AIM
The Fire Alarm Foundation course is designed to give participants a practical
knowledge of the operation and installation of Fire Alarm Systems at a
foundation level. During this practical and theory-based course students will
gain the skills and knowledge to install and wire up a Fire Alarm Control Panel
to typical auxiliary equipment such as Break Glass Units, Smoke Detectors, Heat
Detectors, Bells, and Sirens.
DURATION AND SCHEDULE
The Fire Alarm Foundation course runs over 3 Saturdays commencing on Saturday
23rd March at 10.00am and takes place over 3 consecutive Saturdays from 10.00 am
to 5.00 pm each Saturday (the first 2 classes are on zoom and the last class in
the centre). (last class completed online for non ROI learners).
A payment of £65 secures your place on your chosen course. The balance of the
course fees of £600 can be paid shortly before course commencement.
ONLINE VIRTUAL CLASSROOM – HOW IT WORKS?
The course will be delivered through blended training consisting of 2 online
virtual classroom sessions. The 3rd and last session will involve the additional
practical work for the course as well as the written examination and practical
assessments which will take place at our training centre at 43 North Great
Georges Street, Dublin 1.
During the virtual classroom sessions, Trainees will have a live video feed with
their instructor talking to them, doing practical live demonstrations on
equipment being involved actively in the learning.
We will send out a practical kit so that trainees can complete assignments and
practical work at home. The kit is the property of Hi-Tech Training and will be
returned to Hi-Tech Training on the last day of the course.
(The kits may also be purchased by the learner….see the Kits Page Link
[http://hitechtraining.ie/product-category/alarm-access-cctv-courses/fire-alarm-foundation/] for
more details).
The kit consists of a multimeter, connectors, Fire and security cable,
resistors, diodes, detectors and detector bases, cutters, screwdriver, etc.
Trainees will build various projects as part of the course.
The kit forms an integral part of the course, so full course fees need to be
paid at least 7 days prior to course commencement to allow time to ship the kit
in time for the course.
* If attending the course from outside of Ireland the course practical training
kit must be purchased via our online shop in time for delivery before course
commencement. The equipment will then remain the property of the trainee.
In preparation for each course, we have a quick informal free 1 hr online
meeting approx. 7 days prior to course commencement, to make sure that trainees
get connected through Zoom properly, let them know what the virtual classroom
will be like and go through any questions they may have. To join the virtual
sessions, you will need a PC/Laptop or Tablet with an internet connection.
Joining instructions (login IDs, etc.) will be sent before the Informal
Induction session.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
* Select, prepare and connect the cable to associated equipment.
* Be aware of different detection and signalling devices and their uses.
* Wire Standard and Addressable fire control Panels to appropriate detection
and signalling devices.
* Have a fundamental knowledge of how to design a system.
* Have a fundamental knowledge of the requirements to commission a system.
* Troubleshoot and test a system.
COURSE CONTENT
* Review of electrical circuits, voltage, current, resistance, insulation and
conduction.
* Resistor connections, power supplies, relays and associated applications.
* Batteries: – Testing and choosing batteries to comply with standard’s
requirements.
* Control Panels: – Standard and Analogue addressable control panels.
Programming techniques. Panel location.
* Detection devices: – Manual call points, smoke detectors, heat detectors.
Detector placement, spacing and mounting heights. Use of smoke and heat
detector test equipment.
* Signalling devices: – Bells and Sounders, numbers, types, locations and
wiring.
* Auxiliary output connections: – Fire door releases and roof vents.
* Cables: – Types, uses and preparation.
* Standards for Installation of fire alarm equipment.
* System design: – Protecting life or property?
* Troubleshooting, Testing and Commissioning installations.
CERTIFICATION
On completion of the Course, having been successful in TWO examinations
* One Written
* One practical
successful participants will receive a Hi-Tech Training Certificate.