FSA 107 - Fire Behavior and Combustion

Institution:

Community College of Allegheny County

Subject:

Fire Science Administration

Description:

This course is a study of basic definitions of the physical properties and chemical characteristics applicable to fire; it also discusses combustion, the principles of fire, heat measurement, heat transfer and heat energy sources. Emphasis is on emergency situations and the most favorable methods of handling firefighting and control.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

FSA 102 or equivalent and demonstrated competency of high school level Algebra or equivalent  

Corequisites:

Exclusions:

Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.ccac.edu

Phone Number:

(412) 323-2323

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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