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3.00 Credits
Class hours: 48-54 lecture. Transfer credit: CSU. Theory and fundamentals of fire causation, spread, and control. In-depth study of fire chemistry and physics, characteristics of combustible and flammable substances, unique dangers of hazardous materials, types of extinguishing agents, and fire control techniques. 2133.00
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3.00 Credits
Class hours: 48-54 lecture. Transfer credit: CSU. Design features and operation of fire detection and alarm systems, heat and smoke control systems, special protection and sprinkler systems, water supply for fire protection, and portable fire extinguishers. 2133.00
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3.00 Credits
Class hours: 48-54 lecture. Transfer credit: CSU. Components of building construction relating to fire safety. Effects of construction and structural design as key factors in building inspection, fire operations preplanning, and fire site operations. Evolution of building and fire codes, developed in response to historical fires, in residential, commercial, and industrial occupancies. 2133.00
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1.00 Credits
Class hours: 16-18 lecture. Provides a working knowledge of the Incident Command System (ICS) function, organization, features, facilities, resources, and responsibilities. 2133.50 Provides fundamental information regarding the responsibility and authority for fire inspections, principles and procedures used to correct fire hazards, and occupancy classifications. 2133.00
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2.00 Credits
Class hours: 40 lecture. Prerequisite: Fire Technology 420. Advisory: Course assumes familiarity with firefighting procedures and protocols, as it is designed for certified fire personnel. Non-firefighters are permitted to take the course, however they are ineligible to apply for the State Fire Marshall CFTES certificate upon successful completion of the course. Focus on the codes, ordinances, and statutes pertaining to fire prevention practices in California. 2133.00
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2.00 Credits
Class hours: 40 lecture. Prerequisite: Fire Technology 421. Advisory: Course assumes familiarity with firefighting procedures and protocols, as it is designed for certified fire personnel. Non-firefighters are permitted to take the course, however they are ineligible to apply for the State Fire Marshall CFTES certificate upon successful completion of the course. Special hazards associated with flammable and combustible liquids and gases. Topics of discussion include: bulk storage and handling, transportation of flammable liquids and gases, and more. 2133.00
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3.00 Credits
Class hours: 48-54 lecture. Transfer credit: CSU. History and philosophy of fire prevention, organization and operation of a fire prevention bureau, use of fire codes, and the identification and correction of fire hazards. The relationship of fire prevention with built-in fire protection systems, fire investigation, and fire and life-safety education. 2133.00
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3.00 Credits
Class hours: 48-54 lecture. Transfer credit: CSU. Introduction to the mechanized equipment operated by fire service personnel and the regulations pertaining to its use. Topics include: driving laws and techniques, construction and operation of pumping engines, ladder trucks, aerial platforms, specialized equipment, and apparatus maintenance. 2133.00
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3.00 Credits
Class hours: 48-54 lecture. Transfer credit: CSU. Principles of fire control, through utilization of manpower, equipment, extinguishing agents, and fire command and control procedures. Use of information on building construction types in fire control. Pre-fire planning and the organized approach to decision making on the fire ground. 2133.00
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3.00 Credits
Class hours: 48-54 lecture. Transfer credit: CSU. Principles of hydraulics, hydraulic measurements, engine and hose appliance calculations, discharge and velocity flow calculations, and engine and nozzle pressure determination in field situations. 2133.00
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