FP Crash Course 05

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Fire Protection
PE Exam Crash Course 05

167 questions covering the Active and Passive Systems: Smoke Control Systems, Explosion Protection and Prevention Systems, & Passive Building Systems sections of the exam. The solutions to the Crash Course are perfect to include in your Test-Prep Resource Library^©. The types of questions on the Crash Course range from Code Issues to Design, Engineering, and Construction topics. This Crash Course may* qualify for up to 5 PDH (Professional Development Hours)/0.5 CEU (Continuing Education Units.)

• ACTIVE AND PASSIVE SYSTEMS
  • Smoke Control Systems
    • Design Criteria
      • Objectives
      • Equipment Survivability
      • Pressure Limits
      • Air Leakage
      • Door Opening Force
      • Capabilities and Limitations of the Design
    • System Types
      • Pressurization Systems
      • Zone Smoke Control
      • Natural Venting
      • Mechanical Exhaust
    • System Components
      • Control Equipment
      • Fans
      • Dampers
      • Ductwork
      • Initiating Mechanisms
      • Power Supplies
      • Gravity Vents
    • Calculations
      • Vent Flows
      • Plugholing
      • Makeup Air Velocity
      • Stack Effect
      • Wind
      • Buoyancy
    • System Interfaces
      • Fire Alarm
      • HVAC
      • Security
      • Suppression
    • Test Methods
      • Verify Sequence of Operation
      • Component Performance
  • Explosion Protection and Prevention Systems
    • Design Criteria
      • System Interlocks
      • Personnel Safety
      • Collateral Damage
      • Protected Hazard
      • Maximum Pressure
      • Oven Ventilation and Explosion Venting
      • Agent Considerations
      • Capabilities and Limitations of the Design
    • Design Method
      • Suppression
      • Inerting
      • Isolation
      • Venting
      • Containment
      • Damage Limiting Construction
    • Prevention Methods
      • Ignition Prevention
      • Humidity Control
      • Fuel Control
        • Dust layers
        • Vapor concentration
  • Passive Building Systems
    • Construction Types
    • Construction Materials
      • Roofing
      • Sheathing
      • Insulation
    • Height and Area Limits
    • Building Separation Distance
    • Interior Finish
      • Flame-Spread Rating
      • Critical Radiant Flux
    • Structural Fire Resistance
      • Calculation Methods
      • Substitution Rules
      • Thermal Response of Structural Members and Connections
    • Compartmentalization/Barrier
      • Fire
      • Smoke
    • Protection of Openings, Penetrations, and Joints

Fire Protection PE Exam Crash Course 05

Designed to help you prepare for the PE Exam by following these 3 steps:

1. Work through the information in the Crash Course … follow the references … dig deep.
   • following the references/links for the problems will expand your knowledge of the subject.
2. Work as many problems as you can find and note where you have difficulties.
   • working the problems in the Crash Course plus any additional examples you can find is an excellent test preparation method.
3. Take the time to put together a comprehensive Test-Prep Resource Library^©
   • the Test-Prep Resource Library^© is my #1 recommendation for everyone preparing for the PE Exam.

NOTE: although you are no longer allowed to bring outside information into the testing center, we still highly recommend putting together a Test-Prep Resource Library. It will help you organize your materials, aid in your review, be invaluable in the event you have to retake the exam, and will be an excellent resource in your business.

Remember, this is a process. If you will:

• spend time every day gathering information
• work the example problems in the Fire Protection PE Exam Crash Course 05
• assemble the resources into an organized system

… you will be successful.

If there is anything we can do for you, please do not hesitate to ask.

*Check HERE to verify your state board’s acceptance of this course for PDH/CEU credit.
An end of course examination with a minimum score of 70% will be required to obtain the PDH/CEU credits.

Fire Protection PE Exam Crash Course 05

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