FT 146 — Wildland Tactics and Strategy I Units: 3
FT-146 provides an in depth study of wildland firefighting strategies and tactics used in initial attack, extended attack, and large fire operations. This course introduces students to size up process, suppression methods, tactical decision making, resource deployment, and incident objectives within the Incident Command System (ICS). Emphasis is placed on practical application through simulations, map work, and scenario based learning. Students will apply concepts to real world case studies and prepare for leadership roles such as Squad Boss or Incident Commander Type 5.