FST 219L - Fire Protection Hydraulics & Water Supply Lab

Credits: 1

Applies theoretical knowledge in a lab environment, through hands-on operation of pumping apparatus.

Prerequisite(s): FST 211 and MATH LEVEL 4
Corequisite(s): FST 219
Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 15
Meets MTA Requirement: None
Pass/NoCredit: No

Outcomes and Objectives

Demonstrate and apply the principles of forces that affect movement of water at rest and in motion through the application of mathematics and physics.
1. Apply mathematics and physics to the movement of water in fire suppression activities.
2. Determine the type of support required for occupancies containing sprinkler/standpipe systems.
3. Through hands-on maneuvering, demonstrate the controls and operation of pumping apparatus.
4. Achieve sufficient skills to deliver correct pressure and flows to a variety of fire stream appliances.