PSAF 271 - Field Studies in Fire Science and Environment Impact

Institution:

Ivy Tech Community College

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Description:

This is an applied field studies course related to fire disasters, environmental impact and public administration and may include environmental health and safety and hazardous materials issues. Content will vary according to the current field study opportunity, and student must seek regional advisor approval to use as credits toward program completion. Student will travel to federally protected wilderness post-burn areas to study environmental impact, to utilize knowledge of federal, state, and local law as applied to wild land protected areas, residential and local municipalities (before and after fires), study the application of NIMS, utilize field appropriate equipment and technology in research and photography, and perform water and soil analysis. Students are required to attend two training days of wilderness information and skills training (relating to camping, portaging, canoeing, and hiking) prior to the trip. Service learning projects may be included during the field studies.

Credits:

2.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.ivytech.edu

Phone Number:

(317) 921-4800

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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