Fire Science Technology (FIR)

Introduces students to topics such as: fire department organization, firefighter safety, building construction, fire dynamics, extinguishers, and ladders.  Lecture: 3 hours (45 contact hours).

Introduces students to topics such as: personal protective equipment, fire hose practices, and ropes. Lecture 3.0 credits (45 contact hours).

Introduces students to topics such as: communications, structural search & rescue, tactical ventilation, overhaul/property conservation, and fire origin/cause determination. Lecture 3.0 credits (45 contact hours).

Introduces students to topics such as: equipment maintenance, hose streams, community risk reduction, incident command, and forcible entry. Lecture 3.0 credits (45 contact hours).

Introduces students to topics such as: structural fire attack; supporting fire protection systems; vehicle fires; exterior class A fires; foam firefighting; liquid and gas fires; ground cover fires; building materials and dangerous building conditions associated with the effects of fire suppression activities. Lecture 3.0 credits (45 contact hours).

Introduces students to hazardous materials response at the operations level and specialized responses to incidents involving terrorism, weapons of mass destruction, and Active Shooter Hostile Events Response (ASHER). Lecture: 3 credits (45 contact hours).

Introduces students to topics such as: first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, technical rescue awareness concepts, and vehicle extrication. 3 credits (45 contact hours).

Introduces students to a supervised on-the-job work experience related to the student's educational program. Practicum: 3 credits (180 contact hours).

Prepares students with basic knowledge to perform at the Instructor I Level, as defined by National Fire Protection Association Standard 1041. Lecture: 3 credits (45 contact hours)

Prepares students with basic knowledge to perform at the Instructor II Level, as defined by National Fire Protection Association Standard 1041. Lecture: 3 credits (45 contact hours).

Prepares students with basic knowledge to perform at the Fire Officer I Level, as defined by National Fire Protection Association Standard 1021. Pre-requsite: Instructor Consent. Lecture: 3 credits (45 contact hours).

Prepares students with basic knowledge to perform at the Fire Officer II Level, as defined by National Fire Protection Association Standard 1021. Lecture: 3 credits (45 contact hours).

Prepares students with basic knowledge to perform at the Fire Officer III Level, as defined by National Fire Protection Association Standard 1021. Lecture: 3 credits (45 contact hours).

Prepares students with basic knowledge to perform at the Fire Officer IV Level, as defined by National Fire Protection Association Standard 1021. Lecture: 3 credits (45 contact hours).

Prepares students with basic knowledge to perform as an airport firefighter, as defined by National Fire Protection Association Standard 1003.

Prepares students with basic knowledge to perform as an pumper driver/operator, as defined by National Fire Protection Association Standard 1002. Lecture: 3 credits (45 contact hours).

Prepares students with basic knowledge to perform at as an aerial driver/operator, as defined by National Fire Protection Association Standard 1002. Lecture: 3 credits (45 contact hours).

Introduces students to wide variety of topics in patient care at the emergency medical responder level as outlined in the United States Department of Transportation (USDOT) national standard curriculum. Lecture: 3 credits (45 contact hours).

Prepares students with basic knowledge to perform as a hazardous materials technician, as defined by National Fire Protection Association Standard 1072. Lecture: 3 credits (45 contact hours).

Provides advanced study on a selected topic or emerging issue in the fire service. May be repeated to a maximum of six credits under different subtitles. Lecture: 1 credit (15 contact hours).

Introduces students to wide variety of topics in patient care at the emergency medical technician level as outlined in the United States Department of Transportation (USDOT) national standard curriculum. Integrated Lecture/Lab: 6 credits (150 contact hours).

Prepares students with basic knowledge to perform at the Fire Inspector I Level, as defined by National Fire Protection Association Standard 1031. Lecture: 4 credits (60 contact hours).

Provides an overview to fire protection and emergency services; career opportunities in fire protection and related fields; culture and history of emergency services; fire loss analysis; and organization and function of public and private fire protection services. Lecture: 3 credits (45 contacts).

Provides students with an introduction to construction, design of structures, and the components of building construction as related to firefighter and life safety.

Explores the theories and fundamentals of how and why fires start, spread, and how they are controlled. Lecture: 3 credits (45 contact hours).

Introduces the basic principles and history related to the national firefighter life safety initiatives, focusing on the need for cultural and behavior change throughout the emergency services. Lecture: 3 credits (45 contacts).

Provides fundamental knowledge relating to the field of fire prevention including: history and philosophy of fire prevention; organization and operation of a fire prevention bureau; use and application of codes and standards; and fire investigation. Lecture: 3 credits (45 contact hours).

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. Lecture: 3 credits (45 contact hours).

Addresses the Federal, State, and local laws that regulate emergency services and include a review of national standards, regulations, and consensus standards. Lecture: 3 credits (45 contact hours).

Introduces the student to the organization and management of a fire and emergency services department and the relationship of government agencies to the fire service. Lecture: 3 credits (45 contact hours).

Provides the principles of fire ground control through utilization of personnel, equipment, and extinguishing agents. Lecture: 3 credits (45 contact hours).

Introduces students to basic concepts of first aid, such as offering initial care for traumatic and medical emergencies.