ProQual Level 5 Diploma in Fire Engineering Design

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ProQual Level 5 Diploma in Fire Engineering Design

Course Level

Level 5

Course Type

Ofqual Regulated

Awarding Body

ProQual

Duration

134 GLH

Study Mood

Online

Assessment

Assignments Based

Course Overview

What is this course

The ProQual Level 5 Diploma in Fire Engineering Design, awarded by ProQual, is an advanced, internationally recognized qualification developed for professionals working in fire safety engineering, building design, and regulatory compliance. This diploma provides comprehensive knowledge and technical expertise required to design, evaluate, and implement effective fire engineering solutions in complex building environments.

The course covers key areas such as fire dynamics, structural fire protection, smoke control systems, means of escape design, active and passive fire protection systems, and performance-based fire engineering approaches. Learners gain a strong understanding of fire safety legislation, building regulations, and international standards to ensure safe and compliant design strategies. Emphasis is placed on risk-based analysis, fire modeling principles, and integrating fire safety into architectural and engineering projects.

Ideal for fire engineers, building control professionals, architects, and construction managers, this qualification enhances professional credibility and technical competence. Successful candidates develop the ability to produce compliant fire engineering designs, contribute to safer built environments, and support organizations in meeting regulatory and safety obligations at national and international levels.

Course Content

Detailed Curriculum Structure

ProQual Level 5 Diploma in Fire Engineering Design consists of 8 mandatory units.Candidates must complete all mandatory units to complete this qualification.

  1. Principles of Fire Science for Fire Engineering Design
  2. Principles of Fire Engineering for Fire Engineering Design
  3. Review the Effectiveness of Automatic Fire Suppression Systems
  4. Fire Engineering Design of Means of Escape, Occupant Behaviour and Condition
  5. Fire Engineering Design of Materials, Elements of Structure and Structural Response to Fire
  6. Fire Engineering Design of Smoke Control and Ventilation Systems
  7. Fire Engineering Design of External Fire Spread and External Wall Systems
  8. Fire Engineering Design of Fire Service Intervention Strategies

Principles of Fire Science for Fire Engineering Design

  • Understand how fire develops and spreads

Principles of Fire Engineering for Fire Engineering Design

  • Understand the importance of fire safety and fire engineering
  • Understand the principles of fire engineering design
  • Understand the principles of fire modelling
  • Understand the use and purpose of guidance documents

Fire Engineering Design of Automatic Fire Suppression Systems

  • Understand the principles of automatic fire suppression systems
  • Understand the guidance related to sprinkler systems
  • Understand the methods for testing the levels of fire resistance of materials

Fire Engineering Design of Means of Escape, Occupant Behaviour and Condition

  • Understand the psychological and physiological effects of fire on human behaviour
  • Understand how historic fire events have shaped knowledge of human behaviour
  • Understand how fire engineering design impacts on human behaviour and Safe Egress Times

Fire Engineering Design of Materials, Elements of Structure and Structural Response to Fire

  • Understand the effects of fire on materials and structures
  • Understand the methods for testing the levels of fire resistance of materials

Fire Engineering Design of Smoke Control and Ventilation Systems

  • Understand smoke control and exhaust ventilation systems
  • Evaluate the effectiveness of existing smoke control and exhaust ventilation systems
  • Determine the mass flow of smoke and temperature in smoke layers
  • Design a smoke control and an exhaust ventilation system

Fire Engineering Design of External Fire Spread and External Wall Systems

  • Understand how fire engineering design impacts on the external spread of fire
  • Apply fire engineering design to the external spread of fire and meet functional needs

Fire Engineering Design of Fire Service Intervention Strategies

  • Apply fire engineering design to the access and facility requirements for firefighting
  • Understand how fire engineering design impacts on the access and facilities for firefighting

Who Should Attend

Target Audience and Participants

The ProQual Level 5 Diploma in Fire Engineering Design is designed for professionals seeking advanced expertise in fire safety engineering, performance-based fire design, and regulatory compliance within the built environment. This internationally recognized qualification is ideal for individuals involved in fire protection system design, structural fire engineering, and building safety management.

  • Fire Engineers and Fire Safety Engineers
  • Building Control Officers and Inspectors
  • Architects and Architectural Technologists
  • Structural and Mechanical Engineers
  • Construction and Project Managers
  • Fire Protection System Designers
  • Health and Safety Professionals specializing in fire safety
  • Consultants working in fire engineering and building compliance

Career & Learning Benefits

Skills, Knowledge & Opportunities You Will Earn

  • Enhances professional credibility as a qualified Fire Engineering Design specialist
  • Supports career progression into senior fire engineer and building safety roles
  • Increases employability in construction, engineering consultancy, and compliance sectors
  • Demonstrates advanced competence in performance-based fire engineering design
  • Expands global career opportunities aligned with international fire safety standards
  • Strengthens prospects for leadership positions in large-scale building projects
  • Develops in-depth knowledge of fire dynamics and structural fire engineering
  • Builds expertise in smoke control systems and means of escape design
  • Enhances understanding of active and passive fire protection systems
  • Strengthens skills in fire risk analysis and performance-based design approaches
  • Improves ability to interpret fire safety legislation and building regulations
  • Develops competence in producing compliant, technically sound fire engineering designs

Need More Information?

Frequently Asked Questions Explained

Construction, engineering consultancy, property development, infrastructure, and regulatory sectors recognize this diploma.

It ensures buildings are designed with effective fire protection strategies, improving life safety, regulatory compliance, and risk reduction.

It provides advanced technical competence, international recognition, and strong career advancement opportunities in fire engineering.

Yes, the diploma aligns with international fire safety standards and is valued across construction and engineering industries worldwide.

Enrollment Criteria

Minimum Eligibility Criteria for Enrollment

  • Proficiency in English (reading, writing, speaking)
  • A basic understanding of fire safety principles, structural fire protection, building regulations, and fundamental fire engineering design concepts.
  • Relevant industry experience in fire safety, engineering, construction, or building services is recommended.
  • Age 19 or above

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ProQual Level 5 Diploma in Fire Engineering Design

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