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Course Criteria
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2.00 Credits
This course provides a comprehensive and concise overview of the design and operation of alarm and detections systems, automatic fire sprinkler systems, special hazard fire protection systems, and security and emergency response systems. Prerequisites: None.
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3.00 Credits
This course covers the basic objectives of engine company work including the proper supply and use of water to fight fires and emphasizes that the engine companies should be focused on three major tactical priorities on the fire ground: life safety, extinguishment, and property conservation. And the basic objectives of ladder company work including the assignments of conducting a primary search, rescuing victims, forcing entry, and conducting proper ventilation techniques. Prerequisites: FIRE 1020.
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2.00 Credits
This course provides a comprehensive and concise overview of the history and philosophy of fire prevention, the agencies and organization involved in the field today, and the regulatory aspects and functions associated with plan review, inspection, fire protection systems testing, and fire investigation. It also covers the elements of public education and community risk reduction, as well as the logistics of record keeping, staffing, and financial management. Students will also perform two separate 8 hour shifts of ride alongs with a career inspection and code enforcement professional. Prerequisites: None.
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2.00 Credits
This course teaches the necessary skills to protect oneself, fellow responders, and the public from exposure in a hazardous materials incident. Students will learn how to recognize and identify the presence of hazardous materials, the proper protective clothing to use, accepted decontamination procedures, how to establish an Incident Command System, and the proper standard operating procedures to maintain safety at the incident scene. The course follows chapters 4, 5, 6, and 7 of the National Fire Protection Association 472 standard, Standard for Competence of Responders to Hazardous Materials/Weapons of Mass Incidents. Prerequisites: None.
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2.00 Credits
This course introduces the basic principles and history related to the national firefighter life safety initiatives, focusing on the need for cultural and behavior change through the emergency services. Prerequisites: FIRE 1040.
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3.00 Credits
This course covers the objectives based on the National Fire Protection Association's (NFPA) 1001 Standard on Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications chapter 5 Fire fighter II and NFPA 1410 Standard on Training for Emergency Operations in a scenario-based environment. This will prepare students to function at or above the minimum level of training for entry into a fire protection career field. The student will function as a member of a team to accomplish emergency scene goals and objectives. Prerequisites: FIRE 1040.
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3.00 Credits
This course covers the objectives based on the National Fire Protection Association's (NFPA) 1002 Standard for Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator Professional Qualifications. It will define the main types of firefighting apparatus, such as pumpers, aerial apparatus, rescue vehicles, and other support apparatus typically found in the fire service. It provides an overview of apparatus construction, especially fire pumps, apparatus operation, preventive maintenance, and water flow calculations. This course will also serve as an introduction to the duties and responsibilities of a fire apparatus operator. A large portion of this class will involve actual operation of fire apparatus. Prerequisites: None.
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2.00 Credits
This course teaches individuals entering teaching or instructing situations the basic skills necessary to function effectively in a classroom or drill ground setting. Given a lesson outline and resources, the student will present the prepared materials in a classroom and or hand on training session. Prerequisites: None.
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2.00 Credits
This course explores the theories and fundamentals of how and why fires start, spread, and are controlled. Prerequisites: None.
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2.00 Credits
This course will prepare the student for success in acquiring and maintaining a career in the fire service. Students will be exposed to several different experiences and areas of fire suppression while riding with a paid, full time fire department. They will also develop a cover letter and resume, prepare for written and oral examinations, and be presented with information in preparation of a career in the fire and emergency field. Prerequisites: None.
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