FIRE 101 — Fire Fighter (12 Credits, Fall)
This course is based on the current National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1001: Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications and may lead to International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) certification. It is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills needed to function as an integral member of a firefighting team under direct or general supervision in hazardous conditions. A combination of classroom study, drills, field practice, and training evolutions will prepare students to perform most fire ground functions under the supervision of an officer or experienced firefighter. Topics covered include a Rescue course, Hazardous Materials Awareness and Operations (to include Chapters 6.2 & 6.6 of NFPA 472), Extrication, Wildland Firefighting (Red Card), and Building Construction. This course is delivered on-campus only. Successful completion of all written exams and practical exercises and a passing score on the state certification exam is required for IFSAC certification. PREREQ: Admission to the Fire Service Technology program and PERM/INST. COREQ: FIRE 110 . (7 lecture hours, 15 lab hours, 12 credits)