- International Fees
International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Course Overview
This course provides an overview of the inspection and testing requirements for unit equipment for emergency lighting systems. Students will work with various types of batteries, chargers and testers, and perform applicable tests and calculations. Building code requirements and techniques for trouble-shooting emergency lighting units will be covered.
Prerequisite(s)
- 70% in FIRE 1050
Credits
1.5
Domestic fees
$621.60 - $654.98 See individual course offerings below for actual costs.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Identify different types and sizes of batteries.
- Determine an equivalent replacement battery for an emergency lighting unit.
- Perform the tests and measurements required by building codes of emergency lighting units.
- Use Ohm’s and Joules Law to confirm emergency lighting units are installed correctly.
- Repair emergency lighting units.
Effective as of Winter 2016
Related Programs
Emergency Lighting Systems (FIRE 2077) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
- Indicates programs with a co-op option.
School of Energy
- Fire Protection Inspection and Testing
Associate Certificate Part-time
Course Offerings
Fall 2024
Below is one offering of FIRE 2077 for the Fall 2024 term.
CRN 37435
Dates
Mon Oct 07 - Mon Nov 25
- 6 weeks
- CRN 37435
- Domestic fees $654.98
Status
Cancelled
This course offering has been cancelled. Please check this page for other currently available offerings, subscribe to receive email updates or contact us with your comments or questions.
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 07 - Nov 25 | Mon | 18:45 - 21:45 | Burnaby |
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Important information
- Departmental approval needed
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- No class on Monday, Oct 14 -Thanksgiving, and Monday, Nov 11 – Remembrance Day. Please contact soepts@bcit.ca to register. BCIT reserves the right to cancel courses. In the event of a course cancellation, you will be notified at least two business days prior to the course start. Please ensure that your contact information is current.
Winter 2025
Below is one offering of FIRE 2077 for the Winter 2025 term.
CRN 84636
Dates
Sat Jan 11 - Sat Jan 25
- 3 weeks
- CRN 84636
- Domestic fees $621.60
Status
Seats Available
This course offering has seats available.
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 11 - Jan 25 | Sat | 08:30 - 15:30 | Online |
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Internet delivery format.
- Departmental approval needed
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- Please note: This is an instructor-led online course. For questions related to this course, please email us at soepts@bcit.ca and include your BCIT ID (if you have one). Note: BCIT reserves the right to cancel courses. In the event of a part-time studies course cancellation, you will be notified at least two business days prior to the course start. Please ensure that your contact information is current.
Programs and courses are subject to change without notice.