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FIR 221
BUILDING CONSTRUCTION AND CODES (4 CR.)

Considers effect of fire on structures and inherent dangers of failure due to fire attack as well as ways various types and methods of building construction can influence the tactics and strategy of fire fighting. Discusses the importance of corrective building and fire prevention codes and control of hazards within current legal framework. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 5 hours per week.


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