Passive Fire Protection Systems
Passiva brandskyddssystem

VBRF40, 6.0 credits, G2 (First Cycle)

Valid for: 2026/27
Faculty: Faculty of Engineering LTH
Decided by: PLED BI/RH
Date of Decision: 2026-04-09

General Information

Main field: Technology Depth of study relative to the degree requirements: First cycle, in-depth level of the course cannot be classified
Mandatory for: BR3
Language of instruction: The course will be given in Swedish

Aim

The course aims to provide students with knowledge about classifications related to fire protection and testing methods for different building components. The course also provides students with knowledge about the fire behaviour of building materials and about methods and techniques that can be applied when designing passive fire safety systems. The course is also aimed at increasing the engineering-related ability to construct and analyse models.

Learning outcomes

Knowledge and understanding
For a passing grade the student must

• have knowledge of regulations and design methods related to passive fire protection systems and products.
• have knowledge of testing methods for passive fire protection systems.
• be familiar with current research and development work in the field of fire protection.

Competences and skills
For a passing grade the student must

• be able to explain applicable performance requirements and current testing methods for reaction to fire behaviour and fire resistance.
• be able to explain how elevated temperatures affect different building materials.
• be able to design simpler building components for different fire scenarios from a fire safety perspective.

Judgement and approach
For a passing grade the student must

• demonstrate a capacity to make judgements on the applicability of various models to various types of problems.
• demonstrate the ability to clearly present input data and assumptions for calculations.
• demonstrate the ability to identify the need for further knowledge regarding passive systems.

Contents

The course includes:

• Test methods for reaction to fire and fire resistance.
• The impact of elevated temperatures on building materials.
• Regulations related to passive fire protection systems and products.
• Design principles for passive fire safety systems.
• Lab work related to passive fire protection

Examination details

Grading scale: TH - (U, 3, 4, 5) - (Fail, Three, Four, Five)
Assessment:

The final grade is based on a written examination (individual work), home assignments (individual work), and laboratory work reports (group work), and requires active participation in compulsory seminars.

The examiner, in consultation with Disability Support Services, may deviate from the regular form of examination in order to provide a permanently disabled student with a form of examination equivalent to that of a student without a disability.

Modules
Code: 0125. Name: Passive Fire Protection Systems.
Credits: 4.0. Grading scale: TH - (U, 3, 4, 5). Assessment: Written exam The module includes: The course is based on lectures and written exercises.
Code: 0225. Name: Laboratory Work and Homework.
Credits: 2.0. Grading scale: UG - (U, G). Assessment: Home assignments (individual work), and laboratory work reports (group work), and participation in compulsory seminars is also required The module includes: This part consists of seminars and individual assignments. Students work in groups during laboratory experiments. Further information: Active participation is expected in the group work. Each group member must individually be able to present and be accountable for the group work. If a member does not meet the group's expectations for active participation or neglects their responsibilities, the examiner may decide to reassign them to another group or issue a failing grade.

Admission

Assumed prior knowledge: Fire Physics (VBRF35)
The number of participants is limited to: No
Kursen överlappar följande kurser: VBRN60

Reading list

• Nils Johansson: Kurskompendium i passiva system. 2026. Course compendium in passive systems.

Contact

Course coordinator: Nils Johansson, nils.johansson@brand.lth.se
Course administrator: Linnéa Ekman, linnea.ekman@ebd.lth.se

Further information

In group work, active participation is assumed. Each group member must individually be able to report and answer for the content. If a member does not meet the others' requirements for active participation, or disregards his commitments, a decision by the examiner on relocation to another group or a failing grade can be obtained. Some teaching may be conducted in English.

Generative AI may be used in a similar way as other tools used for gathering information. Using the resulting text, figure, code or similar created by a GAI tool is treated as deceptive and is treated as cheating. The use of GAI tools shall be stated in written material for examination. Recommendation on the use of GAI tools is presented on the course area on Canvas.