Program Overview

Introduction to the Microcredencial in Fire Resistant Buildings

Modern societies have sought to limit the risks associated with urban fires through adequate regulations that aim to contribute to the preservation of human life, the environment, and cultural heritage. In Europe, for example, the Regulation (EU) No 305/2011, with regard to fire safety, establishes that the construction works must be designed and built in such a way that in the event of an outbreak of fire:

• the load-bearing capacity of the construction can be assumed for a specific period of time;
• the generation and spread of fire and smoke within the construction works are limited;
• the spread of fire to neighbouring construction works is limited;
• occupants can leave the construction works or be rescued by other means;
• the safety of rescue teams is taken into consideration.

Coordination and Department

The program is coordinated by Paulo Jorge de Melo Matias Faria de Vila Real and is associated with the Department of Civil Engineering.

Study Programme Details

Duration

The duration of the program is 12 weeks.

Mode

The program is offered in B-learning/evening mode.

Course

The course is a Microcredencial.

Tuition Fees

• National/EU student tuition fee for 2024/2025: 80
• International tuition fees for 2024/2025: 80

Scientific Areas

The program falls under the scientific areas of:

• 580 - Architecture and Construction
• 582 - Civil Construction and Civil Engineering

Teaching Language

The teaching language for the program is Portuguese.

Admissions

The course is currently without an active applications phase.