2120-Building Construction

This online course will cover various topics that include: identifying hazards from assault by fire and gravity; how building construction can influence fire spread, fire confinement or structural collapse; and other life safety issues. This course identifies construction features and their hazards under fire conditions.

Required Course Materials

Building Construction for the Fire Service, 4th ed. Fire Protection Publications. (2016) ISBN: 978-0-87939-594-0.

All students must have a copy of this textbook

$125.00

Your Course Includes

Step-By-Step Modules

All modules have combination of reading assignments, discussions, table-top exercises, quizzes,

Additional Resources

Each module have rich set of additional resources in PDF as well as video format.

Discussion Forums

Interaction with Instructor and fellow student all within one place for each Modules.

Final Project

All students will be expected to pass each course with a minimum of 70%. Failure to achieve a minimum completion score of 70% will result in failure of the course.

Frequently asked Questions

When does the course start and finish?
This is a self-paced learning course. The student has 30 days to complete the course after the student has purchased and accessed the course for the first time.
How long do I have access to the course?
You have 30 days from the time you have signed from the time you have signed for this course. After 30 days the course access will be revoked. Work and family issues do occur from time-to-time. The Professor/Instructor will make every reasonable accommodation for the student, but this arrangement is reciprocal.
Can I have face to face interaction with Instructor
No, this is an online self paced course with video demonstration. However, you are free to contact the instructor via our direct messaging system from the member’s area.
Does this course have any certificates?
Yes, the certificates will be available to download in your members area once you have sucessully completed the course.
How many continuing education units (CEUs) will I earn?
This course will apply 45 CEUs towards your Fire Safety Inspector renewal.

Your Instructor

Mathew Trent

Matthew Trent is a dedicated fire service professional who is committed to personal and professional development through educational advancement and motivated planning.

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