This module will provide the learner with the essential theoretical scientific concepts of fire dynamics. The objective will be to further develop the learners understanding of fire, its development, spread and impact. The learner will be provided with detailed tools to assist in the practical applications of fire safety to building construction. Additionally, the learner will be provided with the essential theoretical scientific concepts of fire science via the application of practical experiments.

1. Apply concepts and knowledge to the solution of technical issues related to fire.
2. Undertake quantitative analyses of compartment and building fires.
3. Assess the factors influencing enclosure fire development, spread and resulting severity.
4. Analyse the yields, toxicity and thus the impact of combustion products.
5. Explain how a fire initiates, develops and impacts on elements within an enclosure.
6. Appraise qualitatively the limitations of the applied equations.
7. Evaluate the impact of enclosure characteristics on the resulting fire intensity. Undertake practical materials fire tests.
8. Analyse the results from practical fire tests and examine qualitatively limitations of practical fire testing.
9. Evaluate qualitatively and quantitatively the underling theoretical principles, basic features and applicability of the materials fire tests undertaken.

This module is to engage the student s in an overall assessment of the enhancement o f Fire Safety Management as a vital tool in the overall fire safety strategy of a building project. This assessment introduces them to legislative obligations and maintenance programmes as pa r t of this strategy .

1. Appraise the requirements of current legislation with regard to Fire Safety Management duties and responsibilities.
2. Plan and audits of Fire Safety Management within existing organisations.
3. Assess the various roles forming part of a Fire Safety Management Plan.
4. Design maintenance programmes for Common Active and Passive Fire Safety Systems in accordance with best practice and code requirements.
5. Develop detailed Fire Safety Management plans.

The aim of the module is to provide learner with a thorough knowledge of prescriptive fire safety guidance applicable in the Republic of Ireland vis-à-vis achievement of compliance with the Part B functional requirements of the Second Schedule to the Building Regulations 1997-2024 as amended, i.e. prescriptive design codes and guidance documents on foot of which the requirements of B1-B5 of technical Guidance Document B are satisfied.

1. Interpret the requirements of the legislation relevant to the statutory approvals process with respect to fire safety.
2. Integrate information and data from a variety of sources of prescriptive fire safety guidance documents.
3. Interpret and evaluate the functional requirements of Part B of the Second Schedule related to prescriptive fire safety design applicable to various buildings usages of moderate to high complexity
4. U nderstand the basic concepts and approaches to passive fire protection systems and assess the adequacy of in-site passive fire protection measures based on a visual inspection

This module introduces the learner to the fundamentals of human behaviour in fire and the assumptions and principles that underpin such behaviours with particular emphasis on socio-psychological factors that affect decision making in fire emergencies, recognition and response to fire cues. A particular emphasis will be placed on practical use of evacuation modelling and analysis of egress from first principles.

1. Examine qualitatively the factors which influence human behaviour in fire
2. Appraise behavioural assumptions and limitations of existing prescriptive fire regulations in relation to life safety design.
3. Formulate current knowledge to the estimation/prediction of pre-movement, movement & evacuation times of people in building.
4. Examine qualitatively the limitations of the various approaches to evacuation modelling.
5. Compute quantitative building evacuation simulations and appraise the results from building evacuation models and their limitations.

The module aims to develop the learners knowledge and understanding of the key parameters associated with the selection and design of various active fire safety systems employed in modern medium to large scale building project and in particular in relation to fire alarm systems, emergency lighting, smoke control systems, and extinguishing systems.

1. Quantitatively assess the need for active fire safety systems in buildings based on the requirements of the Building Regulations and associated codes of practice for a particular building project.
2. Evaluate the operation of, and design considerations associated with, various components of commercial and domestic fire alarm and detection and emergency lighting systems including d evis ing plan layout drawings identifying the location of components of fire detection and alarms systems (siting and spacing of detection and alarm devices, main and repeater panels, sounders etc, and location of emergency lighting provisions)
3. Critically review the operation of, and design considerations associated with, various manual and automatic fire suppression systems ( i.e. automatic sprinkler systems, portable and fixed fire fighting equipment), inclusive of sprinkler head layouts and pipe sizing calculation methods.
4. Appraise the key factors affecting smoke production and flow in complex buildings
5. Develop smoke and heat exhaust and control solutions for life safety for a variety of building types including those incorporating single and multi floor level atria based on BR368
6. Analyse the operation of, and design considerations associated with, pressurisation system design for means of escape and fire fighting .

A quantitative assessment is an essential first step for performing cost-benefit analysis of alternative fire strategies to comply with the regulations and selecting the most cost-effective strategy. The aim of this module is to introduce and then enable the students to apply various qualitative, semi-quantitative and quantitative techniques in the context of Fire safety Engineering design.

1. Assess the relative importance of various hazards, and evaluate the interrelationship between hazard, risk and uncertainty.
2. Perform probability and statistical calculations relevant to Quantitative Risk Analysis.
3. Conduct a system safety process review of a complex system and detail best practice approaches to design for safety
4. Apply the methods of reliability theory including the selection of an appropriate hazard function and evaluate the reliability of systems using fault tree analysis and failure mode effect and criticality analysis.
5. Build simulation models and critique the theory underpinning the most frequently used models.

This module enables the learner to apply the practical knowledge, skills and competencies gained through formal study to a design project, where the learner developes a fire safety strategy for a medium to large sized complex building from architectural planning drawings.

1. Establish design objectives and design and specify fire safety systems to achieve those objectives in accordance with recognised regulatory and ethical standards.
2. Analyse and synthesise problems and processes associated with various aspects of the applications of prescriptive fire safety regulations.
3. Prepare a well structured fire safety strategy report and associated annotated fire safety drawings which appropriately enumerate the design strategy developed.
4. Communicate effectively to engineering and non-engineering professionals .
5. Develop the facility for independent learning and critical enquiry.

This module develops the learner’s knowledge and appreciation of communication skills in relation to effective writing, presentations, and the communication processes within an organisation. It also focuses on employability skills and the recruitment and selection process. Students will use various computer applications to organise, source, retrieve and present information effectively.

1. Demonstrate the use of various computer applications and software for the effective communication and presentation of digital information.
2. Apply effective research, writing and referencing skills in a range of documents including a technical report.
3. Reflect critically on the importance of teamwork, communication etiquette and cultural nuances.
4. Demonstrate effective presentation skills using various digital media.
5. Create relevant documents relating to Recruitment and Selection.