sprinkler Design program is ideal for existing designers who want to upgrade their
skills, as well as future designers who are interested in entering the field. The courses in
this program are also useful for AHJ's (Authority Having Jurisdiction) and those who perform plans
review.
Part-time Studies courses are being offered in either of the following four formats: Online, Flexible, In-person, Hybrid. Click Availability below to see current offerings.
This course provides students with a basic understanding of the requirements for design, fabrication, installation and approval of automatic sprinkler systems. Relevant codes and standards are included with a special emphasis placed on the NFPA13 general code.
This course includes installation, navigating the editing screen, setting up a drawing, inserting and editing entities, using object snaps, managing files, controlling layers, using coordinates, dimensioning and plotting.
This course covers classic fluid mechanics and how to apply hydraulic calculation techniques to the design of sprinkler systems using NFPA 13 standards. Computer software will be used to predict system hydraulic performance.
HDS 395 or equivalent. A Windows operating system is required to use the SprinkCAD® software.
Students must have SprinkCAD® installed and working on their computers.
Most software is available through Seneca Polytechnic Centre for Flexible Learning.
Access to NFPA Codes and Standards essential for Sprinkler Design program. (Provided by College).
Students investigate positive displacement and centrifugal pumps as they are used in fire protection. Pump components, ancillary devices, electric motors, diesel engines, controllers, fittings and valves are covered. Students reference NFPA 20 regarding the selection and installation of Fire Pumps, and NFPA 25 regarding acceptance, maintenance and testing. Fire pumps are included in hydraulic calculations.
This course provides students with the skills necessary to read and interpret sprinkler drawings and symbols. Students will produce detailed sprinkler system stocklists by hand and with computer software.
Please note: Taking 5 or more online subjects in one semester is equivalent to a full-time course load.
Internet access will be required to complete this program. These courses are offered via e-correspondence only.
When you meet all program requirements and become eligible for a certificate, diploma, or degree, you must inform the Registrar by completing a Graduation Application form and paying the graduation and alumni fee. Certificates, diplomas, and applied degrees are issued twice a year in the Fall (October), Spring (June) and Winter (February).
For further information including deadlines and fees, please visit the Convocation website or contact the Convocation Office at theservicehub@senecapolytechnic.ca.
Ramya Kottapalli
Program Assistant
Ramya.Kottapalli@senecapolytechnic.ca
416.764.0975
Jacqueline Bar
Manager, Academic Programs
Jacqueline.Bar@senecapolytechnic.ca
416.764.0984
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