Courses & Units
Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting JVD171
Introduction
This unit is aligned to the IMO model course #1.20 – Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting. This unit is required as part of the STCW Certificate of Safety Training (CoST). This unit provides knowledge and skills required to maintain fire safety and to fight fires on-board ships.
Summary
| Unit name | Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting |
|---|---|
| Unit code | JVD171 |
| Credit points | 3.8 |
| College/School | College of Sciences and Engineering Australian Maritime College |
| Discipline | Seafaring and Maritime Operations |
| Coordinator | Mr Ian Gabites |
| Available as an elective? | No |
| Delivered By | |
| Level | Introductory |
Availability
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launceston | Semester 1 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
| Launceston | Semester 2 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
| Launceston | AMC MT Main Block 1 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
| Launceston | AMC MT Main Block 3 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
Key
- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
Note
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Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AMC MT Main Block 3 | 17/6/2024 | 14/11/2024 | 15/11/2024 | 1/12/2024 |
| Semester 2 | 22/7/2024 | 16/8/2024 | 9/9/2024 | 27/10/2024 |
| Semester 1 | 26/2/2024 | 22/3/2024 | 15/4/2024 | 2/6/2024 |
| AMC MT Main Block 1 | 5/2/2024 | 13/6/2024 | 14/6/2024 | 16/6/2024 |
* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).
Unit census dates currently displaying for 2024 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2024 will be available from the 1st October 2023. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- Minimise the risk of fire in a maritime environment
- Respond to an emergency fire situation using onboard procedures and processes
- Use firefighting equipment to extinguish fires
- Conduct after use maintenance procedures
Fee Information
| Field of Education | Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 | Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 | Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 | Domestic Full Fee 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 031705 | $340.00 | $340.00 | not applicable | $946.96 |
1 Please refer to more information on student contribution amounts.
2 Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
3 Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
4 Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.
If you have any questions in relation to the fees, please contact UConnect or more information is available on StudyAssist.
Please note: international students should refer to What is an indicative Fee? to get an indicative course cost.
Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | 3 day STCW short course. 1 Day Theory, 2 days practical at Bell Bay Fire Fighting Centre. |
|---|---|
| Assessment | Bulk foam and foam making (16.6%)|Operate self contained breathing apparatus (16.6%)|Perform post fire activities (16.6%)|Prepare and respond to live fire emergency (16.6%)|Select and Use portable firefighting equipment (16.6%)|Written assessment (17%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes. |
Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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