FT 144 - Wildland Fire Behavior

Institution:

Southern Maine Community College

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Description:

Throughout history, wildland fires have shaped much of the natural landscape in New England as well as the rest of the United States. Relating fire behavior to modern landscapes will help managers make informed decisions about fuel management practices. This class will provide students with an understanding of both the effects of wildland fire on a natural landscape and the expected or predicted fire behavior. Although this class is not a firefighting class, a field component should be expected with the possibility to observe prescribed fire. Prerequisites(s): MAT 020

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.smccME.edu

Phone Number:

(207) 741-5500

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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