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3.00 Credits
A study of pertinent properties of water, distribution of pressures in dynamic and static systems, friction loss in hoses and pipes, and factors which influence it. Approximation methods for quick calculation are given, as well as the most technical computations. Effort is directed toward giving an understanding of how good fire streams are developed.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: FFP 1301 or approval of instructor. The curriculum covers the laws, rules, and driving techniques for emergency vehicles, as well as a review of fire service hydraulics. Fire ground evolutions and a driving course make up the practical part of the course. The evolution portion of the course includes the use of pre-connected lines, tandem pumping, drafting, relays, and master streams. The student should have a basic understanding of fire stream hydraulics prior to entering this course. Students must bring gloves and proper attire for water pumping exercises.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: Basic fire science knowledge. Principles of prevention and investigation; fire hazards of various occupancies; fire codes; OSHA requirements for fire protection; surveying and mapping procedures; recognition of fire hazards; engineering a solution of the hazards; enforcement of the solution; public relations as affected by fire prevention and presentation of arson evidence.
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3.00 Credits
Comparison of national, state, and local building and fire codes emphasizing local laws and ordinances pertaining to building construction and design.
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3.00 Credits
A study of fixed and portable systems for detecting, reporting, and extinguishing fires. Comparison is made between the value of detection and the value of automatic extinguishing systems. Study is made of the factors which influence the choice of one of several systems for a given occupancy and the value of each type system. Restoration after use and routine maintenance are stressed.
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3.00 Credits
Investigation of fires for determination of the source of ignition and first fuel, point of origin, direction and rate of spread, and whether the cause was accidental or illegal. Florida arson laws are studied along with procedures for ensuring the admissibility of any evidence found at the scene of the fires, including methods of questioning the witnesses, interviewing, interrogation, and case preparation with stress on recognition of cause and evidence.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisites: Certified fire fighter and basic fire science knowledge. Emphasizes techniques that help a fire service instructor develop skills in curriculum development.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: Basic fire science or law enforcement knowledge This course is designed to show the arson investigator the different forms of matter and energy, common substances, and how they relate to fires. The chemical formulas of flammable and combustible substances, their bondings and separations, as well as the different chemical reactions related to fire and oxidation are covered. Particular emphasis is placed on the specific substance used by arsonists to ignite and accelerate burnings. NOTE: Part of HazMat Tech, Fire Investigator I, Fire Inspector II, and Fire Officer II.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: Work experience as paid or volunteer firefighter. The study of problems of building fires; structural fire elements; fire resistance; surface finishes; fire spread by windows, air conditioning, building elements, and nonstructural elements.
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3.00 Credits
Students will collect and understand data, recognize and evaluate hazards, and utilize equipment necessary to safely perform a confined space rescue; study appropriate measures to ensure compliance with OSHA, NIODH, and other applicable standards and regulations associated with confined spaces.
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