{"id":15736,"date":"2025-06-24T10:16:07","date_gmt":"2025-06-24T07:16:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mada.edu.sa\/?post_type=course&#038;p=15736"},"modified":"2026-04-26T16:32:03","modified_gmt":"2026-04-26T13:32:03","slug":"global-standards","status":"publish","type":"course","link":"https:\/\/mada.edu.sa\/en\/course\/global-standards\/","title":{"rendered":"International Standards for Building Fire System Design Course"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>About the Course<\/h2>\n<p>The <strong>International Standards for Building Fire System Design<\/strong> course is a premier opportunity for engineering and safety professionals to enhance their technical expertise. This program focuses on the latest international specifications used in the design and development of fire protection systems. As the labor market increasingly demands qualified personnel capable of implementing global benchmarks, this course bridges the gap by providing practical, scientific content that keeps pace with modern advancements in safety technology.<\/p>\n<h2>Course Objectives<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Understand the core concepts of fire protection systems in accordance with international standards.<\/li>\n<li>Identify the requirements and standards for various systems, including automatic suppression, early warning, and safe evacuation.<\/li>\n<li>Apply global standards\u2014such as <strong>NFPA, BS<\/strong>, and local codes\u2014in fire system design.<\/li>\n<li>Study best practices for selecting appropriate materials and equipment for fire protection.<\/li>\n<li>Analyze real-world design case studies and propose integrated solutions based on approved standards.<\/li>\n<li>Evaluate the efficiency of existing systems and suggest modifications to meet safety requirements.<\/li>\n<li>Document and specify fire protection systems within engineering project deliverables.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Course Curriculum<\/h2>\n<h3>Day 1: Introduction to Fire Protection Systems and Applications<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>The concept and significance of fire protection systems in buildings.<\/li>\n<li>Classification of buildings by occupancy and its impact on fire system design.<\/li>\n<li>Introduction to international standards (NFPA, BS, ISO) and their role in design.<\/li>\n<li>Stages of fire protection system design and the requirements for each phase.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Day 2: Fire Alarm Systems and Types<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Types of early warning systems (Heat, Smoke, and Flame\/Laser detection).<\/li>\n<li>Installation specifications for sensing units according to international codes.<\/li>\n<li>Designing the electrical network specifically for alarm systems.<\/li>\n<li>Integration concepts between alarm systems, suppression systems, and ventilation (smoke control).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Day 3: Automatic Sprinkler Systems<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Components of automatic sprinkler systems and their principles of operation.<\/li>\n<li>Types of sprinkler heads and distribution methods based on building hazards.<\/li>\n<li>Designing water networks for fire suppression, including pressure and flow calculations.<\/li>\n<li>Periodic maintenance requirements for automatic sprinkler systems.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Day 4: Alternative Suppression Systems and Advanced Technologies<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Gaseous fire suppression systems (FM-200, IG-541) and their specific applications.<\/li>\n<li>Water Mist systems technology and benefits.<\/li>\n<li>Classification and use of manual fire extinguishers based on fire classes.<\/li>\n<li>Integrated design concepts for fire suppression in high-risk facilities.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Day 5: Structural Design and Multi-Disciplinary Coordination<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Integrating fire protection systems with other engineering disciplines (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing).<\/li>\n<li>The impact of structural design on the selection of fire equipment and systems.<\/li>\n<li>Case studies and analysis of proposed solutions according to global standards.<\/li>\n<li>Comparison of fire protection requirements for residential, commercial, and industrial buildings.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>About the Course The International Standards for Building Fire System Design course is a premier opportunity for engineering and safety professionals to enhance their technical expertise. 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