Learn more about the academic programs we are delivering in Winter 2025. If you have any questions about part-time studies, please contact us.
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 will provide the fire protection engineering technology student with a basic understanding of the requirements which apply to the design, installation, and approval of automatic sprinkler systems.
The course will include the use and interpretation of the relevant codes and standards for fire sprinkler systems. Special emphasis will be placed on the effective use of NFPA 13, along with related industry best practices.
This course will provide the fire protection engineering technology student with continued learning from FSS190. A strong focus will be on the requirements which apply to the design, installation, and approval of automatic sprinkler systems within storage and residential occupancies. Additionally, Standpipe systems (NFPA 14) will be introduced.
The course will include the use and interpretation of the relevant codes and standards for fire sprinkler systems. Special emphasis will be placed on the effective use of NFPA 13, 13R/D and 14, along with related industry best practices.
This is an introductory subject in drafting for Fire Protection disciplines using the latest release of Autodesk software to produce 2-dimensional drawings in accordance with industry standards. The course will cover principles of creating orthographic views and sections. This course also covers manual sketching, and reading and interpreting drawing sets.
Fluid flow theory and the Density/Area Method of NFPA 13 are applied in this course to hydraulically calculate the sprinkler system demand of a building. Material taught in this course is further emphasized through several practical examples including Tree-type and Grid-type sprinkler systems.
This course will introduce the principles of adequate water supplies as they pertain to fire protection requirements. The course will focus on water since it is our main method of suppressing fires.
Students will gain an understanding of how elevation and friction impact a water supply, fire pump basics, components of a water supply system as well as proper testing methods. Students will learn to determine if a water supply will meet a known system demand.
This course will provide the fire protection engineering technology student with fundamental knowledge necessary to review and create material specifications, system component inventory and stocklists used for the fabrication of automatic sprinkler systems and standpipe systems.
The course will include the use and interpretation of the relevant codes and standards for fire sprinkler systems along with manufactures data sheets and related industry best practices.
The curriculum for the Fire Sprinkler Design program has been updated.
To improve the student experience by updating the courses and delivery mode, these courses
will now be delivered through a flexible delivery mode.
Learn more about Seneca's modes of delivery here.
What does this mean for you?
With the
flexible
delivery mode, you will have an option to attend the course asynchronously through recorded
lectures and labs, synchronously or in-person.
Your method of attendance can change each class, depending on your availability.
This provides students with the ultimate flexibility to engage with the course content, their
faculty, and peers in any learning format to support your studies.
However you choose to engage with the lectures and labs, you will follow the weekly syllabus
ensuring all deadlines are met.
Course Updates:
| Old Course Code | New Course Code | Terms Offered | Course Hours |
| SPR195 | FSS190 | Fall & Winter | 70 |
| SPR490 | FSS290 | Winter & Summer | 70 |
| CAD 293 | CAD290 | Winter & Summer | 56 |
| HDS395 | FSS390 | Winter | 56 |
| CSD595 | FSS490 | Fall | 56 |
| FIP500 | FWS390 | Fall | 56 |
| STK595 | STK593 | Fall | 42 |
Important Dates:
Additional Notes:
Lectures & Labs:
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 Gage
Manager, Academic Programs
jacqueline.gage@senecapolytechnic.ca
416.764.0984
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