Fire and Explosion Hazards Analysis

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Fire and Explosion Hazards Analysis

This course is part of Chemical Hazards and Process Safety Specialization

Instructor: Jason White

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4 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

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8 hours to complete

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4 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

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8 hours to complete

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There are 4 modules in this course

Embark on a transformative journey into the heart of process safety and risk analysis with our comprehensive course tailored for chemical engineers. Delve deep into the intricate world of fire and explosion hazards, where you'll apply a systematic approach for estimating damages caused by explosions. Our course doesn't stop there; it empowers you with crucial strategies to prevent and effectively manage these hazards, safeguarding both assets and lives.

At the end of this module, you will be able to describe conditions that could result in fires and explosions. You will be able to characterize the flammability of gases and liquids and you will be able to estimate flammability parameters for mixtures.

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7 videos3 readings1 assignment2 discussion prompts

7 videos Total 37 minutes

Course Introduction 3 minutes
Module 1 Introduction 1 minute
Why Study Fire and Explosions Hazards? 4 minutes
The Fire Triangle 4 minutes
Preventing Fires 5 minutes
Flammability Limits 11 minutes
Flammability Limits and Parameters for Mixtures 8 minutes

3 readings Total 35 minutes

A Note From UC Davis 10 minutes
Try It Problem! 15 minutes
Solution 10 minutes

1 assignment Total 30 minutes

Module 1 Assignment 30 minutes

2 discussion prompts Total 25 minutes

Learning Goals 10 minutes
PCA Louisiana Pulp and Paper Mill Case Study 15 minutes

At the end of this module, you will be able to construct flammability diagrams and apply flammability diagrams to make predictions about flammable conditions. You will also be able to describe risks associated with sprays, dusts, and mists.

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5 videos1 reading1 assignment1 discussion prompt

5 videos Total 36 minutes

Module 2 Introduction 2 minutes
Flammability Diagram Construction 19 minutes
Example Using Flammability Diagram 10 minutes
Flammability of Dusts and Mists 4 minutes
Methanol Flammability Diagram Solution 0 minutes

1 reading Total 20 minutes

Try It Problem! 20 minutes

1 assignment Total 30 minutes

Module 2 Assignment 30 minutes

1 discussion prompt Total 20 minutes

Imperial Sugar Case Study 20 minutes

At the end of this module, you will be able to describe the nature of explosions and be able to estimate damage due to explosions. You will also be able to use lessons from past chemical process safety incidents to inform the implementation of safer solutions and work practices.

What's included

7 videos4 readings1 assignment

7 videos Total 40 minutes

Module 3 Introduction 2 minutes
Characterizing Explosions 6 minutes
TNT Equivalency Method 8 minutes
Example 1 Using TNT Equivalency Method 6 minutes
Example 2 Using TNT Equivalency Method 6 minutes
Estimating Blast Damage to People 10 minutes
Boiling Liquid Expanding Vapor Explosions (BLEVEs) 2 minutes

4 readings Total 55 minutes

Flixborough Explosion Case Study 20 minutes
Boiling Liquid Expanding Vapor Explosions (BLEVEs) 5 minutes
Try It Problem! 20 minutes
Solution 10 minutes

1 assignment Total 30 minutes

Module 3 Assignment 30 minutes

At the end of this module, you will be able to determine procedures for taking vessels into and out of service using inerting. You will be able to describe static electricity ignition hazards and their controls. You will also be able to propose control measures to prevent fires and explosions.

What's included

8 videos1 assignment2 discussion prompts

8 videos Total 42 minutes

Module 4 Introduction 2 minutes
Inerting 9 minutes
Purge Cycles 9 minutes
Example 1 of Using Inerting 4 minutes
Example 2 of Using Inerting 6 minutes
Static Electricity Hazard 5 minutes
Control Measures for Fires and Explosions 5 minutes
Course Summary 2 minutes

1 assignment Total 30 minutes

Module 4 Assignment 30 minutes

2 discussion prompts Total 30 minutes

Barton Solvents Case Study 20 minutes
Self-Reflection 10 minutes

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Jason White

University of California, Davis

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Reviewed on Aug 30, 2024

This course is perfectly designed to make the learners to understand all the basics of Chemical Process Safety. The trainer is very qualified and makes every topic easy to understand.

Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026

It was a difficult course that expanded my understanding of fire and explosions beyond that of an operational view, to include scientific approach and depth in causation.

Reviewed on Oct 31, 2025

thank you coursera.. thank you california university ... thank you Mr.Davis

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