Supported by The Institution of Fire Engineers (HK Branch)
The University of Central Lancashire Introduction The University of Central Lancashire (UCLan), through the School of Continuing and Professional Education (SCOPE), City University of Hong Kong (CityU), is offering a part-time programme leading to the award of BEng (Hons) Fire Engineering. The programme is supported by the Institution of Fire Engineers (HK Branch) (IFE(HK)). Why Fire Engineering? Fire Engineering is the science of formulating fire safety solutions or mitigating measures for modern buildings or structures based on quantifying hazards, assessing risks and gauging human response. This fire engineering approach is now widely adopted in world-class cities for complex and voluminous buildings; and allows greater flexibility in designs, choice of materials, and more cost effective solutions without compromising the primary goal of life safety. The Buildings and Fire Services Departments of HKSAR Government have adopted a performancebased design approach in building safety. Apart from the building safety design using the traditional prescriptive codes, this programme will also emphasis on performance-based design with an aim to prepare students to meet the need of the industry. University of Central Lancashire, United Kingdom UCLan was given University status in 99. The mission of the University is to encourage individuals to develop their full potential, by providing a stimulating learning environment encompassing a wide range of educational activities. The University, within its teaching and learning strategy, emphasizes the development and autonomy of independent students. The fi re safety engineering programmes are offered by the School of Forensic and Investigative Sciences. With a mission to promote excellence in practice and study in fi re safety design, system, management, safety of buildings and infrastructure etc, the School offers fi re engineering programmes ranging from Foundation Degree to PhD level. For more details of UCLan and the Department, visit the website at: http://www.uclan.ac.uk. Programme Aims This programme has the following learning aims: Prepare students with the necessary scientifi c, engineering and technological knowledge and skills to resolve complex design problems in fi re and fi re safety applications; Develop a suitable understanding and application of management skills, including team work, leadership and organisation to implement strategies to resolve engineering design problems and projects; Develop an expertise in the application of fi re and safety management systems to resolve problems, implement safe design solutions and to ensure safe working environments; Develop the use of appropriate analytical and computational methods in the study of fi res and the resolution of fi re engineering problems for the built environment and related infrastructure; Provide an understanding and application of the legal principles as they impact upon the study of fi res and fi re safety, including design, project control and implementation; and Appreciate the infl uence of human behaviour in fi res and the implications upon safe building design. Progression Pathway MSc Fire Safety Engineering BEng (Hons) Fire Engineering FD / HD / AD / HND in relevent disciplines
BEng (Hons) Fire Engineering Unique features: Provides a pathway to become a professional engineer through parttime study Accredited by the Energy Institute (EI) and fully supported by The Institution of Fire Engineers (HK Branch) (IFE(HK)) Students are encouraged to approach their academic study and careers as creative and innovative managers and engineers Strong links with industry and professional bodies Resource Center and dedicated collection on fi re discipline, CityU library, UClan on-line library A 5% discount on the programme fee given to all IFE Members Student visiting Fire Services Training School Programme Structure Students are required to complete either 80, 0 or 60 credits over or years of part-time study Module Code FV0 FV FV FV7 FV0 FV50 FV00 FV0 FV0 FV0 FV4 FV0 FV00 FV00 FV0 FV04 FV FV0 FV900 FV0 FV0 Module Title Level Credits Entry Points Safety and Fire Law Energy Transfer and Thermodynamics Engineering Design Practice Buildings, Materials and Fire Engineering Analysis Skills for Fire Studues Introduction to Combustion & Fire Fluid Dynamics of Fire Fires and the Built Environment Management of Occupational Health and Safety Computational Engineering Engineering Analysis Enclosure Fire Dynamics Fire Protection Engineering Probabilistic Risk Assessment Engineering Project Management Engineering Design Project Engineering Analysis Fire Science Dissertation Fire Protection Accidents and Catastrophes 0 0 0 0 0 0 Route (80 credits, to be completed in years) Route (0 credits, to be completed in years) Route (60 credits, to be completed in years)
Entrance Requirements There are three entry points for eligible applicants with different qualifi cations: Route (students have to complete 80 credits in years) - Holders of FDSc in Fire Safety Engineering (or equivalent qualifi cation); Route (students have to complete 0 credits in years) - Holders of Higher Diploma / Associate Degree / HND (or equivalent qualifi cation) in relevant discipline such as building, building services, electrical and mechanical engineering with mathematics course studied; OR Holders of Higher Diploma in a relevant discipline other than the above listed who can demonstrate competence of mathematics and have a minimum of years of experience in a relevant profession. Route (students have to complete 60 credits in years) - HNC holders in relevant disciplines such as building, building services, electrical and mechanical engineering with mathematics course studied; OR Corporate member of The Institute of Fire Engineers (IFE); OR Mature applicants* of at least years of age by the commencement of the programme who have relevant work experience. Applicants whose qualifi cations were not taught and assessed in English will be required to demonstrate an English profi ciency equivalent to IELTS 6.0. Current Student Profile Our current students come from a wide spectrum of organizations and disciplines such as Water Supplies Department, EMSD, PCCW, Hong Kong Police Force, MTR Corporation, Hong Kong Fire Services Department, building/construction companies and electric/gas companies. They hold various positions including, Fire/ Building Services contractor/engineer/consultant, Facility Manager/Organizer, Technical Manager/Technician, Project Manager/Project Offi cer/project co-ordinator, Police, Safety offi cer/safety Supervisor and Fire Offi cer/fireman. Programme Administration and Delivery The programme is administered by SCOPE and is closely monitored and reviewed by UCLan. Lectures will be delivered by local academics and practitioners in the field. Programme Leader (UK): Dr Andrei Chamchine, Academic Lead Fire Safety Engineering, Principal Lecturer, School of Forensic and Investigative Sciences, UCLan. Programme Leader (HK) : Ir Fred Lau, SCOPE, CityU. Associate Programme Leader (HK): Dr Y.C. Ko, SCOPE,CityU Programme Advisor : Dr Richard Yuen, Associate Professor, Department of Building and Construction, CityU. * Interview will arrange for mature applicants ** The university reserves the right not to offer the additional credits in the event of there is being insuffi cient registered students. Professional Recognition The BEng (Hons) Fire Engineering operating in the UK (Preston campus) and The BEng (Hons) Fire Engineering operating in Hong Kong by SCOPE, City University of Hong Kong, are accredited by the Energy Institute (EI). The BEng (Hons) Fire Engineering plus MSc in Fire Safety Engineering satisfi es the current academic requirements for Chartered Engineer Membership of the UK Engineering Council EC(UK), and Membership of the Hong Kong Institution of Engineers (HKIE) Fire Discipline. The BEng (Hons) Fire Engineering plus MSc in Fire Safety Engineering plus BC475 Electrical Service I and BC476 HVAC Engineering Elective I offered by SCOPE, City University of Hong Kong, satisfi es the current academic requirements for Membership of the Hong Kong Institution of Engineers (HKIE) Building Services Discipline. Students collecting experimental data in the in-class training. Student visiting Fire Services Training School
Fees Application Fee : HK$40 (to be paid at the time of application) Programme Fee : HK$4,500 per 0 credits Graduation Fee : HK$400 (to be paid at the time of admission) Additional fees will be charged in the case of retaking a module and / or reassessment. All fees paid are nonrefundable. * IFE Members will enjoy 5% discount on programme fee. Who Should Apply? Fire Services Department offi cers/fi remen, fi re safety consultants, fi re protection engineers, industrial loss prevention offi cers, fi re testing professionals and relevant professions, and those who wish to become a practitioner in the fi re-related professions. Students can borrow books and access resources from the City University of Hong Kong Run Run Shaw Library. Assessment and Award Module assessment comprises coursework and / or an examination. To complete and obtain credits for a module, students must undertake all required elements and achieve a mark of at least 40%. Where there are assessment elements, i.e., coursework and an examination, students must pass both elements in order to pass the module. Classes and Venue Modules are arranged on weekday evenings and / or Saturday afternoons. Classes will mainly take place in SCOPE Tsim Sha Tsui Learning Centre and selected modules may be scheduled in SCOPE Learing Centre located at Kowloon Tong. Students analysing the experiment result. Programme Commencement September Medium of Instruction English Graduation Ceremony at City University of Hong Kong
Education Loan Successful applicants are eligible to apply for the Nonmeans Tested Loan Scheme (NLS) administered by the Student Financial Assistance Agency (SFAA) of the HKSAR Government. The maximum fi nancial assistance under the NLS is equivalent to the total tuition fees payable of the programme. Current interest rate per annum :.599% as at June 09. Please refer to SFAA s homepage : www.sfaa.gov. hk for the prevailing NLS interest rate. Repayment : repayable in 40 equal quarterly instalments within 0 years after graduation, termination of studies or 6 years from the fi rst disbursement of fi nancial assistance, whichever is earlier. For details or enquiries, please call 50 6 or visit SFAA s website. Fire Service Installation - Pumping system Deadline for Application 8 July, Friday Applications submitted after May may be considered strictly subject to the availability of places. Application will be closed before 8 July if all places are fi lled by eligible applicants. All applications will be processed on a rolling and competitive basis until all available places have been fi lled and, thus, early enrollment from interested parties are highly encouraged. The whole process and selection outcome would be endorsed by the Programme Team and University of Central Lancashire. All decisions will be fi nal Programme Leader presenting in the information seminar at CityU Online Enquiries An acknowledgement of your application will be sent to you via email. Confi rmation of application can also be made at our website: www.cityu.edu.hk/ce/enrol/que 7 working days after submission of your application form. Enquiries School of Continuing and Professional Education Location : LG/F., Academic Exchange Building, City University of Hong Kong Tel : 44 5805 / 44 74 Fax : 44 099 Email : team5@scope.edu Website : www.cityu.edu.hk/ce/fire SCOPE///0/7