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3.00 Credits
Reading and discussion of novels, plays, essays, and poems written by African Americans. Course will include works by authors like Ralph Ellison, James Baldwin, Lorraine Hansberry, Imamu Amiri Baraka, Toni Morrison and August Wilson. Some research required. Prerequisite: ENG 101 and ENG 102
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3.00 Credits
Presented on the sophomore level, this 200-level literature course offers students the opportunity to explore current or emerging topics or types of literature or to focus on specific writers. Two particular course options are Science Fiction and Coming to America and are offered on a rotating basis. Additional topics may be added by the department. Some research required. Prerequisites: ENG 101 and ENG 102
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3.00 Credits
This course is an essential component within the Fire Protection Technology core group. The student is introduced to the field of fire protection technology through a review of tragic fires of yesterday to provide a historical perspective on the development of fire safety practices in place today. Students are introduced to the chemistry and behavior of fire in order to develop an understanding of how technology is applied to detect, control and suppress fire today.
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3.00 Credits
The premise of the course is to provide an introductory understanding of the administrative, management and leadership skills that are required in today's fire and emergency services. To accomplish this goal, the history and past practices of the Fire Service will be examined. An overview of the administration, financial management, human resources, customer service, training, educational requirements, and health and safety issues of the Fire and Emergency service will be explored.
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0.00 - 3.00 Credits
This course is part of the Fire Protection Technology core group. It is designed to introduce the student to methods and techniques of building construction and how building construction impacts both fire behavior and the life safety of building occupants. Students are also introduced to the causes of building failures (structural collapse) and the role of interior finish in fire spread and toxic gas production.
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3.00 Credits
This course examines the importance of building codes promoting the life safety of building occupants. The student is introduced to the nature of human physiological and psychological responses to fire and its by products. Topics include: combustion pharmacology, adaptive and non-adaptive behavior, life safety assessment in buildings, concepts of egress design, the history and origins of NFPA 101 Life Safety Code (a model code), contrasting performance codes and specification codes, fire modeling, and the “defend in place” concept. Historic multiple death fires are also examined for the lessons they offer. Pre-requisite FIR 103
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3.00 Credits
This course is part of the Fire Protection Technology Core group. This course will introduce the student to various chemical and physical properties of solid, liquid, and gaseous materials that contribute to their potential for fire and explosion. Reactivity and health hazards will also be examined. The student will review basic combustion chemistry and chemical terminology. The student will be introduced to identification systems for hazardous materials, transportation practices, storage practices, and fire control strategies for a wide range of flammable and combustible substances. It is part of the Fire Protection Technology Core group. Pre-requisite FIR 101 or permission of instructor.
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3.00 Credits
Students will examine theories of hydrostatics and hydrokinetics, velocity and discharge and water distribution systems, including: mains, hydrants, standpipes, sprinkler systems and fire hoses. Design, testing and use of fire pumps, fire appliances, fire fighting foams and foam systems are also discussed. Pre-requisite FIR 101 and MAT 102
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3.00 Credits
The purpose of this course is to address the uncontrolled environment of the fire service professional. The many uncertain factors that influence the fireground are learned through experience however, pre-incident factors such as training, planning and the experience of the fire officer professional have a tremendous influence on the outcome of the fire scene. The student learns about the influence of the building construction, incident site management and their role in a successful outcome of a fireground incident. Pre-requisite FIR 101 or permission of instructor.
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3.00 Credits
A study of the various types of fire detection and extinguishing systems. Portable fire extinguishers, sprinkler systems and special agent systems are discussed. The operation of municipal and private alarm systems, automatic fire detection systems and guard services are discussed. Pre-requisite FIR 101 or permission of Discipline Coordinator
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