Prepare an executive summary on the advantages and disadvantages of fire modeling program
types. Recommend one of the fire modeling programs. The programs are Consolidated Model of
Fire Growth and Smoke Transport (CFAST), Building Research Association of New Zealand Fire
(BRANZFIRE) or Fire Dynamics Simulator (FDS).
Remember that the summary is designed to obtain support for obtaining a fire model program to
assist the organization in fire investigations.
The summary will include the following:
Explain the history and origin of fire modeling.
Describe the different types of computer fire models available.
Define any associated costs with fire modeling programs.
List the general uses and limitations of fire models.
Describe basic use for typical types of fire models.
Identify the uses of fire modeling for your organization, specifically, how this program will
enhance fire investigations in your organization.
Defend your choice with supporting research.
Be sure to include an introduction that sets up the reader to understand which program you are
recommending as well as your main reasons for your recommendation.