FIRE TECHNOLOGY

School of Allied Health and Public Safety

FIRE TECHNOLOGY (FIRE)

FIRE-24 WORK EXPERIENCE IN FIRE TECHNOLOGY

1-8 units
CSU Transferable Only

This course enables students to earn college credit for learning or improving skills or knowledge on-the-job in the field of fire science. Fifty-four (54) hours, either paid or volunteer, are required per unit of credit attempted. Students must have an established work site in fire science prior to enrolling in the course. (2/24)

FIRE-30 FIRE PROTECTION ORGANIZATION

3 units: 3 hours lecture.
CSU Transferable Only

This course provides an introduction to fire protection; career opportunities in fire protection 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; and introduction to fire strategy and tactics. (11/16)

FIRE-31 FIRE BEHAVIOR AND COMBUSTION

3 units: 3 hours lecture.
CSU Transferable Only
Prerequisite: FIRE-30.

This course presents the theory and fundamentals of how and why fires start, spread, and are controlled; an in-depth study of fire chemistry and physics; fire characteristics of materials; extinguishing agents; and fire control techniques. (03/19)

FIRE-32 FIRE PREVENTION TECHNOLOGY

3 units: 3 hours lecture.
CSU Transferable Only
Corequisite: FIRE-30

This course 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 safety education and suppression systems. (12/18)

FIRE-33 FIRE PROTECTION EQUIPMENT AND SYSTEMS

3 units: 3 hours lecture.
CSU Transferable Only
Prerequisite: FIRE-30

This course provides information relating to 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. (12/18)

FIRE-34 BUILDING CONSTRUCTION FOR FIRE PROTECTION

3 units: 3 hours lecture.
CSU Transferable Only
Prerequisite: FIRE-30

This course is the study of 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. (12/18)

FIRE-35 FIREFIGHTING TACTICS AND STRATEGY

3 units: 3 hours lecture.
CSU Transferable Only
Prerequisite: FIRE-30

This course relates basic fire chemistry, equipment , and manpower, to fire fighting tactics and strategy, methods of attack, and pre-planning. (12/18)

FIRE-36 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS

3 units: 3 hours lecture.
CSU Transferable Only
Prerequisite: FIRE-30;
One-way corequisites: FIRE-31.

This course presents the theory and fundamentals of how and why fires start, spread, and are controlled: an in-depth study of fire chemistry and physics, fire characteristics of materials, extinguishing agents, and fire control techniques. (12/18)

FIRE-37 FIRE HYDRAULICS

3 units: 3 hours lecture.
CSU Transferable Only
Prerequisite: FIRE-30 or current volunteer, paid call, seasonal or full-time firefighter for a certified fire protection department.

This course is a basic review of mathematics, hydraulic laws and formulas, and water supply and pump requirements as applied to fire service. (11/16)

FIRE-40 PRINCIPLES OF FIRE AND EMERGENCY SERVICES SAFETY AND SURVIVAL

3 units: 3 hours lecture.
CSU Transferable Only
Prerequisite: FIRE-30.

This course 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. (10/16)

FIRE-47A FIRE INVESTIGATION - 1A

2 units: 36 total hours lecture.
CSU Transferable Only
Prerequisite: FIRE-30 or current volunteer, paid call, or seasonal or full-time firefighter for a certified fire protection department.

This course is an introduction to arson, laws related to arson, types of incendiary fires, and methods of determining fire cause and recognizing and preserving evidence. A special emphasis will be placed on report-writing techniques. (11/18)

FIRE-47B FIRE INVESTIGATION - 1B

2 units: 36 total hours lecture.
CSU Transferable Only
Prerequisite: FIRE-47A

This course covers evidence related to arson and fire deaths, interviewing, and interrogating. Investigation of structure, wildland, and vehicle fires are covered as well as fire scene documentation; search and seizure laws are also covered. (11/18)

FIRE-58 FIREFIGHTER BASIC SKILLS

9 units: 7.5 hours lecture, 4.5 hours lab.
Limitation on Enrollment: Must pass requirements for the volunteer agency representing.

Provides the firefighter with basic knowledge of fire behavior and control and basic skills to safely perform essential fire ground tasks with minimal supervision. Student must supply instructor-approved personal protective equipment (required instructional supply).(02/22)

FIRE-63A BASIC FIREFIGHTER I, ACADEMY A

8 units: 7 hours lecture, 54 hours lab TBA.
Limitation on enrollment: Physician’s clearance for strenuous activity.
Prerequisite: FIRE-30 and/or Existing Paid Call (Volunteer) Firefighter.

This course provides manipulative and technical training in basic concepts of fire department organization, miscellaneous equipment and tools, fire behavior and extinguishment theory, fire fighter safety, self-contained breathing apparatus, and portable fire extinguishers. The course also provides training in ropes, knots, hitches, hoses, nozzles, appliances, ground ladders, forcible entry, and confined space rescue. Students must supply instructor-approved personal protective equipment (required instructional material). (09/19)

FIRE-63B BASIC FIREFIGHTER I, ACADEMY B

8 units: 7 hours lecture, 54 hours lab TBA.
Limitation on enrollment: Physician’s clearance for strenuous activity.
Prerequisite: FIRE-63A

This course provides manipulative and technical training in basic concepts of ventilation, fire control, salvage and overhaul operations, fire protection water systems, fire protection systems, fire prevention and investigation, communications, vehicle extrication, wildland fire fighting, urban interface, and hazardous materials. (09/19)

FIRE-65C WILDLAND FIREFIGHTING STRATEGY & TACTICS

1 unit: 1 hour lecture.
Prerequisite: FIRE-30 or Existing Paid Call (Volunteer) Firefighter.

This course stresses the fundamentals of initial-attack wildland firefighting and how to apply wildland firefighting strategy and tactics during the suppression effort which also includes live fire control. Must have instructor approved fire protective gear. (09/19)

FIRE-65E INTRODUCTION TO HAZARDOUS MATERIALS AWARENESS

0.5 unit: 0.5 hour lecture.
Prerequisite: FIRE-30 or Existing Paid Call (Volunteer) Firefighter.

This course is a general introduction to hazardous materials awareness with emphasis on placards, identification and recognition, decision-making in emergencies, detecting hazardous materials presence, and estimating the likely harm without intervention. (10/19)

FIRE-65F HAZARDOUS MATERIALS – FIRST RESPONDER OPERATIONS (H M F.R.O.)

1 unit: 20.7 total hours lecture.
Prerequisite: Existing Paid Call (Volunteer) Firefighter
Advisories: FIRE-30.

This course covers how hazardous materials can harm people, the environment, and property, and how the first responder may use clues to recognize a hazardous materials incident and implement actions to protect themselves and the public. (09/19)

FIRE-65G FIRSTRESPONDEROPERATIONS–DECONTAMINATION (DECON FRO)

0.5 unit: 0.5 hour lecture.
Advisories: FIRE-30 or current volunteer, paid call, or seasonal or full-time firefighter for a certified fire protection department, FIRE-65F.

This course covers how to safely and competently perform “Fully/ Primary” decontamination in at least “Level B” personal protective equipment based on agency or generic Decon SOP. This course builds upon FRO competencies to perform decontamination functions within the contamination reduction zone. (09/19)

FIRE-66D EQUIPMENT OPERATOR FOR VOLUNTEER FIREFIGHTERS

2 units: 2 hours lecture.
Limitation on enrollment: Full-time firefighter or minimum of one continuous year as a paid-call firefighter; valid California Class B (commercial or firefighter) permit with tank and air brake endorsements. If the student has a commercial California Driver’s License, it must indicate manual transmission and have a current health questionnaire.
Prerequisite: FIRE-30 or current volunteer, paid call, or seasonal or full-time firefighter for a certified fire protection department.

This course provides the firefighter with basic knowledge of radio communications use regarding size-up and report conditions. Forms and reports related to operating equipment and incidents are covered as well as emergency equipment placement, and strategy and tactics for structure, wildland, and vehicle fires. Auto extrication and defensive driving and pump theory are included. (09/19)

FIRE-67A LOW-ANGLE ROPE RESCUE, OPERATIONAL

1 unit: 1 hour lecture.
Prerequisite: FIRE-30

This course is designed to introduce the novice to the basics of equipment nomenclature, rope design and construction, care and maintenance, and knots and webbing as they apply to rope rescue emergencies. (09/19)

FIRE-67B AUTO EXTRICATION

0.5 unit: .5 hours lecture.
Prerequisite: FIRE-30 or currently a paid call, seasonal, or full-time firefighter.

This course provides classroom instruction of vehicle rescue concepts. It introduces students to common vehicle rescue tools and hands-on practice of basic techniques used to free persons entrapped in vehicles as a result of traffic collisions. To successfully complete the skills portion, students must have the ability to lift tools that may weigh in excess of 50 pounds and perform other rigorous physical tasks. Students must supply instructor approved personal protective equipment (required instructional material) equivalent to that of a structural firefighting ensemble. This shall, at a minimum, include a helmet with face shield and/or goggles, leather gloves, turnout coat and pants, and turnout boots (or steel toed lace-up leather boots at least 8” in height with lugged soles). (09/19)

FIRE-68B BASIC INCIDENT COMMAND SYSTEM (I-200)

1 unit: 1 hour lecture.
Limitation on enrollment: Instructor-verified ICS (I-100) completion.

This course is designed for the entry-level and veteran firefighter. The subject matter relates to principles and features of ICS, organization, incident facilities, incident resources and responsibilities associated with ICS Assignments. Student must have instructor verified ICS (1- 100) completion. (09/19)

FIRE-68C INCIDENT COMMAND SYSTEM - INTERMEDIATE (I-300)

1.5 units: 1.5 hours lecture.
Prerequisite: FIRE-68B

This course is designed for the entry-level and veteran firefighter. The subject matter relates to organization and staffing for incidents or events, incident resources management, air operations, and incident event planning. (11/17)

FIRE-68D ADVANCED INCIDENT COMMAND SYSTEM (I-400)

2 units: 2 hours lecture.
Prerequisite: FIRE-68C

This is an advanced course in the Incident Command System. This course is designed for senior personnel who are expected to perform in a management capacity in an Area Command or multi-agency coordination system. This course is designed to provide overall incident management skills rather than tactical expertise. (11/18)

FIRE-69A FIRST RESPONDER MEDICAL

2.5 units: 2.5 hours lecture.
Prerequisite: FIRE-30 or currently a paid call, seasonal, or full-time firefighter.

This course is designed to meet the state requirements for emergency medical personnel. The course relates to patient assessment, cardiovascular systems, fractures, splinting, childbirth, and environmental emergencies. (09/19)

FIRE-69B FIRST RESPONDER RE-CERTIFICATION

1.5 units: 1.5 hours lecture.
Limitation on enrollment: Must possess a current valid CPR card in Basic Life Support of Health Care Providers (or equivalent) as outlined by the American Heart Association.
Prerequisite: FIRE-69A

This course is designed to meet the state re-certification requirements for emergency medical personnel. The course relates to patient assessment, cardiovascular systems, fractures, splinting, childbirth and environmental emergencies. Must possess a current valid CPR card in Basic Life Support of Health Care Providers. (11/18)

FIRE-71A FIRE INSTRUCTOR I

2.25 units: 40.5 total hours lecture.
Prerequisite: FIRE-30 or current volunteer, paid call, or seasonal or full-time firefighter for a certified fire protection department.

This course is designed for the fire company officer who conducts in-service training programs. The course provides a variety of methods and techniques to help personnel select, develop and organize material for in-service programs. Methods of evaluation and opportunity to apply the major principles of learning through demonstrations are stressed. The course is certified by the office of the California State Fire Marshal. (11/18)

FIRE-71B FIRE INSTRUCTOR II

2 units: 2 hours lecture.
Prerequisite: FIRE-71A.

This course is designed for the fire company officer who conducts in-service training programs. The course provides instruction in the use of visual aids, test construction, and teaching demonstrations. The successful completion of this course and the State Fire Marshal’s examination will result in State certification. (11/18)

FIRE-72A FIRE COMMAND I -- MODULE A

2 units: 40 total hours lecture.
Prerequisite: FIRE-73A.

This course is designed to provide the fire company officer with information and experience in command and control techniques at the scene of an emergency. (11/18

FIRE-72B FIRE COMMAND I -- MODULE B

2 units: 40 total hours lecture.
Prerequisite: FIRE-72A.

This course is designed to provide the fire company officer with information and experience in command and control techniques at the scene of a hazardous materials emergency. (11/18)

FIRE-73A FIRE INSPECTOR 1A

2 units: 40 total hours lecture.
Prerequisite: FIRE-30 or current volunteer, paid call, or seasonal or full-time firefighter for a certified fire protection department.

This course provides students with a basic knowledge of the roles and responsibilities of a Fire Inspector I including legal responsibilities and authority, codes and standards, the inspection process, confidentiality and privacy requirements, and ethical conduct, and administrative tasks including preparing inspection reports, recognizing the need for a permit or plan review, investigating common complaints, and participating in legal proceedings. (10/17)

FIRE-73B FIRE INSPECTOR 1B

2 units: 40 total hours lecture.
Prerequisite: FIRE-73A.

This course provides students with a basic knowledge of fire and life safety aspects related to the roles and responsibilities of a Fire Inspector I including building construction, occupancy classifications, occupancy load, means of egress, hazardous conditions, fire growth potential, fire flow, and emergency planning and preparedness measures. (10/17)

FIRE-75 FIRE MANAGEMENT I - MANAGEMENT FOR COMPANY OFFICERS

2 units: 40 total hours lecture.
Prerequisite: FIRE-30 or current volunteer, paid call, or seasonal or full-time firefighter for a certified fire protection department.

This course will provide instruction to improve the student’s managerial effectiveness and will require demonstration of growth and development in the use of managerial skills. The course will stress resource identification and utilization. (11/18)

FIRE-76A FIRE APPARATUS DRIVER/OPERATOR 1A (EMERGENCY VEHICLE OPERATIONS)

2 units: 40 total hours lecture.
Prerequisites: FIRE-63A, FIRE-63B.
Limitation on enrollment: Must possess a valid California Drivers License, Class B, firefighter restricted (minimum); must be physically fit per department standards; must not have a hearing loss of 25 decibels or more in 3 of 4 frequencies; must have vision better than, or corrected to, far visual acuity of 20/30 with contact lenses or spectacles; and must be a paid call, volunteer, or full-time firefighter at a certified fire protection agency.

This course will provide fire service personnel with knowledge of the laws and requirements that pertain to emergency vehicle operation, basic maintenance and troubleshooting, and documentation of fire apparatus. (11/18)

FIRE-76B FIRE APPARATUS DRIVER/OPERATOR 1B (PUMP OPERATIONS)

2 units: 40 total hours lecture.
Prerequisite: FIRE-76A
Limitation on enrollment: Must possess a valid California Drivers License, Class B, firefighter restricted (minimum); must be physically fit per department standards; must not have a hearing loss of 25 decibels or more in 3 of 4 frequencies; must have vision better than, or corrected to, far visual acuity of 20/30 with contact lenses or spectacles; and must be a paid call, volunteer, or full-time firefighter at a certified fire protection agency.

This course will provide fire service personnel with information on pump construction, theory of pump operation, and methods for performing basic hydraulics. Further, students will receive information and techniques on basic inspections, documentation, maintenance, and troubleshooting fire pumps. This course provides the student with information on pump construction and theory of pump operations. Topics include methods for performing basic hydraulics and techniques on basic inspections, documentation, maintenance, and troubleshooting fire pumps. Each student also has the opportunity to increase his or her pumping skills during simulated pumping conditions. (11/18)