Firefighter I
Requires Medical Clearance
Must be submitted prior to the first class session.
Instructional Hours: 150.00
This course has a Canvas component which requires internet access.
Course Description: Major topics covered in this course are the fire department organization; communications; the incident command system; ropes and knots; fire behavior; safety; fire prevention; personal protective equipment; fire extinguishers; respiratory protection; ventilation; hose lines; forcible entry; search and rescue procedures; and ladder and sprinkler systems. This course includes team-focused practical exercises.
This class will require additional student work outside of normal class hours to include, but not limited to; take-home assignments, PTIs, study guides, and assigned readings from the textbook. This may also include coursework that must be completed prior to the first class session.
Prerequisites
There are no prerequisites for this course.