FIRE ALARM SYSTEMS

In this series, we cover fundamentals of fire alarm systems, covering purpose, components, types of fire alarm systems, integrations and different applications, how we design fire alarm systems, and how we test, inspect and maintain fire alarm systems. This 7-part series lays the groundwork for fire alarm understanding for the Fire Protection P.E. Exam.

1. Understand the purpose behind fire alarm systems.
2. Understand the basic components that make up fire alarm systems; their purpose, locations, and common requirements.
3. Understand common layout and spacing requirements for fire alarm components, and common requirements and methods for calculation.

PE106 - 2025 - 1.5 HOURS

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MEET THE INSTRUCTORS

Chris Campbell, PE

Principal & Founder at Campbell Code Consulting | Washington, District of Columbia, USA
Chris Campbell is a Fire Protection Engineer and Code Consultant based in Washington DC. Holding both a BS and MS in Fire Protection Engineering from the University of Maryland, Chris has carved a significant career in the fire protection industry. He is the Founder and Principal of Campbell Code Consulting, providing design and code consulting solutions. Concurrently, he is an Adjunct Lecturer at his alma mater, co-teaching an Advanced Life Safety course. His prior roles include a Senior Fire Engineer at Arup and Fire Protection Engineer at GHD. Chris is registered as a fire protection engineer in Maryland, DC, Virginia, and California.