Description
Instructor: Karl Wiegand
This course is an introduction to the basics regarding fire sprinklers, valves and hydraulic calculations. Students will become familiar with the parts of a sprinkler assembly and the significance of sprinkler orientation. Next they will learn the basics of sprinkler system valves and the types of systems they service. Finally, hydraulic calculations are discussed as they relate to water supply, water flow and friction loss.
This Course Covers:
- Sprinklers – Basics, Parts of the Sprinkler, Orientation and Types
- Valves – Types of valves and sprinkler systems, air pressure, and Water Delivery
- Hydraulic Calculations – Pressure, Supply & flow, Friction loss, Pipe diameter, & Calculations