Academic Catalog

Fire and Emergency Services (FIRE)

FIRE 101  Principles of Fire/Emer Svcs I  (4 Credits)  
This course provides an overview to fire and emergency services and the role of the Fire Fighter I in the Fire Service; Students will work as part of a team to develop NFPA 1010 Firefighter I level knowledge and skills.
Co-requisite(s): FIRE 102  
Course restrictions: Enrollment limited to students in the AS - Fire Emergency Services or CAS-Fire Emergency Services programs.
Course fee will apply.
FIRE 102  Principles of Fire/Emer SvcsII  (4 Credits)  
This course applies NFPA 1010 Fire Fighter I skills and knowledge to simulated fire scenes. Students will perform simulated fire attack, rescue, and ventilation working as part of a team.
Co-requisite(s): FIRE 101  
Course restrictions: Enrollment limited to students in the AS - Fire Emergency Services or CAS-Fire Emergency Services programs.
Course fee will apply.
FIRE 106  Wildland Firefighting  (3 Credits)  
This course introduces the methods, equipment, and terminology specific to wildland firefighting. This course meets or exceeds the minimum requirements for the National Wildland Coordinating Group (NWCG) Firefighter II qualification as defined in the NW#CG 310-1.
FIRE 110  Hazardous Materials Chemistry  (2 Credits)  
This course is designed to prepare students to obtain certification in awareness and operations level hazardous materials response according to the NFPA 470 standard. This course focuses on identification of hazards and simulations of operations level hazardous materials responses.
Pre-requisite(s): (FIRE 101 and FIRE 102)  
Course fee will apply.
FIRE 131  Fire Apparatus and Hydraulics  (4 Credits)  
This course is designed to prepare students to obtain certification in operation of fire apparatus equipped with a fire pump according to NFPA 1010 standards. This course focuses on safe operation of all systems on a fire apparatus, emergency vehicle driving practices, and water supply systems.
Course fee will apply.
FIRE 202  Fire Fighter II  (5 Credits)  
This course is intended to provide the student with the knowledge and skills needed to operate at the NFPA 1010 Fire Fighter II level including low angle rope rescue and vehicle extrication.
Pre-requisite(s): FIRE 101 and FIRE 102  
Course fee will apply.
FIRE 234  Fire Protection Systems  (2 Credits)  
This course provides information relating to the features of design and operation of fire alarm systems, water-based fire suppression systems, special hazard fire suppression systems, water supply for fire protection and portable fire extinguishers.
FIRE 261  Building Construction I  (2 Credits)  
This course provides the components of building construction related to firefighter and life safety. The elements of construction and design of structures are key factors when inspecting buildings, pre-planning fire operations, and operating at emergencies.
FIRE 270  Fire Prevention  (2 Credits)  
This course provides fundamental knowledge relating to the field of fire prevention. Topics include: history and philosophy of fire prevention; organization and operation of a fire prevention bureau; use and application of codes and standards; plans review; fire inspections; fire and life safety education; and fire investigation.
FIRE 298  Fire Service Internship  (2 Credits)  
This course enhances classroom learning with a real-life work experience at a Fire & Emergency Services organization. The student will report for duty in an approved uniform with proper personal protective equipment. The student will participate in all activities that the firefighters would be expected to perform, including equipment inspections and maintenance, station cleanup, drills, training, fire inspections, and emergency response. The Internship does not include entering any IDLH atmosphere or driving the host organization's apparatus. Official membership or affiliation with a Fire & Emergency Services organization is required.
Pre-requisite(s): (FIRE 101 (may be taken concurrently) and FIRE 102 (may be taken concurrently))  
Course restrictions: Enrollment limited to students in the AS - Fire Emergency Services or CAS-Fire Emergency Services programs.
FIRE 299  Capstone  (2 Credits)  
This capstone course is designed for Fire & Emergency Services students in their final semester of study. Students will complete a research project, refine their resume, and participate in mock interviews that will help them prepare to enter the workforce.
Pre-requisite(s): FIRE 101 and FIRE 102