Course Synopsis
This course introduces students to basics of fire and the causative factors of fire. The discussions provide knowledge in fire investigation to differentiate between a fire accident and arson and the safety measures to be followed during investigation. The lectures shall provide in detail the different types of material evidences often encountered in structure fires and forest fires; the methodology to collect and pack them and appropriate instrumental analysis to process the evidence materials. The course will be taught via lectures, tutorial, practical and discussion. Students will be assessed through tests, practical report, presentations, discussion and final examination. After completing this course, student will be able to apply the knowledge (C1-C3), skills (P1-P3), scientific problem solving skills (CTPS1-CTPS3) and communication skills (CS1-CS3).