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Course Criteria
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4.00 Credits
This course will provide the student with an extensive level of proficiency and knowledge about the tools and equipment used in firefighting. This course also teaches the specifications, capabilities and correct operation of firefighting apparatus. Completion of this course will give the student an intricate knowledge and proficiency in the specifications, operation and maintenance of all firefighting equipment carried on the apparatus, as well as the apparatus itself. Students will work on each unit individually, collecting and studying the specifications for each. The firefighting equipment carried on each unit will be individually taught to the student, and students will have the opportunity to work with each piece of equipment in a hands on lab environment. Prerequisites: FIRE 110 and 120.
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4.00 Credits
In this course the student will demonstrate proficiency in the skills required for the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standard 1001 - Professional competencies for firefighters - Firefighter I. Students will build confidence by having the opportunity to actually perform those competencies and skills taught in previous portions of the class under actual emergency or simulated emergency conditions. Prerequisites: FIRE 110 and department affiliation.
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3.00 Credits
Teaching a course based on the National Fire Protection Association standard 1002 - Professional competencies for fire apparatus driver/ operators. The course is designed to incorporate approximately 46 hours of lecture and 25 hours of lab time. There are student requirements for practical evolution practices outside of the course framework. This includes a valid driver's license (Class A, B, or E) covering fire apparatus to be operated. Requires permission of instructor. Semester offered: On Demand.
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4.00 Credits
In this course the student will demonstrate proficiency in the skills required for the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standard 1001 - Professional competencies for firefighters - Firefighter II. Students will build confidence by having the opportunity to actually perform those competencies and skills taught in previous portions of the class under actual emergency or simulated emergency conditions. Prerequisites: FIRE 120 and department affiliation.
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2.00 Credits
Instructs firefighters with the information and skills needed to recognize conditions that contribute to firefighter injury and fatalities. This includes 16 hours of lecture, and 25 hours of lab time. Topics covered in the lecture/classroom portion include fatality rates, federal mandates, fire ground communication, firefighter entanglement and the formation of RIT teams. Prerequisite: FIRE 110 and 120. Semester offered: On Demand.
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4.00 Credits
Covers such topics as the role of fire officers, safety and wellness of fire personnel. This includes recognizing and managing cultural diversity, problem solving, building construction, community awareness, public relations, fire cause determination, and effective communication. Methods of instruction include lecture, case studies, audio/visual material, student presentations, quizzes and a final exam. Corequisite: FIRE 215. Semester offered: On Demand.
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3.00 Credits
Covers such topics that include human resources management, managing affirmative action, government agencies, budgetary process and information management systems. Also covered are health and safety, public fire education, specialized fire protection equipment, strategic planning and tactics. Methods of instruction include case studies, audio/visual material, student presentations, reports, quizzes, final written exam, and a skills check-off list. Prerequisite: FIRE 260. Semester offered: On Demand.
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4.00 Credits
Instructs students who will operate as a line firefighter. The instructor will maintain contact with the student and guide them to accomplish those functions required in the firefighting career. This educationally based experience will help the student make the transition from training environment to operating as a fully functioning firefighter. Semester offered: On Demand. Requires permission of instructor and department affiliation.
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1.00 - 6.00 Credits
Special or specific topic course to meet the needs of students. Topics and credits are announced in the Schedule of Classes. These courses may be used as electives for associate degree requirements. May be repeated one or more times for additional credit. No more than 6 credits of special topic courses can be used toward a degree.
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1.00 - 3.00 Credits
Course is designed to address a variety of subjects required to meet the needs of lifelong learning students. Not available for transfer or applicable as an elective.
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