FIRE 125 — Fire Occupations Practicum
This course, one in a continuous series of Service Learning courses, provides the Fire Science Technology student with experiential learning opportunities in the field of fire protection. Service Learning credits are available to the student for each semester with a maximum of four credits awarded. The student will live at an area fire station and become a fully participating member of that department. The student will learn and practice job responsibilities in the functional areas of fire suppression, fire prevention, equipment maintenance, and facility maintenance. The student will keep a log of his/her activities and reflect on experiences in regular group meetings. This course is available only to full time, matriculated Fire Science Technology students participating in the Southern Maine Community College Live -In Program and may be taken up to four times for credit. Prerequisite(s): FIRE or EMSP program acceptance Corequisite(s): none