Fire and Civil Safety Engineering
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DepartmentFaculty of Civil Engineering
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Program code6121EX032
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Field of studyEngineering
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QualificationBachelor of Engineering Sciences
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Duration4
Fun fact
Did you know that harmful substances in smoke are the main cause of fatalities in fires? Fire and Civil Safety Engineers are the professionals who design the systems and technologies that save lives.
Join the safety innovators and be part of the only programme of its kind in Lithuania — Engineering for a Safer World: Safe People, Safe Environment, Safe Future.
About
Programme Objective
The Fire and Civil Safety Engineering programme prepares forward-thinking engineers capable of analysing, managing, and preventing risks caused by fires and other emergencies. Students learn to design and implement modern safety systems that protect people, property, and the environment.
Through practical training and real-world projects, students gain hands-on experience in using advanced technologies, conducting experiments, interpreting data, and making informed engineering decisions. The programme encourages critical and creative thinking, developing professionals who can evaluate the effectiveness of safety systems, predict potential threats, and propose innovative preventive measures.
Graduates leave prepared to excel in Lithuania’s growing safety engineering sector and beyond — ready to make a real difference in creating a safer world.
Main Study Modules
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Fire Safety of Buildings (with coursework)
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Crisis Management and Civil Safety
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Rescue Tactics (with coursework)
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Modelling and Management of Extreme Events
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Human Factors in Safety Management
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Investigation of Extreme Events (with coursework)
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Building Structures Under Extreme Impacts (with project work)
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What will I be able to do?
• Identify, analyse, and solve key issues in fire and civil safety
• Select and apply technical solutions to ensure safety in various environments
• Evaluate risks related to materials, structures, and human factors
• Address safety challenges in building design and construction
• Develop and apply strategies for new construction materials and technologies
• Manage fire and emergencies using evidence-based approaches
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What are my career opportunities?
• An officer at the State Fire and Rescue Service under the Ministry of the Interior of the Republic of Lithuania
• A fire and civil safety specialist in public or private organizations
• An expert in building design, construction, or technical evaluation
• A professional in fire safety system development, research, or implementation
• An international safety consultant participating in exhibitions, trade fairs, and collaborative projects
• An entrepreneur, launching your own safety engineering company
• Or pursue Master’s level studies to advance your expertise.
Study subjects
1 Semester
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FMMMB16101 6 credits
Algebra and Differential Calculus
Module aim
To introduce basics of linear algebra, analytical geometry and differential calculus
Module description
The course covers the elements of linear algebra (matrices, determinants, systems of linear equations), analytical geometry (vectors, straight lines, planes) and differential calculus of functions of one variable (limits, derivatives, investigation of functions). The questions of their practical application are touched upon.
Students must attend at least 60% of the time scheduled practical works (full-time studies and part-time, distance learning studies) and 50% of the lectures (only full-time studies). -
FMCHB16108 6 credits
Chemistry
Module aim
To enable students to seek basic chemical knowledges in shaping their concept of their application in practical and professional activities.
Module description
Will know and understand forecasting methods of thermodynamic and kinetic systems, solution formation and properties. Will be able to calculate the concentrations of solutions. Know the composition and properties of natural waters. Understand oxidation-reduction processes occurring in electrochemical current sources, electrolysis and metal corrosion. Will be able to conduct chemical experiments. Students must attend at least 80 % of the scheduled practical sessions and at least 50 % of theoretical lectures. Students are required to complete all scheduled laboratory work.
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FMITB16103 6 credits
Information Technologies
Module aim
To improve the knowledge about information technologies and the level of competence at which personal computers and their software can be used. Learn to solve some practical engineering and economic challenges through the application of software.
Module description
The module on a deeper examination of information technology. Course structure includes the following science topics:
Basic science concepts and definitions. Informatics structure. Information, data and knowledge. The information society. Information properties. Information Systems. Information systems characteristics. Types of information systems, structure and classification. Mathematical computer basics. Boolean algebra. Boolean functions. Logic Circuits. Logical operation of computer basics. Machine types and their characteristics. Classical computer architecture. Software. Operating systems, their purpose and structure. Operating systems. Networks. Data transmission technologies. Cloud computing. Global web. HTML language. Multimedia. Introduction to MATLAB. Working with the MATLAB interpreter. Introduction to Programming in MATLAB. MATLAB applications.
Students must attend at least 60 % of the time scheduled practical lectures and at least 80 % laboratory works and at least half of the lectures at the scheduled times. -
KIFSB17108 3 credits
Philosophy
Module aim
The course is intended to introduce students to the basic problems of philosophy and to provide with skills for critical thinking.
Module description
The course examines the origin of philosophy and the role of philosophy in the development of European cultural history. Course presents the topics of being, the nature of things and ideas, knowledge, the relationship between science and philosophy, the human place in cosmos, in a society and in the state. The main focus is placed upon antique philosophy and its subsequent interpretations.
Students must attend at least 60 percent of the seminars and at least half of the lectures at the scheduled times -
FMFIB16125 3 credits
Physics
Module aim
To give the theoretical knowledge in classical physics and form the practical skills in application of fundamental laws of nature. .Contribute to the physical framework for studying specific subjects.
Module description
Taught rolling and rotational movement kinematics and dynamics, mechanical oscillations and waves, according to the Civil Engineering Faculty specific subjects taught.
Students must attend at least 60% of the time scheduled of the lectures.
Students must attend at least 60% of the time scheduled practical lectures.
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STGSB17041 3 credits
Introduction to Specialty
Module aim
Students who have completed this course will know the basics of the legal basis for ensuring fire safety in the Republic of Lithuania, will distinguish the types of fire rescue forces, will know the importance of the subjects studied in this program for practical work in different positions in the state fire rescue service and economic entities of the Republic of Lithuania. Students must attend at least 80 % of the scheduled practical sessions.
Module description
Fire safety is a multi-level system of ensuring public safety, implemented by the state fire rescue services and companies, institutions and organizations, the main purpose of which is the protection of the residents of the Republic of Lithuania and their property from fire, extreme events and emergency situations. Ensuring the safety of residents is based on preventive activities aimed at preventing incidents, extreme events and emergency situations from occurring, and when they do occur, effective and systematic activities of fire rescue forces, extinguishing fires, liquidating the consequences of traffic accidents, chemical incidents. Students must attend at least 80% of the time scheduled practical sessions. Theoretical lectures are mandatory for first-cycle I and II year full-time students. More than half of the lectures must be attended during the semester.
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KIUSB17101 3 credits
English Language
Module aim
To help students develop linguistic and communicative skills, acquire knowledge according to CEFR B2-C1 level in order to communicate spontaneously both in written and spoken forms on daily, cultural and professional topics.
Module description
The course covers an important aspect of academic language study relevant to all subject areas. The aim of the course is to reach a high (B2-C1) level of English to study in an academic institution. The course is aimed at the first-cycle students with B1-B2 level of English. The integrated skills course will develop students’ reading, writing, listening and speaking skills in an academic context. It will enable students to prepare assignments, write a research paper in English. Participation in at least 60% of the scheduled exercises is mandatory.
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KIUSB17105 3 credits
French Language
Module aim
To help students develop linguistic and communicative skills, acquire knowledge according to CEFR B2-C1 level in order to communicate spontaneously both in written and spoken forms on daily, cultural and professional topics.
Module description
The course covers an important aspect of academic language study relevant to all subject areas. The aim of the course is to reach a high (B2-C1) level of French to study in an academic institution. The course is aimed at the first-cycle students with B1-B2 level of French.The integrated skills course will develop students’ reading, writing, listening and speaking skills in an academic context. It will enable students to prepare assignments, write a research paper in French. Participation in at least 60% of the scheduled exercises is mandatory.
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KIUSB17103 3 credits
German Language
Module aim
To help students develop linguistic and communicative skills, acquire knowledge according to CEFR B2-C1 level in order to communicate spontaneously both in written and spoken forms on daily, cultural and professional topics.
Module description
The course covers an important aspect of academic language study relevant to all subject areas. The aim of the course is to reach a high (B2-C1) level of German to study in an academic institution.The course is aimed at the first-cycle students with B1-B2 level of German.The integrated skills course will develop students’ reading, writing, listening and speaking skills in an academic context. It will enable students to prepare assignments, write a research paper in German. Participation in at least 60% of the scheduled exercises is mandatory.
2 Semester
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FMIGB16203 6 credits
General Engineering and Digital Graphics
Module aim
To present the general engineering and computer graphics fundamentals necessary in civil engineering design. To acquaintance with basic methods of general descriptive geometry, principles of orthographic projections, design methods, to introduce with modern computer aided design systems. Projection drawing. Views, arrangement of views in drawings. Simple and complex sections.
Module description
While studying the subject, the concept of engineering graphics was presented during the semester. The subject provides knowledge on how to use graphic tools in the preparation of engineering documentation, will be able to find and use suitable standards, and will understand how to apply appropriate information technologies. The combination of theory and practice will help to understand the possibilities of applying CAD systems in the preparation of technical drawings, paying attention to the requirements of the standards. The subject will not only introduce the basic methods of representing spatial objects on a plane and in space. Still, it will also encourage creative thinking when making appropriate decisions for drawing up a technical document.
Students are required to attend at least 80% of the practical and laboratory classes at the scheduled time during the semester. Mandatory minimum attendance of module lectures – 50%. -
FMMMB16201 6 credits
Integral Calculus
Module aim
The aim of this course is to provide the knowledge from integral calculus, to achieve the ability to analyze situation, to choose the appropriate problem solving method, to present and clarify the obtained results, to develop the ability use the knowledge and practical abilities in the study process.
Module description
Integral calculus of functions of one variable: anti-derivatives, indefinite and definite integrals, the basic definitions, methods of integration, the properties of indefinite and definite integrals, Newton-Leibnitz formula, applications of definite integrals, multivariable functions, double and line integrals, ordinary differential equations and their solutions.
Students must attend at least 60% of the time scheduled practical works (full-time studies and part-time, distance learning studies) and 50% of the lectures (only full-time studies).
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STGSB24045 6 credits
Safety Assurance System
Module aim
To acquaint students with responding to emergency events, the provision and activities of civil protection units, the preparation of preventive plans and measures aimed at reducing the consequences of future emergency situations, cooperation with other services, and assistance to residents who need it in the event of a natural or man-made disaster.
Module description
The subject of the safety assurance system is training on the prevention of disasters and the organization of their liquidation, based on the civil protection mechanism of the Republic of Lithuania and the European Union. The system determines how to promptly and qualitatively provide services to the public, how to help people in the event of an accident, so that losses are as small as possible. The main goal of this system is to ensure effective preventive measures and effective and operative response to extreme events in its activities. Students must attend at least 70% of the exercises in the scheduled exercises time. Theoretical lectures are mandatory for first-cycle I and II year full-time students. More than half of the lectures must be attended during the semester.
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ELEIB16204 3 credits
Electronics and Electrical Engineering
Module aim
To master basic laws of electronics and electrical engineering, principles of working of electrical and electronics devices and equipment’s, to develop abilities for the independent decision of electrical engineering questions, to understand principles of work digital electronics devices and areas of their application.
Module description
In this module, the fundamental laws of electrical engineering and electronics are presented, along with the rules for connecting consumers to the electrical network. You will learn about basic electronic components and their operating principles.
Students must complete at least 80% of the laboratory work in the time provided in the schedule.
Students are required to complete all scheduled laboratory work.
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STGSB25172 3 credits
Materials Science
Module aim
After completing this course, students will be able to analyze materials and their structure, be able to select materials and use them according to their purpose, based on empirical knowledge and research
Module description
The structure of the materials and their interrelationship with the properties determine the areas of use and possibilities. Various research methods (physical, chemical, mechanical, standard and non-standard) are used to study the structure and properties. The course discusses the principles of creating material structures and the effect of technological and operational processes and parameters on the structure and properties of materials and products. Students are required to complete all scheduled laboratory work. Theoretical lectures are mandatory for first-cycle I-III year full-time students. More than half of the lectures must be attended during the semester.
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STGSB17046 3 credits
Training Practice
Module aim
To teach the student according to the elementary fire fighters’ training programme or Emergency Response Center’s specialist’s training programme, to provide the information about firefighter’s work in fire and rescue service’s subdivisions.
Module description
The purpose of the educational fire safety course is to acquaint students with legal acts regulating fire and rescue services, their organization, and fire fighting materials, fire fighting and rescue equipment as well as with fire fighter’s duties in fire fighting and rescuing. During the course students are being trained according to the elementary fire fighters’ training programme or Emergency Response enter’s specialist’s training programme.
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KIUSB17139 3 credits
Speciality English Language
Module aim
To help students acquire and develop linguistic and professional communicative skills as well as relevant knowledge so that the future specialists are able to use their acquired competences and analyse information, communicate in spoken and written language in their everyday, academic and Professional situations.
Module description
The course is targeted at the development of Fire Protection, Safety Systems Engineering students’ C1 level of the English Language competences, for further development of skills gained in the course English Language for communication in both daily and Professional situations. The course develops the independent user’s language skills, professional vocabulary, the correct technical and scientific language usage knowledge, abilities to analyse and summarize speciality literature, effective academic presentation skills, and students will be able to use them in researching professional literature or while adapting in the international labour market. Participation in at least 60% of the scheduled exercises is mandatory.
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KIUSB17141 3 credits
Speciality French Language
Module aim
To help students acquire and develop linguistic and professional communicative skills as well as relevant knowledge so that the future specialists are able to use their acquired competences and analyse information, communicate in spoken and written language in their everyday, academic and Professional situations.
Module description
The Speciality French Language course is targeted at the development of Fire Protection, Safety Systems Engineering students’ C1 level of the French Language competences, for further development of skills gained in the course French Language for communication in both daily and Professional situations. The course develops the independent user’s language skills, professional vocabulary, the correct technical and scientific language usage knowledge, abilities to analyse and summarize speciality literature, effective academic presentation skills, and students will be able to use them in researching professional literature or while adapting in the international labour market. Participation in at least 60% of the scheduled exercises is mandatory.
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KIUSB17140 3 credits
Speciality German Language
Module aim
To help students acquire and develop linguistic and professional communicative skills as well as relevant knowledge so that the future specialists are able to use their acquired competences and analyse information, communicate in spoken and written language in their everyday, academic and Professional situations.
Module description
The Speciality German Language course is targeted at the development of Fire Protection, Safety Systems Engineering students’ C1 level of the German Language competences, for further development of skills gained in the course German Language for communication in both daily and Professional situations. The course develops the independent user’s language skills, professional vocabulary, the correct technical and scientific language usage knowledge, abilities to analyse and summarize speciality literature, effective academic presentation skills, and students will be able to use them in researching professional literature or while adapting in the international labour market. Participation in at least 60% of the scheduled exercises is mandatory.
3 Semester
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STGSB17050 6 credits
Theory of Combustion and Extinguishing
Module aim
After completing this course, students will be able to analyze combustion and extinguishing processes and select the necessary extinguishing agents.
Module description
Combustion is a complex physical and chemical process that occurs during a fire. The combustion process is divided into stages. It is characterized by ignition, the structure of the combustion zone, the spread and ceasing of the combustion process. The course examines the fundamental laws of the combustion process, the occurrence of combustion, the ignition of combustible systems and the spontaneous ignition of materials, the combustion of materials in various states and methods of ceasing the combustion process. Students must attend at least 70 % of the scheduled practical sessions. Students are required to complete all scheduled laboratory work. Theoretical lectures are mandatory for first-cycle I-III year full-time students. More than half of the lectures must be attended during the semester.
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STTMB17047 6 credits
Integral Mechanics
Module aim
To acquire and assimilate knowledge about behaviour of mechanical objects under action of forces at known boundary and initial conditions. To understand main fundamental principles of statics and dynamics. To learn solving practical problems of mechanics. Introduce students to theoretical and practical principles of engineering methods for calculating strength and stiffness of structural members under simple loading. Prepare students for further structures design studies.
Module description
The module is aimed to provide knowledge about the basic laws and principles of solid mechanics. Emphasizing the state of static equilibrium (statics) of a rigid body, students are also introduced to the basics of kinematics and dynamics.
Knowledge is provided about the types of deformation of structural members (rods, beams, shafts), the technique of calculating internal forces, stresses and deformations in cases of simple deformation (tension-compression, bending, torsion). Practical skills for determining reactional forces, strength and stiffness parameters (stresses, displacements, strains) are developed. Students must attend at least 70% of the time scheduled practical exercises. Theoretical lectures are mandatory for first-cycle I-III year full-time students. More than half of the lectures must be attended during the semester. -
FMMMB16301 6 credits
Probability Theory and Mathematical Statistics
Module aim
To introduce basics of probability theory and mathematical statistics, to train a student to use obtained knowledge for solving of real world problems.
Module description
The basic probability theory concepts and theorems. The distribution functions of random variables and numerical characteristics. The problems of mathematical statistics. Empirical characteristics. The point and interval estimates of unknown parameters. Statistical hypothesis testing, elements of correlation theory, regression.
Students must attend at least 60% of the time scheduled practical works, 80% of the time scheduled laboratory works (full-time studies and part-time, distance learning studies) and 50% of the lectures (only full-time studies).
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STGSB24051 3 credits
Innovations in Safety Management
Module aim
After completing this course, students will be able to understand the principles of safety management and the importance of innovation, evaluate modern safety management systems and their effectiveness, analyze research on successful safety innovations, develop strategies for integrating innovative practices into existing safety management systems.
Module description
With the ever-changing landscape of safety management practices and the emergence of new technologies, organizations seek to improve their safety performance. This course delves into innovative methods, technologies and methodologies that are transforming security management to improve security protocols and reduce risk in a variety of environments. Students will explore cutting-edge safety management strategies, regulatory frameworks and the role of new technologies in changing safety assurance practices. Theoretical lectures are mandatory for first-cycle I and II year full-time students. More than half of the lectures must be attended during the semester.
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STGSB25047 3 credits
Chemistry of Dangerous Substances
Module aim
To introduce students to hazardous chemicals, to provide them with knowledge of the various hazards of these substances and to enable them to appreciate the similarities and differences between hazardous substances
Module description
It is a combination of theory and practice that helps to understand the nature, properties and diversity of hazardous substances. Almost every hazardous substance presents more than one hazard. Individual chemicals, hazards and their physical and chemical properties are discussed, both as individual chemicals and in groups of chemicals. Students must participate in at least 70% of the exercises during the scheduled time. Theoretical lectures are mandatory for first-cycle I and II year full-time students. More than half of the lectures must be attended during the semester.
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FMFIB16326 3 credits
Applied Physics
Module aim
To provide knowledge about the nature of electromagnetic and optic properties of materials. To prepare for the studies of fire safety specialities, to develop skills for application of electromagnetic and optic sciences to present clearly and correctly results of the research
Module description
Applied physics, the subject of the study, is a combination of theory and practice, designed to provide students with understanding of electrostatics, electric current, electromagnetism, optics, thermal radiation and nuclear physics, for studies in Fire Protection specialties. When solving practical tasks, the capacity to choose and apply the appropriate law of electrostatics, electromagnetism, optics or nuclear physics is being developed. The skill to interpret and objectively explain the results obtained during the experimental research is being developed with the help of modern laboratory equipment used for conducting experimental tests.
Students must attend at least 60% of the time scheduled of the lectures.
Students must attend at least 60% of the time scheduled practical lectures.
Students must attend at least 80% of the time scheduled laboratory work.
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KIPIB17020 3 credits
Creative Processes in Engineering
Module aim
To introduce students with the creative processes manifesting in engineering. Help them to gain practical and analytical skills in this area.
Module description
During the course, the students will be introduced to the engineering and its evolution, as well as the creative process, manifesting in engineering. It will be analyzed in detail the specific branches of engineering, considering manifestations of creativity in particular engineering objects and creative processes manifested in them.
Students are required to attend at least 50 % of the theoretical lectures. -
KIKOB17047 3 credits
Public Communication
Module aim
The aim of the course is to introduce the theoretical and practical aspects, issues and applications of public communication.
Module description
Public Communication course aims to introduce personal branding, corporate communication, communication with clients and internal communication, the students who have chosen studies of engineering sciences, computer sciences, technology sciences, mathematics sciences. Students learn how to present themselves and their ideas, better speak in public, to make good and convincing points, to better use the internet and social media for their professional goals, also to understand cross-cultural communication. The importance of media channels, messages and communication to target audiences are also introduced in the course. Through practical tasks for personal branding, students will learn how to adopt public ethics, protocol standards. In this course an approach of learning by doing is combined with theoretical analysis and students’ self-reflection. The practical part of the course consists of active participation in discussions during different exercises, case studies as well as preparation and presentation of public speeches and presentations.
Participation in at least 60% of the scheduled exercises is mandatory. Lecture attendance is at least 50%
4 Semester
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STTMB17099 6 credits
Structural Mechanics
Module aim
To provide knowledge and understanding of the principles of structural design. To teach how to apply the knowledge acquired in solving practical engineering problems.
Module description
The module “Structural Mechanics” is intended to provide knowledge and understanding about principles and methods of structural analysis applied for bar systems They will learn to apply the basic principles in simplifying and solving problems of structural mechanics, to verify the obtained results and to apply the acquired knowledge for the analysis of more complex structures. This course aims at developing computational skills and the comprehensive application of structural mechanics to analyze and solve practical engineering problems. Students are required to participate in at least 70% of the exercises and 100% of the laboratory work during the scheduled time. Theoretical lectures are mandatory for first-cycle I-III year full-time students. More than half of the lectures must be attended during the semester.
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STGSB24056 6 credits
Safety Regulation
Module aim
To provide the knowledge and practical skills needed to ensure compliance with safety laws and standards, effectively manage risks, and promote a culture of safety and sustainability in various life and professional environments.
Module description
The course provides a comprehensive understanding of regulatory frameworks and practical tools, with an emphasis on understanding legal frameworks designed to protect workers, the public, and the environment. It delves into important regulations such as laws related to occupational health and safety, fire safety, civil safety, and environmental protection, as well as safety standards specific to various industries. Through case studies, risk assessments, and compliance audits, students will gain practical knowledge of how to implement these laws in real-world situations.Students must attend at least 60% of the time scheduled practical lectures. Theoretical lectures are mandatory for first-cycle I and II year full-time students. More than half of the lectures must be attended during the semester.
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STGGB17277 6 credits
Building Architecture and Structures
Module aim
Learn about building architecture and structures. Learn about different building structures and systems and prime knowledge
about building design. Give knowledge about modern architecture design implements.Module description
It is the body of theory and practice that helps to understand the behaviour of building structures under extreme stresses. It covers the theoretical knowledge and practical skills necessary for the assessment of reinforced concrete and masonry structures and their constituent materials under complex conditions. It is therefore important to be able to make creative decisions on how to successfully assess the behaviour of structures under extreme stress conditions.
Students must attend at least 80% of the scheduled time in theoretical lectures, 60% in exercises. -
ELEIB24204 3 credits
Safety of Electrical Equipment
Module aim
To master basic laws of electronics and electrical engineering, principles of working of electrical devices and equipment’s. The student will know how to choose the electrical equipment and design the fire protection.
Module description
Students will learn about electricity sources and consumers in the module. Will know electricity supply schemes, will be able to calculate electricity loads. You will be introduced to the complete rules for the installation of electrical equipment, electrical standards. Understand the principles of operation of electrical safety devices.
Students must attend at least half of the theoretical lectures in the scheduled schedule.
Students must complete all exercise tasks, must attend at least 80%. of exercise. -
STGSB24057 3 credits
Safet Regulation (Course Project)
Module aim
The course paper is independent work performed by a student. By writing it, the student is expected to acquire specific skills in research and analytical work. Students will learn how to find and select necessary literature on a particular subject, gather and analyze statistical data, identify and solve problems, compare statements by various authors, and connect theoretical knowledge with practical application.
Module description
Students will be required to prepare a review-type written assignment That focuses on understanding legal frameworks, risk management and compliance practices to ensure workplace and public safety. They will conduct case studies, compliance audits and risk assessments in real-world areas of security legislation. It will teach students to manage legal responsibilities, follow safety protocols and reduce risk professionally. Students must attend at least 60% of the time scheduled practical lectures. Theoretical lectures are mandatory for first-cycle I and II year full-time students. More than half of the lectures must be attended during the semester.
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STGSB25175 3 credits
Building Products
Module aim
After completing this course, students will be able to determine the properties of various sustainable and safe construction materials, they will know the properties of construction products, their production technologies, and the possibilities of use.
Module description
Various sustainable and safe building materials are used in the construction of buildings, it is important to know their properties, production technologies and possibilities of use. The subject of study includes the main properties of building materials and their research methods. Building ceramics, glass, binding materials, fillers, mortars, concrete, paint materials and thermo-insulating materials, wood, polymer materials, their properties, production technologies, and application possibilities are analyzed in detail. Students are required to complete all scheduled laboratory work. Theoretical lectures are mandatory for first-cycle I and II year full-time students. More than half of the lectures must be attended during the semester.
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VVVKB17167 3 credits
Management
Module aim
To form basis of methodological knowledge of management and educate capabilities of professional logical thinking.
Module description
During management course contains management substance, basic concepts and their interpretation. The course conveys evolution of management, identified management object and subjects, organisation elements and surroundings, management decisions cycle, its phases, economic, psychological, administrative management methods. There are analysed functions: planning, organization, leadership, control as well as projecting of management structures and adaptation, horizontal and vertical communication, employee evaluation, remuneration and motivation, organisation establishment and control. Students must attend at least 60% of exercises and at least half of the theoretical lectures according to the timetable.
5 Semester
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STGSB25136 6 credits
Integrated Projects (Fire Safety Automation, Safety in the Technological Processes, Fire Water Supply)
Module aim
To give students some practical experience by performing a project independently under the guidance of teachers.
Module description
Students will get acquainted with the practical aspect of an engineering problem encountered by security systems; they will integrate the knowledge about security procedures, management and engineering, acquiring relevant abilities by implementing a real-life practical project. Theoretical lectures are mandatory for first-cycle I-III year full-time students. Students must attend at least 70 % of the scheduled practical sessions.Theoretical lectures are mandatory for first-cycle I and II year full-time students. More than half of the lectures must be attended during the semester.
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STGSB25059 6 credits
Sustainability and Safety in Technological Processes
Module aim
To provide knowledge about the main technological processes, their sustainability, their characteristics and their fire safety.
Module description
The subject is intended to examine the main technological processes and sustainability in production, their characteristics flammable materials in various technological equipment, possibilities and causes of accidents, preparation of equipment for
repair and possible preventive measures, ensuring the normal course of technological processes, are analyzed in detail, as well as the possibilities of reusable raw materials . The main production sources of ignition, technological measures to limit the potential spread of fire are analyzed. Students are required to complete all scheduled laboratory work. Theoretical lectures are mandatory for first-cycle I and II year full-time students. More than half of the lectures must be attended during the semester. -
ELEIB16502 3 credits
Fire Safety Automation
Module aim
To master principles of fire protection and principles of action of automatic fire protection systems of a buildings. To be able to choose automatic fire protection systems of a building and to project, implement and operate fire protection systems
Module description
Acquired knowledge about the automatic alarm systems, their types, fire detectors and safety sensors, their operating principles, the principles of video imaging, video security systems, and access control systems.
Students must attend at least 80 per cent of the practical exercises (practical work)during the scheduled time;
Students must complete at least 80% of the laboratory work during the scheduled time;
Students must complete all scheduled laboratory work.
at least half of the lectures at the scheduled times.Knowledge is acquired about automatic security systems, their types, fire detectors and protective sensors, their operating principles, video image formation principles, video security systems, access control systems.
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APAVB17229 3 credits
Fluid Mechanics and Fire Water Supply
Module aim
Knowledge theory about fluid balance and flow law, witch applicable to calculate fire water supply systems.
Module description
During theoretical, practical and laboratory activities, students will acquire basic knowledge about fluids, their sustainable use, hydrostatic pressure and its forces. During the course, students will learn the differential equations of fluid equilibrium, will be able to recognize and name the types of fluid flow regime, hydrodynamic characteristics, and write down their differential equations. Bernoulli’s equation will apply. Will acquire the basics of calculating pipes and pipelines, hydraulic losses. Knows how fluids flow through orifices and nozzles. Know the calculations and design requirements of fire water supply installation and hydraulic water supply. Will be able to make a calculation diagram of the water supply network and select suitable pumps.
Students must participate more than half of the lectures, participate in at least 60% of exercises and complete all laboratory work. -
FMFIB16527 3 credits
Thermodynamics
Module aim
To provide fundamental knowledge about the connections and nature of thermal processes, internal energy and mechanical work, to develop the ability to use thermodynamic knowledge and research method, to present research results and conclusions on the basis of this knowledge. To introduce the fundamental laws of thermodynamics and the principles of thermodynamics and the application of laws in the field of engineering practice in the field of fire protection specialization.
Module description
The theory of ideal gas is considered. Introduces the parameters and functions used in thermodynamics to characterize the state of a substance. The principles and laws of thermodynamics (first and second) are set forth. Reverse and irreversible cyclic processes are considered. Transformation phenomena (diffusion, viscosity and thermal conductivity) are reviewed. The theory of real gases and liquids is consider,
Students must attend at least 60% of the time scheduled practical lectures.
Students must attend at least 80% of the time scheduled laboratory work.
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STMEB17030 6 credits
Building Structures During the Extremal Effects 1
Module aim
Provide the necessary knowledge and skills to assess the condition of steel and wooden structures damaged by extreme effects.
Module description
An important aspect of ensuring the safety of building structures is the appropriate assessment of their behavior during extreme loading. The module examines the methods of assessing the behavior of wooden and metal structures under extreme effects and measures to ensure the safe exploitation of these structures.
Students must attend at least 60% of the time scheduled laboratory work and attend at least half of the theoretical lectures. -
STMEB17029 6 credits
Building Structures During Fire 1
Module aim
Indoctrinate with behavior of metal and timber structures in fire conditions, calculations of fire resistance, design of fire protection.
Module description
The materials used for the production of building structures are sensitive to the effects of high temperatures. Their main physical and mechanical properties degrade when exposed to high temperatures. When ensuring the safe operation of building structures, it is necessary to take into account their behavior during a fire. The study module provides the opportunity to acquire knowledge and skills necessary for the design of steel and wooden structures taking into account the effects of fire.
Students must attend at least 60% of the time scheduled practical lectures and attend at least half of the theoretical lectures.
6 Semester
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STGSB17091 6 credits
Fire Safety of Buildings (with Course Work)
Module aim
To provide theoretical and practical knowledge about ensuring fire safety requirements when designing buildings of different purposes.
Module description
Fire safety requirements for buildings. Substance flammability. Fire reThe discipline analyzes legal acts regulating fire safety requirements for buildings of different purposes. They teach how to assess potential hazards when evacuating people and extinguishing fires in buildings. Knowledge is provided and skills are developed to practically design buildings, ensuring fire safety requirements in them. Students must participate in at least 70% of the exercises during the scheduled time. Theoretical lectures are mandatory for first-cycle I and II year full-time students. More than half of the lectures must be attended during the semester.
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STGSB24066 6 credits
Safety of Human Activity
Module aim
To provide knowledge and develop the skills to be able to analyze problematic situations and look for alternative solutions, taking into account ethical, environmental protection, commercial, activity organization, worker safety and health circumstances, to familiarize with the solution of safety problems.
Module description
The legal regulation of human safety is introduced. Natural, technogenic and work environment hazards are annalyzed. Mechanisms of impact on humans, ways and means of possible consequences reduction are discussed. Knowledge is provided about the principles of a sustainable environment and the impact of human activity on the environment. Occupational risk management and environmental protection are analysed, assessing safety and environmental engineering principles, sustainability and innovation developments. Students are required to complete all scheduled laboratory work Theoretical lectures are mandatory for first-cycle I and II year full-time students. More than half of the lectures must be attended during the semester.
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STGSB24132 3 credits
Rescue Equipment and Techniques
Module aim
From an engineering point of view, to acquaint students with fire extinguishing and rescue equipment and techniques, protective measures for firefighters, to examine extinguishing materials and the peculiarities of their use. To acquaint students with the technical possibilities, main technical parameters and structure of firefighting equipment and machinery.
Module description
The subject of rescue equipment and techniques examines the use of fire and rescue equipment and techniques by firefighters, as well as work and self-protection measures. Dangers during firefighting and rescue operations are analyzed: technical, thermal, physical, chemical and others. Studying rescue equipment and technical engineering. The purpose, structure, features of use and engineering of fire extinguishing and rescue equipment and techniques are examined. The basics of the engineering of means of transportation of fire and rescue equipment are introduced. Students must attend at least 70% of the scheduled time. exercises. Theoretical lectures are mandatory for first-cycle I and II year full-time students. More than half of the lectures must be attended during the semester.
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STGSB24069 3 credits
Crisis Management and Civil Protection
Module aim
AThe course aims to provide knowledge and develop the ability to identify, summarize, and analyze challenging situations. It also aims to foster the skills to seek alternative solutions while considering ethical, social, economic, and environmental consequences. The course will also familiarize students with safety problem-solving and effective crisis management. Additionally, it aims to develop students’ abilities to apply risk management in practical organizational activities and to anticipate preventive measures.
Module description
Protection and rescue activities are in the public interest and include a series of measures and a set of actions to detect and prevent various hazards as well as mitigate and eliminate the effects of natural disasters, technical and technological accidents, radiation, chemical and biological pollution, destruction of war and terrorism, epidemics and other disasters that can endanger or affect the population, material goods and the environment. The legal regulation of civil protection and the operation of the rescue system are introduced. Natural and technogenic hazards, their nature, mechanisms of impact on humans and the environment and possible consequences of effects, crisis management processes and models, their management plans and preventive measures are examined. Knowledge is provided about ways to reduce the consequences of exposure to humans and the environment. Attendance to 80 per cent of the exercises and completion of all scheduled tasks are mandatory. Theoretical lectures are mandatory for first-cycle I and II year full-time students. More than half of the lectures must be attended during the semester.
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STGSB24067 3 credits
Safety of Human Activity (Course Project)
Module aim
The course paper is independent work performed by a student. By writing it, the student is expected to acquire specific skills in research and analytical work. Students will learn how to find and select necessary literature on a particular subject, gather and analyze statistical data, identify and solve problems, compare statements by various authors, and connect theoretical knowledge with practical application.
Module description
Students will be required to prepare a review-type written assignment. They will need to analyze the opinions of the authors on the topic under consideration, focusing on safety systems and procedures. This will include the study of safety issues facing society and the exploration of possible technological and organizational solutions. Students are expected to apply the knowledge acquired during their studies, perform practical tasks, and present their opinions and suggestions. Students must attend at least 70% of the time scheduled exercises. Theoretical lectures are mandatory for first-cycle I and II year full-time students. More than half of the lectures must be attended during the semester.
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STGGB17043 6 credits
Building Structures During Extreme Effects 2
Module aim
Get the knowledge and skills necessary for concrete and masonry structures in normal and special conditions of exposure calculation, construction and design.
Module description
It is a body of theory and practice that helps to understand the architectural-planning structure of buildings, and the parts and elements that make up buildings. It covers the theoretical knowledge and practical skills necessary to understand the structural systems of buildings. It is therefore important to be able to make creative decisions on how to successfully evaluate the components and structures of buildings in order to creatively select the main load-bearing elements.
Students are required to attend at least 70 percent of lectures and exercises according to the schedule.
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STGGB17042 6 credits
Building Structures in Fire 2
Module aim
Get the knowledge and skills necessary for concrete and masonry structures in normal and fire conditions in a calculation, construction and design.
Module description
It is the sum of theory and practice to understand the behaviour of building structures in fire. It covers the theoretical knowledge and practical skills necessary for the assessment of reinforced concrete and masonry structures and their constituent materials at fire temperatures. It is therefore important to be able to make creative decisions on how to successfully assess the behaviour of structures under fire conditions.
Students are required to attend at least 60 percent of lectures and exercises according to the schedule.
Students are required to complete all scheduled laboratory work.
7 Semester
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STGSB17077 12 credits
Practice of Profession Activity
Module aim
Familiarize yourself with the activities of the Fire Rescue Service, the State Fire and Civil Protection System, the activities of the BPC or the activities of a company in the field of safety engineering. To acquire practical skills, to consolidate theoretical knowledge.
Module description
Practical skills are acquired during practice, theoretical knowledge of special disciplines is established and they are used to apply them in practical work. You can choose between two tasks:
1. Familiarize yourself with the activities of the fire rescue service by organizing fire fighting and rescue work. Acquire knowledge in the organization of the General Support Center on Shift Operations, gain practical skills in organizing and carrying out pre-trial fire investigation and administrative practice in the field of State Fire Protection, and familiarize with the activities of the Civil Protection Board.
2. To get acquainted and participate in the activities of the company operating in the field of safety engineering. Collect and summarize information about the company’s activities, perform its analysis, present conclusions about the effectiveness of the organization, participate in the preparation and realization of concrete projects. -
STGSB24075 6 credits
Rescue Tactics (with Course Work)
Module aim
To acquaint students with methods of fire extinguishing and rescue work, the tactical capabilities of fire rescue units when liquidating fires and accidents, to learn how to effectively manage forces and lead units, to provide recommendations to civil protection units on how to rescue people if there is a danger to their life and health.
Module description
The subject of rescue tactics is a set of theory and practice about the organization of rescue operations. This activity is based on the EU civil protection mechanism and standards. Firefighting tactics is the science of fire development patterns, ways to extinguish and save people. In order to successfully extinguish fires and liquidate accidents, it is necessary to coordinate the actions of all employees and institutions working in the fire, it is important to understand and follow the orders equally. Students must attend at least 70% of the scheduled exercises time.
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VVEIB17207 3 credits
Economics
Module aim
To provide students with basic knowledge in economics, formulating systemic understanding of market economics relations, tendencies as well as practical skills, relevant for making and implementing decisions in their professional activities.
Module description
During the couse of Economics is studied the theory of economics, the object, problems and goals of economics. The main topics of economics studies include: competition models and mechanism, conception of national product and calculation methods, fiscal and monetary policy, their aims and operation means, conception of inflation, kinds of inflation, evaluation of inflation, unemployment and employment policy, international economics and international economic links.
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STGSB24076 3 credits
Modelling and Management of Extreme Events
Module aim
To provide knowledge on predicting extreme actions induced during industrial accidents and extreme natural phenomena and assessment of consequences posed by such actions.
Module description
Industrial accidents and extreme natural phenomena and actions induced by them. Mathematical models used to describe and predict extreme actions. Basics of quantitative risk assessment. Individual industrial accidents: fires in industry, accidental explosions, toxic releases. Explosions of BLEVE and UVCE type. Extreme natural phenomena and actions induced by them. Modelling geographical distribution of extreme meteorological phenomena. Students must attend at least 70 % of the scheduled practical sessions.
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VVTEB16703 3 credits
Law
Module aim
To indoctrinate students with the fundamentals of law, with system of law and order, the basic legal acts.
Module description
Description of law fundamentals: source of the law, legal relations, breach of the law and legal responsibility, efficiency of the law, legal culture, structure of legal regulation, lawful behaviour, validity of the law, gaps of the law, its elimination.
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STGSB24078 3 credits
Human Factor in the Safety Management
Module aim
To provide knowledge about the influence of the human factor on safety, functionality, efficiency, effectiveness and
reliability and to develop the ability to find, accept, summarize and analyze problematic situations, look for alternative
solutions, introduce the solution of safety problems by optimizing the relationship between people and systems, in order to
increase safety, efficiency and well-beingModule description
Identifying and managing human factors is crucial in effectively and reliably mitigating risk. By understanding those human factors that influence employees, as well as human physical and psychological capabilities and their limits, it is possible to
implement purposeful solutions that improve human reliability, health and well-being at work, reducing errors and mitigating their consequences. The role of human factors in safety management is the next step in improving safety, environmental protection, quality and work efficiency. Students must attend at least 70% of the time scheduled practical lectures
8 Semester
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STGSB24088 15 credits
Bachelor Graduation Thesis
Module aim
Be able to analyze the technical literature on the chosen topic, choose research methods and know how to apply them, analyze the obtained research results and summarize them.
Module description
Based on the selected bachelor thesis topic, the work task, work objective and tasks are created. The problem of bachelor thesis is analyzed and evaluated, the research methodology and equipment are chosen, and the necessary research is carried out. After evaluating the obtained results, a bachelor thesis report with conclusions and recommendations is prepared. Students must attend at least 60 % of the scheduled practical sessions.
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STGSB24086 6 credits
Investigation of Extreme Events (with Course Work)
Module aim
To provide theoretical and practical knowledge about the principles and methods of organizing pre-trial investigation and expertise.
Module description
The discipline analyzes the legal regulation of the pre-trial investigation process, the procedural actions of the investigation, and teaches how to practically fill out the pre-trial investigation documents. Knowledge is provided about the organization of fire examination, fire investigation methods and equipment used for investigation. Ability to practically carry out fire investigation actions is developed. Students must participate in at least 60% of the exercises during the scheduled time.
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STGSB17085 6 credits
Psychological and Medical Training
Module aim
To provide students with knowledge about the behavior of rescuers and residents during emergency situations, panic management, psychological and medical first aid.
Module description
Psychological and medical preparation is a combination of theory and practice on how rescuers and residents should behave in emergency situations. Firefighters and rescuers extinguish fires in various objects, work in basements and at height, during blizzards, rescue people in transport accidents, liquidate the consequences of chemical and other dangerous events, etc. During extreme situations, people are often killed and panic sets in. The rescuer must not get lost, be able to assess the situation, correctly organize the evacuation of people. It is very important to control the panic, provide timely help to the victims and continue to perform the task. Students must attend at least 70% of the time scheduled exercises.
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KILSB17034 3 credits
Specific Purpose Language Culture
Module aim
Standard language: its functional styles and substyles. Written and spoken language. Public and non-public language. Special and professional language. Terms as the basis of a professional language. Structural characteristics and parameters of a scientific text. Composition of a scientific text. Linguistic analysis of final works for the Bachelor`s and Master`s Degree.
Module description
Standard language: its functional styles and substyles. Written and spoken language. Public and non-public language. Special and professional language. Terms as the basis of a professional language. Structural characteristics and parameters of a scientific text. Composition of a scientific text. Linguistic analysis of final works for the Bachelor`s and Master`s Degree. Participation in at least 60% of the scheduled exercises is mandatory.
Statistics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Enrolled students | 12 |
| Enrolled to FT | 10 |
| Min FT grade | 5.73 |