EMGS 251 — Fire Hydraulics & Pump Operatn
Review of basic mathematics, hydraulic laws and formulas and how they apply to firefighting equipment and water supply, the flow of water in pumps, pipes, hose, nozzles, and sprinkler systems, computation of nozzle pressures and range and effectiveness of nozzle stream, determination of water requirements for sections of a community, and underwriter requirements for pumps. Students will be required to carry and maintain accident and health insurance and/or workman's compensation and sign a waiver of liability.