Fire-Prevention and Protection Engineers

No program is mapped to this career yet. Many careers start from a transfer pre-major or a related program.

Research causes of fires, determine fire protection methods, and design or recommend materials or equipment such as structural components or fire-detection equipment to assist organizations in safeguarding life and property against fire, explosion, and related hazards.

• Design fire detection equipment, alarm systems, and fire extinguishing devices and systems.
• Inspect buildings or building designs to determine fire protection system requirements and potential problems in areas such as water supplies, exit locations, and construction materials.
• Advise architects, builders, and other construction personnel on fire prevention equipment and techniques and on fire code and standard interpretation and compliance.
• Determine causes of fires and ways in which they could have been prevented.
• Consult with authorities to discuss safety regulations and to recommend changes as necessary.
• Develop plans for the prevention of destruction by fire, wind, and water.

Job zone 4, considerable preparation: Usually a bachelor's degree, sometimes a strong associate plus experience.

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