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JST484 Structures and the Effects of Fire (8)

Abstract

The aim of this subject is to build on the specialist knowledge captured in the Graduate Certificate, and explore advanced notions of fire and fire investigation. In particular, this subject will equip the student with advanced knowledge of the impact of fire on buildings and building materials, and the behaviour of buildings and building components affected by fire. Through this subject students will develop the knowledge required to professionally investigate fires involving buildings and a variety of building component materials. Fire patterns associated with different types of fires will be explored.

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Session 1
DistanceManly Campus
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Subject information

Duration Grading System School:
One sessionHD/FLAustralian Graduate School of Policing and Security

Enrolment restrictions

Limited to Fire Investigation students, and to those students who can demonstrate a connection with fire services (necessary for the completion of assessment tasks).
Prerequisite(s)
JST415

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
  • be able to review, critically analyse, consolidate and synthesis knowledge about the effects of fire on building components and safety aspects related to fire affected buildings
  • be able to demonstrate an understanding of the theoretical concepts and underpinnings relevant to building behaviour and fire investigation
  • be able to demonstrate mastery in the recognition and critical analysis of the various phases of the combustion process involved in the spread of fire through buildings and from building to building

Syllabus

The subject will cover the following topics:
  • - Construction methods and materials
  • - Active and Passive fire protection, life safety and building design
  • - Fire spread in and around structures
  • - Post fire indications and investigation

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The information contained in the 2016 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 06 September 2016. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.