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FIRE TECHNOLOGY
(FIRS)
FIRS 70
INTRODUCTION TO FIRE TECHNOLOGY - 3 Units (F)
Class Hours: 54
lecture total
Provides an
introduction to fire protection; career opportunities and related fields;
philosophy and history of fire protection; fire loss analysis; organization
and function of public and private fire protection services; fire
departments as part of local government; laws and regulations affecting the
fire service; fire service nomenclature; specific fire protection functions;
basic fire chemistry and physics; introduction to fire protection systems;
introduction to fire strategy and tactics.
FIRS 71 FIRE
BEHAVIOR AND COMBUSTION - 3 Units (F)
Note: Students
taking the Internet format of this course must have access to, and a working
knowledge of, the Internet and Windows
Class Hours: 54
lecture total (when offered in the Distance Education format, hours will
total 162) This course of study presents theory and fundamentals
of how and why fires start, spread, and are controlled; an indepth study of
fire chemistry and physics; fire characteristics of materials; extinguishing
agents; and fire control. The
equivalent of this
course in content and objective may also be offered on the Internet.
FIRS 72 FIRE
PREVENTION TECHNOLOGY - 3 Units (S)
Class Hours: 54
lecture total
Provides fundamental
information regarding the history and philosophy of fire prevention,
organization and operation of a fire prevention bureau, use of fire codes,
identification and correction of fire hazards, and the relationships of fire
prevention with built-in fire protection systems, fire investigation and
fire safety education.
FIRS 73 WILDLAND
FIREFIGHTER I ACADEMY - 4 Units (CR/NC Only) (S)
Class Hours: 36
lecture/90 lab total
Review of fire
behavior, equipment, and apparatus; cover basic wildland fire fighting
tactics and strategy, methods of attack, and pre-planning fire problems.
Course meets or exceeds the minimum requirements for entry-level firefighter
positions in the California Department of Forestry (CDF) and the United
States Forest Services (USFS).
Note: To be considered for seasonal Firefighter positions by CDF, you must
also hold the following certificates: Hazmat Operations, First Responder
Medical.
FIRS 74 FIRE
PROTECTION EQUIPMENT AND SYSTEMS - 3 Units (CR/NC Option) (F)
Note:
Students taking the Internet format of this course must have access to, and
a working knowledge of, the Internet and Windows
Class Hours: 54
lecture total (when offered in the Distance Education format, hours will
total 162)
Provides information
relating to the features of design 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.
The equivalent of this course in content and objective may also be offered
on the Internet.
FIRS 76 FIRE
HYDRAULICS - 3 Units (CR/NC Option) (I)
Class Hours: 54
lecture/4 lab total
Review of basic
mathematics, hydraulic laws and formulas as applied to the fire service,
application of formulas and mental calculation to hydraulic problems,
underwriters requirements for pumps recommended.
FIRS 79
FUNDAMENTALS OF PERSONAL FIRE SAFETY - 3 Units (CR/NC Option) (I)
Note:
Students taking the Internet format of this course should have effective
computer skills, reliable Internet access, and an email account.
Class Hours: 54
lecture total (when offered in the Distance Education format, hours will
total 162)
This course will
introduce the student to fundamental issues relating to fire fighting safety
and survival. Students will evaluate case studies in which firefighters have
been killed or injured. In addition, each student will be required to give
an oral presentation based on an analysis of a “near miss” fatal fire/rescue
scenario. The equivalent of this course in
content and
objective may also be offered on the Internet.
FIRS 85 FIRE
COMMAND IA - 2 Units (CR/NC Option) (I)
Class Hours: 40
lecture total
This course provides
an in-depth analysis of the principles of fire command and fire control
through utilization of personnel, equipment, and extinguishing agents on the
fire ground.
FIRS 86 BUILDING
CONSTRUCTION FOR FIRE PROTECTION - 3 Units (S)
Class Hours: 54
lecture total (when offered in the Distance Education format, hours will
total 162)
Note: Students
taking the Internet format of this course should have effective computer
skills, reliable Internet access, and an email account.
This course is the
study of the components of building construction that relate to fire safety.
The elements of construction and design of structures are shown to be key
factors when inspecting buildings, preplanning fire operations, and
operating at fires. The development and evolution of building and fire codes
will be studied in relationship to past fires in residential, commercial,
and industrial occupancies. The equivalent of this course in content and
objective may also be offered on the Internet.
FIRS 87 FIRE
COMMAND IB – 2 Units (CR/NC Only) (I)
Class Hours: 40
lecture total
This course covers
company and multi-company fire command issues including wildland fires
hazardous materials incidents and major medical incidents.
FIRS 94
FIREFIGHTER TRAINEE WORKSITE LEARNING - 1-4 Units
Limitation on
Enrollment: During regular semesters, students must enroll in a minimum of
seven units including the Worksite Learning course. During summer sessions,
students must enroll in one other class in addition to the Worksite Learning
course.
Class Hours: 75
hours paid or 60 hours non-paid per unit.
Employment on
approved jobs in the student’s major and supervised by a college
representative to ensure experience is of educational value. Stresses good
work habits through actual job performance. One to four units per semester
depending on hours and nature of job. One unit of worksite learning credit
is granted for each 75 hours paid or 60 hours non-paid on the job activity.
Students must enroll in seven units, including worksite learning.
Note: This course may be repeated three
times for a total of
four enrollments since course content varies and skills are enhanced by
supervised repetition.
FIRS 100 BASIC
FIRE COMPANY OPERATIONS - 2 Units (CR/NC Option)
Class Hours: 18
lecture/54 lab total
To provide the
student with first hand knowledge of actual fire conditions. Student will
learn terminology used in the field, and how to work in the chain of command
under emergency conditions, company procedures, shift routine, and engine
company evolutions. Note: This
course may be repeated any number of times for credit by persons who are
legally mandated to meet training requirements as a condition of continued
paid or volunteer employment.
FIRS 101 FIRE
TECHNOLOGY CAREER PLACEMENT - 1 Unit (CR/NC Option) (S)
Class Hours: 54 lab
total
Designed to assist
the student in the final semester of vocational program to learn interview
techniques, to develop an employment portfolio, and to interview with
several potential employers with the express purpose of assisting the
student to obtain the best employment upon graduation.
FIRS 102
APPRENTICESHIP ACADEMY - 1.5 Units (CR/NC Option)
Class Hours: 18
lecture/27 lab total
This course will
cover hazardous building materials/construction methods, rescue strategies,
ventilation techniques, preplan
methods, cautions
regarding lab fires and instructional techniques for new personnel.
Note: This course may be repeated any
number of times for credit by persons who are legally mandated to meet
training requirements as a condition of continued paid or volunteer
employment.
FIRS 104
FIREFIGHTER I ACADEMY - 21 Units (F/S)
Note: Based on
scheduling and instructor availability issues, this course may meet four or
five days a week with occasional night classes, and additional weekend days
may be required. Preset/ scheduled dates and times may be shifted as needed
to accommodate facility usage, equipment demands, weather, skills
development needs and instructor availability. When dates and times are
shifted, the total amount of required class time will not differ from those
hours listed on the first class handout.
Class Hours: 234
lecture/450 lab total
This course exceeds
the minimum requirements established by the California State Fire Marshal’s
Office for State Certification as a Firefighter I. This academy is an
accredited regional academy approved by the California State Board of Fire
Service. Final certification as a Firefighter I is verified by the State
Fire Marshal’s Office after the student completes the Academy, works as a
Firefighter for one year and has their final paperwork signed by the Fire
Chief of the
Department where
they have worked.
FIRS 105
DRIVER/OPERATOR 1A: EMERGENCY VEHICLE OPERATIONS – 1.5 Units (I)
Note: Student
must provide a fire engine for the driving portions of the course.
Class Hours: 18
lecture/27 lab total
Designed to provide
the student with information on driver techniques for emergency vehicles and
techniques of basic
inspection and
maintenance for emergency vehicles, including actual driving exercises under
simulated emergency conditions.
FIRS 106
DRIVER/OPERATOR 1B: PUMP OPERATIONS – 1.5 Units (I)
Note: Agency must
provide driving apparatus.
Class Hours: 18
lecture/27 lab total
Course provides the
student with the information, theory, methods and techniques for operating
fire service pumps, including: types of pumps, engine and pump gauges,
maintenance, unsafe pumping conditions, pressure relief devices, cooling
systems, water supplies, drafting field hydraulics, and pumping operations.
FIRS 108
FIREFIGHTER II ACADEMY - 5 Units (S)
Note #1: Students
will have to provide their own safety equipment, which meets NFPA standards.
Equipment will include: helmet, gloves, structural fire fighting coat and
pants, boots, eye protection, etc.
Note #2: To
receive a California State Fire Marshal’s Certification, students must have
completed FIRS 104 prior to enrollment in FIRS 108.
Class Hours: 72
lecture/54 lab total
An extended format
of the Firefighter I course with advanced skills. Designed to provide the
Firefighter I with both manipulative and technical skills. Course approved
by the California State Board of Fire Services and California State Fire
Marshal's Office. Upon successful completion of course work, Firefighter II
certification will be granted.
Note: This
course may be
repeated any number of times for credit by persons who are legally mandated
to meet training requirements as a condition of continued paid or volunteer
employment.
FIRS 113 FIRE
CREW SUPERVISOR - 1 Unit (CR/NC Option)
Class Hours: 18
lecture total
The course is
designed to complement existing fire crew captain training by presenting
techniques for supervision of inmates, wards, and residents; conducting
investigations; effective report writing; and understanding the legal rights
of inmates, wards, and residents. The practical application of these
supervision skills will be emphasized using simulated training experiences.
Note: This course may be repeated
any number of times for credit by persons who are legally
mandated to meet
training requirements as a condition of continued paid or volunteer
employment.
FIRS 116 ENGINE
ACADEMY - 3 Units (CR/NC Option) (S)
Note: Students must
have completed the following course prior to enrollment in FIRS 116 in order
to receive a USDA certification; Crew Boss S-230 114, U.S. Forest Operator’s
Permit for Engine Operator F-.
Class Hours: 36
lecture/54 lab total
A course designed to
provide classroom training, field familiarization, and drills of all
water-use and related equipment used in wildland fire suppression. The
student will obtain information, practical experience and a working
knowledge of all water-use and related equipment used in wildland fire
suppression, fire safety suppression tactics, engine company operations
standards. A USDA certificate of training will be issued upon successful
completion of this course.
FIRS 118
INTRODUCTION TO WILDLAND FIRE FIGHTING – 1.5 Units (S)
Class Hours: 18
lecture/27 lab total
This course meets
requirements in the natural resources and fire technology programs. A review
of fire chemistry, equipment, and manpower, basic fire fighting strategy,
methods of attack, pre-planning fire problems, and fire line safety are
included in the course. A. U.S. Forest Service USDA Certificate of Training
(Basic Firefighter's Training) will be issued after satisfactory completion
of this course. Approximately 50 percent of labs will be in the field.
FIRS 119
PREPARING FOR INCIDENT COMMAND - 1 Unit (CR/NC Option)
Note: This course
is designed for the volunteer firefighter.
Class Hours: 18
lecture total
This course deals
with the preparation phase of commanding an emergency incident. Subjects
covered are: Firefighters Survival, Fire Behavior, Fire Flow and
Communications. This course is designed for the professional firefighter.
FIRS 120 INCIDENT
COMMAND SYSTEM ICS 200 - .5 Unit (CR/NC Option)
Class Hours: 12
lecture total
Designed to
introduce firefighters to the Incident Command System. Emphasis will be on
system design principles, components of the system, positional
responsibilities, and the common responsibilities of personnel assigned to
the organization. (This course is a prerequisite to further positional
training under the Incident Command System).
FIRS 123
DIVISION/GROUP SUPERVISOR (I-339) - 1.5 Unit (I)
Class Hours: 27
lecture total
This course covers
training that is needed by staff to perform the position of Division/Group
Supervisor during an emergency situation. The course will teach management
skills within the framework of the Incident Command System.
Note: This course
may be repeated any number of times for credit by persons who are legally
mandated to meet training requirements as a condition of continued paid or
volunteer employment.
FIRS 124 FIRE
FIGHTING IN THE I-ZONE - 2 Units (CR/NC Option)
Class Hours: 40
lecture total
This course is
designed to meet the training needs to initial and extended attack incident
commanders and company officers confronting wildland fires that threaten
life, property and improvements. This course is designed for professional
firefighters.
FIRS 131
HAZARDOUS MATERIALS TECHNICIAN IA – 2.5 Units (CR/NC) (I)
Class Hours: 45
lecture total
An intense
introduction to the nature and behavior of inorganic and organic chemicals.
This course examines the physical and chemical properties of matter, its
atomic structure, salts and non-salts, hydrocarbons and hydrocarbon
derivatives, the forms of energy, flammable and combustible liquids,
cryogenics, and the combustion process. Various laws of chemistry are
discussed as they apply to organic compounds, flammable liquids and gases
and other types of
hazardous materials.
Module 1 of 4 of the Haz-Mat Technician certification series.
Note: To receive a Calif. State Fire
Marshal’s Office (CSFMO) Certification or a Calif. Specialized Training
Institute (CSTI) Certification, the student is strongly encouraged to take
these courses in the following sequence: Hazmat Operations followed by FIRS
131, 132, 133, and 134 in that order. Students who want to receive CSFM or
CSTI Certification will be required to take a supplemental certification
test and pay a certification fee to the CSFMO or CSTI.
FIRS 132
HAZARDOUS MATERIALS TECHNICIAN 1B – 2.5 Units (CR/NC) (I)
Class Hours: 45
lecture total
An application of
the information covered in FIRS 131 Hazardous Materials Technician IA,
including the chemistry and hazards of various materials, chemicals
incompatibilities, and the products of combustion. Provides the technical
foundation for specific operational strategies, field monitoring and
detection devices with an emphasis placed on the
safety associated
with working around chemicals. Module 2 of 4 Haz-Mat Technician
certification series. CSTI certification fees and materials fees will be
charged. Note: To receive a
California State Fire Marshal’s Office (CSFMO) Certification or a California
Specialized Training Institute (CSTI) Certification the student is strongly
encouraged to take
these courses in the
following sequence: Hazmat Operations followed by FIRS 131, 132, 133, and
134 in that order. Students who want to receive CSFMO or CSTI
Certification will be required to take a supplemental certification test and
pay a certification fee to the CSFMO or CSTI.
FIRS 133
HAZARDOUS MATERIALS TECHNICIAN 1C – 2.5 Units (CR/NC Option) (I)
Class Hours: 45
lecture total
A study of the
legal, organizational, technical, and practical aspects of response to
hazardous materials emergencies including the laws and regulations related
to hazardous materials, the use of the Incident Command System, and
protective actions, clothing, and equipment. Examines the Hazardous
Materials Group I depth and the positions are
exercised in a
practical evaluation scenario. Module 3 of 4 of Haz-Mat Technician
certification series. CSTI certification fees and materials fees will be
charged. Course meets CSFM certification requirements and is graded
Credit/No Credit.
Note: To receive a
California state Fire Marshal’s Office (CSFMO) Certification or a California
Specialized Training Institute (CSTI) Certification the student is strongly
encouraged to take these courses in the following sequence: Hazmat
Operations followed by FIRS 131, 132, 133, and 134 in that order. Students
who want to receive CSFMO or CSTI Certification will be required to take a
supplemental certification test and pay a certification fee to the CSFMO or
CSTI.
FIRS 134 HAZARDOUS
MATERIALS TECHNICIAN 1D – 1.5 Units (CR/NC) (I)
Class Hours: 18
lecture/27 lab total
Hands-on training in
tactical field operations with various tools and specialized equipment
involving the collection of evidence, containment methods, and techniques.
Methods for identifying hazardous materials transported by rail car and
highway motor vehicles are examined as well as clandestine drug labs,
pipelines, and fixed facilities. Module 4 of 4 of
Haz-Mat Technician
certification series. Note: To
receive a California Fire Marshal’s Office (CSFMO) Certification or a
California Specialized Training Institute (CSTI) Certification the student
is strongly encouraged to take these courses in the following sequence:
Hazmat Operations followed by FIRS 131, 132, 133, and 134 in that order.
Students who want to receive CSFMO or CSTI Certification will be required to
take a supplemental certification test and pay a certification fee to the
CSFMO or CSTI.
FIRS 135
INTERMEDIATE INCIDENT COMMAND SYSTEM I 300 - 1 Unit (CR/NC Option) (I)
Class Hours: 18
lecture total
A course of study
describing the responsibilities of the organizational elements within each
section of the ICS, staffing
considerations, and
reporting relationships. Note:
While any student can take this course, for National Wildland Coordinating
Group Certification, the student must meet a complex set of prior training,
prior certification, field trainee assignments, previous education
requirements and current employees recommendations for certification (as
stated in the United States Forest Service NWCG 310-I standards). This
document changes frequently. Students shall ensure that they meet the
current NWCG 310-I standards for this course if they desire to receive a
course completion certificate. A copy of NWCG 310-I can be found in the Fire
Technology Div. or at the National Interagency Fire Center Web Site (NIFC.gov).
FIRS 136 ADVANCED
INCIDENT COMMAND SYSTEM I-400 - 1 Unit (CR/NC Option) (I)
Class Hours: 18
lecture total
A course of study
that presents Incident Command System relationships and duties of Command
Staff members, Agency
Representatives, and
activation of the Command and General Staff positions.
Note: While any student can take this
course, for National
Wildland Coordinating Group Certification, the student must meet a complex
set of prior training, prior certification, field trainee assignments,
previous education requirements and current employees recommendations for
certification (as stated in the United States Forest Service NWCG 310-I
standards). This document changes frequently. Students shall ensure that
they meet the current NWCG 310-I standards for this course if they desire to
receive a course completion certificate. A copy of NWCG 310-I can be found
in the Fire Technology Division or at the National Interagency Fire Center
Web Site (NIFC.gov).
FIRS 140 JUVENILE
FIRESETTER - 1 Unit (CR/NC Option) (I)
Class Hours: 18
lecture total
This course will
focus on psychodynamics and treatment options, interviewing techniques,
legal issues, community resources and networking concerning juvenile fire
setters. The target audience for this class is fire service personnel, burn
care professionals, mental health counselors, RNs, social workers,
psychologists, psychiatrists, judicial system personnel and other health
care professionals. Note: This
course may be repeated any number of times for credit by persons who
are legally mandated
to meet training requirements as a condition of continued paid or volunteer
employment.
FIRS 145 LOW
ANGLE RESCUE - .5 Unit (CR/NC Option)
Class Hours: 9
lecture/9 lab total
A course designed to
train firefighters, and emergency medical personnel, in low angle rescue
techniques. Students will learn about equipment, identification, and care.
Note: Students will have to
provide their own safety equipment which meets NFPA standards. Equipment
will include helmet, gloves, structural fire fighting coat and pants, boots,
eye protection, etc.
FIRS 146 STANDARD
FOR SURVIVAL - 1 Unit (CR/NC Option)
Class Hours: 18
lecture total
This course examines
significant areas of firefighter fatalities and injuries associated with
emergency and non-emergency situations. The course addresses causes of
fatalities and injuries, and methods to implement recommended solutions.
FIRS 147 CONFINED
SPACE AWARENESS AND RESCUE - .5 Unit (CR/NC Option)
Class Hours: 9
lecture total
This introductory
level training will familiarize public safety personnel with codes and laws
impacting confined space rescues, define terms, identify hazards, and
prepare them for operational level training.
FIRS 148 RESCUE
SYSTEMS I – 1.5 Units (I)
Note: Students
are required to provide personal safety equipment at a significant cost to
the student.
Class Hours: 18
lecture/27 lab total
 A course designed to
train firefighters, in paid or volunteer fire departments and emergency
medical personnel, in vertical rescue techniques. Students will learn about
equipment, identification, and care, applying techniques, belaying and
raising and lowering the rescue basket, and safety. This course is designed
to train students for vertical or high angle or rope rescue situations.
Students will be required to train at heights of up to 200’ above ground.
FIRS 149
VEHICULAR EXTRICATION - .5 Unit (CR/NC) (F/S)
Note: Student
should be a member of fire or rescue service or currently enrolled in the
Fire Technology Program.
Class Hours: 9
lecture/9 lab total
To introduce
principles of vehicular extrications; use of basic hand tools, rescue tools,
pulling and spreading operations, patient handling, and vehicle
stabilization. Actual practice and application of the methods are taught in
class.
FIRS 151 FIRE
CONTROL 1: BASIC FIRE CHEMISTRY - 1 Unit (CR/NC Option)
Class Hours: 18
lecture total
This course is a
basic overview of fire chemistry and fire behavior designed for the
beginning or volunteer firefighter. Includes classes of fire,
fundamentals of heat transfer, fire characteristics of materials, products
of combustion, hazardous and explosive materials, extinguishing agents, size
up, and exposure protection.
FIRS 152 FIRE
CONTROL 2: STRUCTURAL - 1 Unit (CR/NC Option)
Class Hours: 18
lecture total
A course designed to
provide the student with information, methods and techniques for operating
basic fire fighting tools and carrying out basic fire fighting evolutions.
Areas covered include hose, nozzles, and fitting; ground ladders, self
contained breathing apparatus; pump operations in theory; pump operations in
the field; and the use of fire extinguishers.
FIRS 153 FIRE
CONTROL 3: STRUCTURAL FIRE FIGHTING - .5 Unit (CR/NC Option)
Class Hours: 9
lecture/9 lab total
This course utilizes
the burning of derelict building to provide students with hands-on fire
fighting experience in fire behavior within a building, ventilation; SCBA
use and survival techniques, interior fire attack, exterior fire attack, and
basic fire investigation as it relates to fire fighting.
FIRS 154 FIRE
CONTROL 4: GAS & OIL FIRE FIGHTING - .5 Unit (CR/NC Option)
Class Hours: 9
lecture/9 lab total
Classroom and field
instruction on Basic Fire Control relating to Emergency Operations. To
develop the knowledge & attitude necessary to safely, in emergency and
non-emergency modes, control gas and liquid fires.
FIRS 156 FIRE
CONTROL 6: WILDLAND FIREFIGHTING ESSENTIALS - 1 Unit (CR/NC Option)
Class Hours: 18
lecture total
This wildland fire
fighting course provides information, methods and techniques for the
utilization of: wildland tactics, hand tools, and hoselays; wildland hand
crew operations; and the use of aircraft and bulldozers for wildland fire
fighting.
FIRS 157 FIRE
ENGINE DRIVER TRAINING - 1 Unit (CR/NC Option)
Limitation on
Enrollment: In order to complete the requirements of this course and be able
to participate in the hands-on driving portion of the course, all students
must obtain from the DMV a Class “B” Restricted Firefighter Drivers License
Permit, or possess a valid California Class “B” license, or obtain a
California Class “B” permit.
Note: Fire
engines must be provided by the students sponsoring agency for drivers
training and are responsible for all costs incurred as a result of the use
of the vehicle in the training program including insurance which meets
district standards.
Class Hours: 9
lecture/27 lab total
A course of both
classroom instruction and field application on basic driving laws relating
to a California “Restricted Firefighter Drivers License.” This course is
designed to develop driving knowledge, attitudes, and skills necessary to
operate fire engines safely.
FIRS 158 PUMP
OPERATIONS - 1 Unit (CR/NC Option)
Class Hours: 18
lecture total
A course designed to
develop a knowledge of fire pumps. Subjects to be covered are pumping
principles, practical hydraulics, and the ability to drive apparatus and
operate pumps.
FIRS 159 FIRE
ENGINE DEFENSIVE DRIVING - .5 Unit (CR/NC Option)
Class Hours: 9
lecture total
Classroom
instruction on basic driving laws relating to Emergency Vehicle Operations.
To develop: Emergency Vehicle Operations, driving knowledge, and attitude
necessary to operate their vehicles safely in emergency and non-emergency
modes.
FIRS 160 TITLE 19
& 24 (FIRE TECHNOLOGY) – 1.5 Unit (I)
Class Hours: 27
lecture total
Designed
specifically for fire prevention bureau personnel and others responsible
for, or interested in, the enforcement of Title 19 and 24 regulations of the
California administrative codes. These codes cover public assembly
buildings, such as schools, hospitals, and rest homes. Offered every 3 to 6
years as needed.
FIRS 179 FIRE
ATTACK STRATEGY & TACTICS - 1 Unit (CR/NC Option)
Class Hours: 9
lecture/27 lab total
This course will
overview the technical and practical management of fire ground operations of
commercial and residential structures by company officers. This course meets
NFPA 1021 Standards for Fire Officer I.
FIRS 180 FIRE
MANAGEMENT 1 – 2.5 Units (I)
Class Hours: 45
lecture total
To provide fire
service personnel with the basic understanding of supervision and management
concepts practices, and theories. Designed for both in-service and
pre-service personnel to develop skills that can be used presently and in
future career goals.
FIRS 181 FIRE
INSTRUCTOR 1A – 1.5 Units (S)
Class Hours: 18
lecture/27 lab total
This course will
prepare students to deliver manipulative (hands on) lesson plans within the
fire service training system. Material includes; course development,
constructing behavioral objectives, writing manipulative lesson plans and
theories of learning. Each student must complete two student teaching
demonstrations.
FIRS 182 FIRE
INSTRUCTOR 1B – 1.5 Units (S)
Class Hours: 18
lecture/27 lab total
This course prepares
students to deliver “technical” lesson plans within the fire service
training systems. Topics include; evaluation, test development, test
administration, selections and developing instructional aids and techniques
for presentation instruction. Each student must complete two student
teaching demonstrations.
FIRS 183 FIRE
PREVENTION 1A - 2 Units (S)
Class Hours: 40
lecture total
Designed to instruct
students in the areas of fire prevention functions, responsibilities,
authority for code enforcement. Identify occupancies and building
preparation. Records management, exiting requirements, plan review, and fire
safety education. Course is one of a series for fire officer course work to
meet State of California Fire Officer Certification.
FIRS 184 FIRE
PREVENTION 1B - 2 Units (I)
Prerequisite: A
grade of C or higher in FIRS 183
Class Hours: 40
lecture total
Designed to instruct
student in the operation and inspection of extinguishers, fixed system,
sprinklers, standpipes and alarm systems. Provide technical information on
hazardous materials, flammable and combustible liquids and compressed
liquefied gasses. Course is one of a series for fire officer course work to
meet State of California Fire Officer Certification.
FIRS 185 FIRE
COMMAND 2A – 1.5 Units (I)
Class Hours: 18
lecture/27 lab total
Course prepares the
officer to use management techniques and Incident Command Systems when
commanding multiple alarms or large suppression forces.
FIRS 189 FIRE
INVESTIGATION 1A - 2 Units (CR/NC Option) (I)
Class Hours: 40
lecture total
This course of study
presents theory and fundamentals of fire/explosion investigation techniques.
The course material includes theory of legal search and seizure, burn
pattern analysis, collection of evidence, ignition sources, fire
investigations of structures, vehicles and wildland, report writing, and
testifying in court as a fire cause and origin expert.
FIRS 191 FIRE
INVESTIGATION 1B - 2 Units (I)
Class Hours: 36
lecture/9 lab total
This course
concentrates on fire evidence identification, preservation and collection
including blood stains, paint and fiber evidence, volatile flammables, soil
and gunshot residue, fingerprint/shoe print and the track impressions, etc.
In addition, this course covers interviewing, fire information sources, and
investigation of fatal fires.
FIRS 192 FIRE
INVESTIGATION REVIEW - .5 Unit (CR/NC Option)
Class Hours: 9
lecture total
This is a review
course to update fire service personnel in the latest techniques used in
fire investigation work, and give information on the following: juvenile
fire setter, report writing, evidence collection, preservation procedures,
law and legal problems.
FIRS 197 SPECIAL
TOPICS IN FIRE TECHNOLOGY - .5-2 Units (CR/NC Option) (I)
Class Hours: 9-36
lecture total
This course is
designed to give students an opportunity to explore a variety of topics
dealing with changing knowledge in fire technology. A different topic will
be addressed each time the class is taught and will be listed in the
schedule of classes. Note: Since
subject matter varies each time the course is taught, this course is
repeatable three times for a total of four enrollments.
FIRS 198 SPECIAL
SKILLS TOPICS IN FIRE TECHNOLOGY - .5-2 Units (CR/NC Option)
Class Hours: 27-108
lab total
This course is
designed to give students an opportunity to explore a variety of topics
dealing with changing knowledge in fire technology. A different topic will
be addressed each time the class is taught and will be listed in the
schedule of classes. Note: Since
subject matter varies each time the course is taught, this course is
repeatable three times for a total of four enrollments.
FIRE
TECHNOLOGY/WILDLAND FIRE TECHNOLOGY LOGISTICS (FTWL)
FTWL 102 WILDLAND
FIREFIGHTER SAFETY AND SURVIVAL - 3 Units (I)
Class Hours: 54
lecture total
This course of study
places emphasis on avoiding situations and conditions which have resulted in
fire shelter deployments, serious injuries and fatalities for wildland
firefighters.
FTWL 103 WILDLAND
FIRE OPERATIONS - 3 Units (I)
Class Hours: 54
lecture total
This course of study
presents the command structure and operational processes for ground and air
operations in the control of wildland fires.
FIRE TECHNOLOGY/WILDLAND
FIRE TECHNOLOGY OPERATIONS (FTWO)
FTWO 111
FIREFIGHTER TRAINING S-130 – 2 Units (I)
Class Hours: 36
lecture total
This course of study
is designed to train new firefighters in basic firefighting skills, and the
knowledge necessary to effectively handle wildland firefighting situations.
Note: While any student can take
this course, for National Wildland Coordinating Group Certification, the
student must meet a complex set of prior training, prior certification,
field trainee assignments, previous education requirements and current
employees recommendations for certification (as stated in the United States
Forest Service NWCG 310-I standards). This document changes frequently.
Students shall ensure that they meet the current NWCG 310-I standards for
this course if they desire to receive a course completion certificate. A
copy of NWCG 310-I can be found in the Fire Technology Division or at the
National Interagency Fire Center Web Site (NIFC.gov).
FTWO 112 ADVANCED
FIREFIGHTER TRAINING S-131 – .5 Unit (I)
Class Hours: 9
lecture total
This course of study
provides advanced wildland firefighting training and education for those who
wish to become qualified in the first level supervision position of Advanced
Firefighter/Squad Boss. Note:
While any student can take this course, for National Wildland Coordinating
Group Certification, the student must meet a complex set of prior training,
prior certification, field trainee assignments, previous education
requirements and current employees recommendations for certification (as
stated in the U.S. Forest Service NWCG 310-I standards). This document
changes frequently. Students shall ensure that they
meet the current
NWCG 310-I standards for this course if they desire to receive a course
completion certificate. A copy of NWCG 310-I can be found in the Fire
Technology Division or at the National Interagency Fire Center Web Site (NIFC.gov).
FTWO 117 PORTABLE
PUMPS AND WATER USE S-211 – 1.5 Units (I)
Class Hours: 27
lecture total
This course of study
is for firefighters needing formal training in order to gain competency in
the use of portable pumps and water in wildland fire fighting.
Note: While any student can take this
course, for National Wildland Coordinating Group Certification, the student
must meet a complex set of prior training, prior certification, field
trainee assignments, previous education requirements and current employees
recommendations for certification (as stated in the United States
Forest Service NWCG
310-I standards). This document changes frequently. Students shall ensure
that they meet the current NWCG 310-I standards for this course if they
desire to receive a course completion certificate. A copy of NWCG 310-I can
be found in the Fire Technology Division or at the National Interagency Fire
Center Web Site (NIFC.gov).
FTWO 118 WILDFIRE
POWERSAWS S-212 – 1 Unit (I)
Class Hours: 16
lecture/12 lab total
Wildfire Powersaws
is a required course for those planning to operate, or directly supervise,
the operation of chain saws on wildfires.
Note: While any student can take this
course, for National Wildland Coordinating Group Certification, the student
must meet a complex set of prior training, prior certification, field
trainee assignments, previous education requirements and current employees
recommendations for certification (as stated in the United States Forest
Service NWCG 310-I standards). This document changes frequently. Students
shall ensure that they meet the current NWCG 310-I standards for this course
if they desire to receive a course completion certificate. A copy of NWCG
310-I can be found in the Fire Technology Division or at the National
Interagency Fire Center Web Site (NIFC.gov).
FTWO 128 FIELD
OBSERVER S-244 – 2 Units (I)
Class Hours: 36
lecture total
A course of study
providing the student with the necessary skills to function as a Field
Observer on a wildland fire incident. This course presents an understanding
of the various types of maps used in wildland fire control, map scale and
use in determining location of wildland fire, topographic maps and how to
use them, and be able to perform calculations to determine the size of fire
on a map. Note: While any student
can take this course, for National Wildland Coordinating
Group Certification,
the student must meet a complex set of prior training, prior certification,
field trainee assignments, previous education requirements and current
employees recommendations for certification (as stated in the United States
Forest Service NWCG 310-I standards). This document changes frequently.
Students shall ensure that they meet the current NWCG 310-I standards for
this course if they desire to receive a course completion certificate. A
copy of NWCG 310-I can be found in the Fire Technology Division or at the
National Interagency Fire Center Web Site (NIFC.gov).
FTWO 132
INTERMEDIATE WILDLAND FIRE BEHAVIOR S-290 – 2 Units (I)
Class Hours: 36
lecture total
This course of study
presents the information necessary for the student to be able to function as
a Supply Unit Leader on a wildland fire incident. This course includes
description of the activities of the Supply Unit, what is needed to setup
and staff Supply Unit, organization of and staffing the Supply Unit, and
demobilization Note: While any
student can take this course, for National Wildland Coordinating Group
Certification, the student must meet a complex set of prior training, prior
certification, field trainee assignments, previous education requirements
and current employees recommendations for certification (as stated in the
United States Forest Service NWCG 310-I standards). This document changes
frequently. Students shall ensure that they meet the current NWCG
310-I standards for this course if they desire to receive a course
completion certificate. A copy of NWCG 310-I can be found in the Fire
Technology Division or at the National Interagency
Fire Center Web Site
(NIFC.gov).
FTWO 133 INCIDENT
COMMANDER MULTIPLE RESOURCES S-300 – 1.5 Units(I)
Class Hours: 27
lecture total
This course of study
presents the information necessary for the student to be able to function as
a Food Unit Leader on a wildland fire incident. This course includes how to
determine the method of feeding to best fit each situation, obtain the
necessary equipment and supplies to operate food service facilities at base
and camps, and ensure that all appropriate health and safety measures are
taken. Note: While any student
can take this course, for National Wildland Coordinating Group
Certification, the student must meet a complex set of prior training, prior
certification, field trainee assignments, previous education requirements
and current employees recommendations for certification (as stated in the
United States Forest Service NWCG 310-I standards). This document changes
frequently. Students shall ensure that they meet the current NWCG 310-I
standards for this course if they desire to receive a course completion
certificate. A copy of NWCG 310-I can be found in the Fire Technology
Division or at the National Interagency Fire Center Web Site (NIFC.gov).
FTWO 134
LEADERSHIP & ORGANIZATONAL DEVELOPMENT S-301 – 1.5 Units(I)
Class Hours: 27
lecture total
This course of study
is designed to provide the experienced wildland firefighter with the
communication and supervision skills necessary to perform as a unit leader
on a wildland fire incident.
Note: While any student can take this course, for National Wildland
Coordinating Group Certification, the student must meet a complex set of
prior training, prior certification, field trainee assignments, previous
education requirements and current employees recommendations for
certification (as stated in the United States Forest Service NWCG 310-I
standards). This document changes frequently. Students shall ensure that
they meet the current NWCG 310-I standards for this course if they desire to
receive a course completion certificate. A copy of NWCG 310-I can be found
in the Fire Technology Division or at the National Interagency
Fire Center Web Site
(NIFC.gov).
FTWO 158
FACILITATIVE INSTRUCTOR PMS-925 – 2 Units (I)
Class Hours: 40
lecture total
This course of study
is to provide experienced wildland firefighting personnel with technical
competence in fire management and other disciplines to become effective
adult education instructors.
Note: While any student can take this course, for National Wildland
Coordinating Group Certification, the student must meet a complex set of
prior training, prior certification, field trainee assignments, previous
education requirements and current employees recommendations for
certification (as stated in the United States Forest Service NWCG 310-I
standards). This document changes frequently. Students shall ensure
that they meet the current NWCG 310-I standards for this course if they
desire to receive a course completion certificate. A copy of NWCG 310-I can
be found in the Fire Technology Division or at the National Interagency
Fire Center Web Site
(NIFC.gov). |
