| Course Type | Elective Course |
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| Course Level | Associate Degree |
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| Year of Study | - |
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| Semester | - |
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| ECTS | 3 |
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| Name of Lecturer(s) |
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| Learning Outcomes |
At the end of this course, the students;
- Learns concepts related to combustion and fire.
- Is aware of the dangers and risks associated with fire.
- Is knowledgeable about fire regulations and firefighting/response plans.
- Gains knowledge about firefighting methods and firefighting equipment.
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| Mode of Delivery | Face to face |
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| Prerequisites | No |
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| Recommended Optional Programme Components | |
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| Course Description | This course aims to provide basic information on the causes of fires, types of fires, methods of fire prevention, and fire safety systems. Students will gain knowledge on firefighting methods, fire extinguishing equipment, precautions to be taken before and after a fire, emergency plans, and evacuation procedures. |
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| Course Contents |
| WEEK |
TOPICS |
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1st Week |
Concepts of Combustion and Fire |
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2nd Week |
Fire Classes and Portable Fire Extinguishers |
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3rd Week |
Firefighting Equipment |
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4th Week |
Fire Alarm Systems |
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5th Week |
Hazards and Risks Related to Fire |
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6th Week |
Protection Against Explosions and Explosive Atmospheres |
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7th Week |
Combustion Gases and Smoke Control |
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8th Week |
Midterm Exam |
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9th Week |
Regulations on Fire Protection in Buildings |
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10th Week |
Fire Drills and Firefighting Procedures |
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11th Week |
Current TS Standards for Fire Safety |
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12th Week |
Fire Response, Prevention, and Suppression Systems; Firefighting/Response Plans |
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13th Week |
Periodic Inspection and Maintenance of Firefighting Equipment |
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14th Week |
Fires in Electrical Work and Electrical Equipment |
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| Recommended or Required Reading | Regulation on Fire Protection in Buildings. (December 19, 2007). Official Gazette (Issue No. 26735). www.mevzuat.gov.tr |
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| Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods |
- Lecture
- Discussion
- Questions/Answers
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| Assessment Methods and Criteria |
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Quantity |
Percentage (%) |
| Mid-term |
1 |
40 |
| Total(%) |
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40 |
| Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%) |
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40 |
| Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%) |
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60 |
| Total(%) |
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100 |
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| ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload |
| Activities |
Quantity |
Duration (Hour) |
Total Workload (Hour) |
| Midterm exam |
1 |
1 |
1 |
| Preparation for Quiz |
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| Individual or group work |
14 |
2 |
28 |
| Preparation for Final exam |
1 |
15 |
15 |
| Course hours |
14 |
2 |
28 |
| Preparation for Midterm exam |
1 |
10 |
10 |
| Laboratory (including preparation) |
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| Final exam |
1 |
2 |
2 |
| Homework |
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| Performance Practice |
1 |
7 |
7 |
| Total Work Load | 91 |
| Total Work Load / 30 (h) | 3.03 |
| ECTS Credit of the Course | 3 |
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| Language of Instruction | Turkish |
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| Work Placement(s) | No |
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