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Course Criteria
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5.00 Credits
Students will learn to analyze jobs and information, then prepare and present related training. Emphasis is placed on planning, organizing, presenting, and testing, using methodologies appropriate to the subject. Topics include: orientation to emergency services instruction, communication, planning and analysis, objectives, learning, assessment, methods of instruction, instructor materials, media, training related group dynamics, classroom management, and the legal environment. Students will have numerous opportunities to apply what they learn.
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5.00 Credits
Study the basic fundamentals of emergency response to hazardous materials incidents, types of chemicals specifically hazardous chemicals. Emphasis is placed on emergency service in combating, controlling, and coordinating a hazardous materials incident.
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5.00 Credits
Emphasis is placed on the shared responsibility of all fire service personnel to prevent fires and fire losses. Topics include: survey of fire prevention activities, conducting basic fire prevention inspections, life safety code, review of local and state laws regarding fire inspection, and review of applicable codes and standards.
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5.00 Credits
Course teaches a proactive approach to fire service injury and loss prevention. Topics include: a survey of fire deaths and injuries, physical fitness, training, station activities, emergency scene activities, post incident activities, accident/loss analysis, safety officers, employee assistance programs, protective clothing, and equipment, insurance, and a review of applicable laws and standards including NFPA 1500.
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5.00 Credits
The course presents an introduction to Fire Service Management. Management theories, responsibilities and concepts are discussed beginning from a historical perspective and leading to practical modern methods. Topics include: organization management, planning for and evaluating community fire protection, program management, managing innovation, financial management, personnel management, training, emergency management, emergency medical systems, community relations, public fire safety education, alternative delivery systems, equipment and buildings, and special operations, and legal aspects of fire service management.
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5.00 Credits
Course begins with the history and theories of the use of water for fire extinguishments then moves to practical application of the principles of hydraulics in water systems and on the fire ground. Topics include: water at rest and in motion, velocity and discharge, water distribution systems, fire service pumps, friction loss, engine and nozzle pressures, fire streams, stand pipe systems, automatic sprinkler systems, fire fighting foams, and the clip board friction loss system.
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5.00 Credits
A review of fire detection and protection systems including: automatic sprinkler systems, portable fire extinguishers, restaurant/kitchen systems, special hazard systems, detection systems and control systems. The applicable laws, codes and standards will be introduced along with regulatory and support agencies
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5.00 Credits
Presents building construction features from the perspective of the fire service with emphasis placed on the use of building construction information to prevent and reduce fire fighter and civilian deaths and injuries. Topics include: principles of construction, wood construction, ordinary construction, garden apartments, principles of fire resistance, steel construction, concrete construction, fire growth, smoke containment, high rise construction, trusses, automatic sprinklers, rack storage, buildings under construction, and pre-fire planning.
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5.00 Credits
This course addresses the area of emergency scene management. It begins with a review of the programs and processes which are the basis for a successful command system, and then moves into the functions of command. Initial and extended response to small and large incidents will be covered. The student will become familiar with "ICS", "Fire Command", and other successful incident management concepts and will make extensive use of fire simulation to practice new skills.
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5.00 Credits
This course begins with the fundamentals of information gathering and report writing as they apply to the fire service then narrows its scope to include specific types of record keeping. Topics include: narrative reports, personnel records, training records, vehicle and physical maintenance records, incident investigation reports, inspection reports, budget documentation, news releases, and applicable laws, standards, procedures and recommendations. A review of the use of computers for each operation will be included as the topics are covered.
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