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Level 6
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15 Credits
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0.125 EFTS
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Delivery type:Online
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Course duration: 16 weeks
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Course cost:$479 NZ Domestic
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Workload - Approximately 10 hours per week
The aim of this online course is to develop a thorough understanding of the scientific principles of combustion and the methods of extinguishment
When you successfully complete of this course you should be able to:
- Examine the principles of combustion and fire development
- Analyse the factors involved in the extinction of fire
- Evaluate and explain the principles of heat transfer and spread of fire
- Investigate the process of smoke generation and development within a compartment
- Predict fire development and smoke filling in a simple volume.
Laboratory requirements
A 2 1/2 day Laboratory is a requirement for this course. These will be held in either Christchurch, Wellington or Hamilton.
- For courses starting in February, laboratories will be held during the term 1 school holidays,
- For courses starting in June, laboratories will be during the term 3 school holidays.
Your lecturer/tutor will confirm the actual dates within the first week of the course, but check here for school holiday dates to give you a guideline for planning.
Assessment
- 20% practical laboratory
- 30% test(s)
- 50% exam, which you need to attend in person.
Exam dates
Computer and internet requirements
This course is delivered online, so you will access your course material and submit assessments online. Our online courses may include reading, videos, quizzes or activities, and you may need to download content.
For online learning you need:
- Access to a laptop or desktop computer
- Reliable internet and data plan.
If you are unsure if your current computer, Windows or internet access will allow you to study online, please contact us before applying to enrol.