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Course Criteria
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1.00 Credits
Independent study in an advanced topic in electromechanical technology under close supervision of the Electromechanical Technology faculty; conducted primarily in a working lab environment, project requires the student to research information, collect and interpret data, and present the conclusions in written and oral form.
Prerequisite:
EMEC 253
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2.00 Credits
Independent study in an advanced topic in electromechanical technology under close supervision of the Electromechanical Technology faculty; conducted primarily in a working lab environment, project requires the student to research information, collect and interpret data, and present the conclusions in written and oral form.
Prerequisite:
EMEC 253
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4.00 Credits
This course will introduce basic firefighting concepts within the context of emergency response. Topics will include an overview of the fire service, fire service organization, firefighter safety, personal protective equipment, self-contained breathing apparatus, terrorism awareness, fire behavior, fire extinguishers, water supply, fire hose, ropes, and hazardous materials. Exterior fire group operation discussion includes ladders, communications, protective systems/sprinklers, forcible entry, and fire prevention. Students will be required to complete or obtain certificates in Hazardous Materials Awareness, Hazardous Materials Operations, Intro to Incident Command Sys. (IS100) and National Incident Management Sys. (IS700).
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2.00 - 3.00 Credits
This course will introduce concepts related to interior firefighting and emergency response. The course is designed to introduce firefighters to interior fire ground operations including nozzles and streams, self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA), rescur, ventilation, fire suppression, salvage, and firefighter survival. It builds upon concepts from EMGS 104 while providing information and procedures that will integrate and complete basic firefighting and emergency response competency skill sets.
Prerequisite:
EMGS 104
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3.00 Credits
This course will provide an awareness and operations level of information and skills as it pertains to vehicle rescue incidents. Topics will include general vehicle rescue function/operation; incident management of the vehicle accident/rescue incident; vehicle anatomy, design, and construction; recognition and control of hazards relative to a vehicle accident/rescue incident; and the tools and equipment used at a vehicle accident/rescue incident. Additional topics will include, patient access, care, and packaging along with disentanglement; extrication and termination. Students will be required to carry and maintain accident and health insurance and/or workman's compensation and sign a waiver of liability.
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6.00 Credits
This course provides fundamental training required to perform as an emergency service medical personnel and to become certified as an EMT. This skills-oriented course involved extensive hands-on training in the evaluation and treatment of the sick and injured. This course requires mandatory student lab time at a hospital in a clinical setting. Students will be required to complete a PA Criminal Background check, FBI Background check, physical exam, immunization record, and 9 panel drug screen as per clinical affiliation policy prior to starting the hospital patient assessment portion of the course. May not be taken for credit after completing these courses. Additional course fees: $13.00.
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3.00 Credits
This course provides essential information for first responders as it relates to their potential to encounter crime scenes while performing their duties. It will provide information that will allow responders to identify and preserve critical evidence. Investigative techniques are discussed within the context of potential responder participation in the prosecutorial process. The importance of crime scene identification and preservation while supporting law enforcement investigators as they collect and package crime scene evidence is emphasized.
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3.00 Credits
This course provides essential introductory information as it relates to homeland security fundamental principles and practices. Discussion provides operational awareness within the variety of challenges associated with the provision of adequate homeland security measures. Subjects and topics covered will allow students to consider all aspects associated with prevention, response and recovery for actions and conditions associated with threats, acts of terror, disasters or catastrophes. Focus within the context of laws and law enforcement will offer insight to the comprehensive topic of homeland security.
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3.00 Credits
This course introduces the basic concepts of occupational health and safety as they relate to emergency service organizations. Topics include risk evaluation and control procedures for fire stations, training sites, emergency vehicles, and emergency situations involving fire, emergency medical services, hazardous materials response and technical rescue response agencies. Offered fall semester only.
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3.00 Credits
This course is intended to provide basic emergency action planning information while emphasizing the importance of the emergency planning process. Additional subject matter includes history, laws and regulations, common practices, risk assessments, response actions including mitigation and recovery. The phases of emergency management are explored along with the roles and responsibilities of all stakeholders. Offered fall semester only.
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