SIK504 Fire Science

Contents and structure

Fire dynamics are essential knowledge when working with fire safety analysis and fire-related research. This course shall give students a thorough understanding of fire dynamics and interactions between a fire and its surroundings. The course includes an in-depth understanding of the flame structure, heat, burn rate, diffusion and turbulence. Further, focus on understanding different ignition mechanisms, including transient scenarios and fire-related issues within buildings and industry, e.g., fire in wood, building materials, liquid fire, and jet and gas fires, are central topics.

Learning Outcome

After completing the course, the student has the following learning outcome:

Knowledge

The student…

• has a thorough knowledge of central fire dynamic topics for fire safety engineering
• has a thorough understanding of their knowledge gaps in the field of fire dynamics
• has in-depth knowledge of different ignition mechanisms, including transient scenarios
• has in-depth knowledge of different fuels and fire behaviour
• has a thorough knowledge of premixed and diffusion flames
• has considerable knowledge of enclosure fire development and plume theories
• have a thorough knowledge of research and development in the field

Skills

The student…

• can discuss and outline procedures to solve fire engineering problems
• can calculate and assess typical fire engineering problems
• can calculate explosive limits
• can calculate and analyse the combustion velocity
• can calculate and analyse the mass loss rate in fires
• can calculate and analyse energy production
• can assess different fire related risks
• can analyse transient scenarios and solve numerical problems, e.g., humidity and heat transport

General competence

The student…

• can reflect on their own work and other sources of information
• can analyse relevant fire safety and research issues
• can apply fire safety knowledge and skills in new areas
• can communicate their results and master relevant terminology
• can communicate about fire safety issues and fire risks to different stakeholders

Entry requirements

Successfully completed all course requirements (compulsory activities) for SIK503 Research Methology and for either SIK501 Introduction to Fire Safety or SIK502 Introduction to Fire Prevention.

Teaching methods

Asynchronous/Synchronous digital lectures, herein; exercises, problem-based learning and demonstrations. Group Work and self-guidance are also used.

Compulsory learning activities

In order to take the exam (portfolio + oral) the students must

- Pass the module specific quizes (at most, five quizes)

- Get a draft of their portfolio approved before submitting the final version (exam version)

Assessment

Part 1: Portfolio assessment, count for 50 % of the final mark.

Part 2: Oral exam, 30 minutes, count for 50 % of the final mark.

The students must pass both parts to receive a course grade.

Graded scale from A to E for pass, and F for fail.

Examination support material

Portfolio: Access to all aids

Oral exam: No aids.

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