Fire Detection & Alarm System
Early detection, early prevention
Course Overview
Gain expertise in Fire Detection and Alarm Systems, covering various aspects including fire alarm panel operation, detector types, cabling, installation, configuration, site surveys, design, commissioning, proposal development, and ongoing system maintenance.
Only International-Grade FDAS School in the Philippines!
- The first and only international-grade FDAS training facility in the Philippines
- Only center teaching Software-Based Fire Panel Programming (Bosch and UniPOS)
- Has the most FDAS equipment of any school.
- The only center using High-End FDAS brands from the USA, Europe, and China
- Pearson Vue Accredited Testing Partner
- PhilGEPS Accredited Center
- Globally Recognized Course Certificate
Frequently Asked Questions
- Basic computer operation skills.
- Basic knowledge in electronics and electrical.
- Certificate of course completion
- Training references (PDF)
- Exercise materials
- Some add-ons
- Free trainer consultation
- Unlimited Free Retakes
Unlimited Retakes = Unlimited Hours of Learning!
We understand that individuals have different learning styles and paces, that’s why we offer the opportunity to learn at your own speed. If you need more time to grasp a concept, you are welcome to come back and retake the class at no additional cost. We believe in providing students with the support they need to succeed.
To Avail: Finish the course to qualify for the unlimited refresher classes
Validity: 1 Year
Fire Safety Personnel: Firefighters, fire safety officers, and emergency responders who need to understand the operation and maintenance of fire detection and alarm systems.
Facility Managers: Those responsible for managing buildings, factories, or facilities where fire detection and alarm systems are installed.
Security Personnel: Security officers and staff who may be tasked with monitoring and responding to fire alarms as part of their duties.
Electrical and Maintenance Technicians: Technicians and engineers responsible for installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting fire detection and alarm systems.
Safety Officers: Professionals in charge of ensuring workplace safety, including compliance with fire safety regulations and the proper functioning of alarm systems.
Building Owners and Operators: Individuals who own or manage properties and are responsible for the safety of occupants.
Anyone Interested in Fire Safety: Individuals who want to enhance their knowledge of fire safety and understand how fire detection and alarm systems work.
Course Outline
Introduction
- What is FDAS?
- Benefits of using a Fire Detection & Alarm System
- Brief History
Republic Act 9514 (Fire Code of the Philippines)
NFPA 72
Certifications for Quality and Compliance
- UL
- EN
- NFPA
- CE
- FCC
- CSA
- BSI
IP ratings
FDAS equipment basics
- Initialization Devices
- Notification Devices
- Fire Control Panel
- Power Supply & Battery Backup
Types of Fire Detection and Alarm System
- Conventional Fire Detection and Alarm System
- Addressable Fire Detection and Alarm System
- Aspirating Smoke Detection System
- Wireless Fire Alarm Systems
FDAS Panel capacity for devices
- Zone Capacity
- Loop Capacity
- NAC Capacity
FDAS devices addressing types
- Manual Addressing
- Automatic Addressing
- Software Addressing
Types of FDAS devices and modules
- Smoke detector
- Heat detector
- Beam detector
- Combination detector
- Duck detector
- Gas detector
- Pull station
- Bell
- Sounder
- Strobe
- Combination Sounder/Strobe
- Speaker
- Annunciator
- Mimic Panel
- Input module
- Output module
- Control module
- Monitor module
Building Evacuation Fire Alarm Types
- General alarm
- Zone alarm
FDAS Integration
- Stair Pressurization Fan
- Water Flow Switch
- Access Control
- Elevator
Hands-on Exercise: FDAS Panel Battery Calculation
Site Survey
Hands-on Exercise: Design & Commissioning
Hands-on Exercise: Bosch FDAS Designer Tool (Bonus)
System Maintenance
FDAS Cables
- Fire rated
- STP
- THHN
- EOL
- Cable Maximum Distance
FDAS Signaling Circuit Wiring Types
- Class A
- Class B
Hands-on Exercise: Cabling and Termination of Devices
- Initialization Devices
- Notification Devices
- Fire Control Panel
- Battery
Hands-on Exercise: Device Addressing
- Manual Device Addressing using Handheld Programmer
- Automatic Device Addressing
Hands-on Exercise: Fire Control Panel Programming
- Bosch Panel (Germany)
- UniPos Panel (Bulgaria)
- Asenware Panel (China)
- Napco Panel (USA, Soon!)
Hands-on Exercise: Fire Alarm Panel Configuration
- Fire Alarm Control Panel Login
- Configuring Multiple Loops System
- Setting up Fault Notifications
- Initializing and Scanning Loop Devices
- Labeling of Devices
- Adding and Configuring Multiple Zones
- Setting up Delay Time for Alarms
- Device Zone Assignment
- Creating Zone-Specific Alarms
- Creating a General Alarm
- User Account Password
Hands-on Exercise: Testing & Troubleshooting
- Testing of Smoke Detector
- Testing of Heat Detector
- Testing of Manual Call Point
- Testing of Zone Alarm
- Testing of General Alarm
- Silencing the Alarm
- Resetting the Panel
- Isolating Devices
- Disabling Devices
- Testing of Zones
- Disabling Zones
- Reviewing the Event Log
- Performing Panel Factory Reset
Hands-on Exercise: Fire Control Panel Software Programming (Bonus)
- Bosch Avenar Panel (Germany)
- UniPos Panel (Bulgaria)
- Napco Panel (USA, Soon!)
Single Course Promo
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Note: When choosing a schedule, you are limited to the available training dates posted on our website.
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