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3.00 Credits
A survey course, designed for the novice investor with a rigorous examination of the workings of the financial markets. Among the topics covered are an overview of financial markets from the investor perspective, analysis and valuation of equity securities, fixed income and leveraged securities, mutual funds, and overall portfolio management. Prerequisite: Reading Proficiency.
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3.00 Credits
Basic methods and principles of finance, such as money and banking, financing working capital and fixed capital needs, stocks and bonds, the marketing of securities, and the working of financial institutions. Prerequisite: ACC:110 or departmental approval. Prerequisite: Reading Proficiency.
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2.00 Credits
A study of the description and specification of the various fire department apparatus found in the modern organization, special emphasis is given to manufacturer's specifications, analysis of the various codes and standards of construction and methods of writing specifications for various pieces of equipment. In addition, the instruction covers the principles of care maintenance, and operation of the various types of apparatus including principles of pumping, pumps, and accessories, power development and transmissions and pumping practices. Prerequisite: Reading Proficiency.
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3.00 Credits
Characteristics and behavior of fire found in ordinary materials and special materials such as oils and other combustible chemicals. A review of basic chemistry with emphasis on combustion and internal combustion. Hazards of liquids and gases, special techniques in regard to oxygen supplies. Prerequisite: CHM:114 and Reading Proficiency.
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3.00 Credits
Instruction in management and administration for the fire service including the functions of management, planning, organizing, directing, controlling, the management cycle, motivation, behavioral science, executive development, educational development, and labor relations. Prerequisite: Reading Proficiency.
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3.00 Credits
Inspection surveying and mapping procedures associated with the organization and function of fire prevention. A survey of the various codes and standards; how these various standards are used in inspecting buildings for fire hazards; how to actually inspect a building with respect to existing fire protection equipment-structural details that must be known to avoid undue loss in case of fire. Opportunity will be provided to make at least one complete inspection and report on an operating industry. Prerequisite: Reading Proficiency.
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3.00 Credits
The basic theories of learning and methods of instruction are discussed. The use of lectures, demonstrations, and visual aids as applied to the instruction of fire department personnel is illustrated. Practice is provided in the use of lesson plans, visual aids, tests, and other teaching devices including module on the use of microcomputers as an instructional device. Each student's application of a teaching procedure is critically discussed and evaluated. Prerequisite: Reading Proficiency.
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3.00 Credits
A study of modern fire protection, including water supply, private fire protection methods, chemical extinguishers, and a study of various types of fixed and portable fire detection and alarm systems. This will include municipal, central station, proprietary and local alarm systems; heat, flame and smoke detectors; telephone, teletype and radio systems. Prerequisite: MTH:124 and Reading Proficiency.
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3.00 Credits
Methods determining point of origin, path of fire travel and fire causes; motives and methods for fire setting, recognizing and preserving evidence; arson laws, and types of arson fires, court testimony, reports and records. Prerequisite: Reading Proficiency.
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3.00 Credits
Fundamental strategy and method of attack employed for various fire problems. Principles of fire fighting as applied to small and large scale fire problems and problems that are complex or unique in nature. Some practice with problems involving the use of tactics and strategy that employ equipment and manpower at various organizational levels. Prerequisite: Reading Proficiency.
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