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Fire Science Course Descriptions
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FSC 100 
Introduction to Fire Science
3 credits
Offered upon request
The primary intent of this course is to acquaint new firefighters with history,
traditions, terminology, organization and operation of the service.
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FSC 101
Fire Department Operations I
6 credits
Offered upon request
This course is the introductory Fire Science course, primarily designed
for new fire department recruits. The course covers all aspects of fire department
operations, including equipment and personnel policies. Preparation for
State Fire Marshall’s Fire Fighter certification.
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FSC 102
Fire Department Operations II
5 credits
Offered upon request
Prerequisite: Prior or concurrent enrollment in FSC 101 required
This is the advanced firefighting course, primarily designed for new fire department
recruits. Emphasis is on the chemistry of fire, building construction,
administrative policies, and techniques of firefighting. Preparation for State
Fire Marshall’s Fire Fighter certification.
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FSC 105
Firefighter Safety and Survival
2 credits
Offered upon request
To improve firefighter safety on the fireground and emergency medical scenes.
FSC 106
Hazardous Materials First Responder
2 credits
Offered upon request
The purpose of this course is to address the behavior and dangers of hazardous
materials. Emphasis will be commonly encountered chemicals and factors
which impact a responder’s decisions at the scene.
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FSC 110
Fire Hydraulics
2 credits
Offered upon request
Fireground operations covering basic formulas for determining fire pump discharge
pressures, the laws of pressure and hydraulics associated with fire systems.
FSC 115
Rescue Practices for Fire Service
3 credits
Offered upon request
Introduction to skills necessary to assess, extricate, and care for victims
in emergency situations. This course also includes an overview of fire service-based
rescue, rescue operations and incident management, and civilian versus firefighter
rescue. Also includes an overview of technical rescues.
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FSC 120
Fire Apparatus and Equipment
3 credits
Offered upon request
This course will familiarize the student with automotive apparatus (pumpers,
aerial ladders, lift platforms, hose wagons, transports and utility vehicles),
water towers, heavy auxiliary mechanical equipment and appliances, generators,
compressors, rescue and forcible entry tools and cutting torches.
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FSC 125
Driver Operator for Fire Equipment
3 credits
Offered upon request
This course will teach the techniques for driving and handling fire vehicles.
Includes safe operating procedures, defensive driving, apparatus inspection,
training in emergency maneuvers, and the key components of the driving system.
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FSC 130
Fundamentals of Fire Prevention
3 credits
Offered upon request
Introduction to the principles of fire prevention. Includes authority,
responsibility and organization of fire prevention, inspection procedures and
reports, fire hazard recognition, building construction, and occupancy classifications.
Also includes site access and means of egress, water-based fire protection and
water supply systems, portable extinguishers, special agent, extinguishing systems,
and fire detection and alarm systems, plans review, hazardous materials and
flammable and combustible liquids, and storage, handling, and use of other hazardous
materials.
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FSC 135
Strength and Fitness for Fire Service
2 credits
Offered upon request
The course offers the students the aspects of fitness for fire fighting. Students
will learn how to develop strength, cardiovascular endurance and flexibility
in a participatory learning environment. Course sessions will address aerobic
and strength training, proper lifting, warm-up and flexibility techniques, training
principles and elements of wellness. Proper handling of fire service equipment
will be introduced.
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FSC 140
Fire Protection Systems
3 credits
Offered upon request
In this course the student will learn the principles of fire protection systems.
Includes portable and fixed fire extinguishing equipment, automatic sprinkler
and deluge systems, rate of temperature rise and smoke detecting devices and
alarm systems.
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FSC 145
Arson Detection and Investigation
3 credits
Offered upon request
Basic principles of arson investigation. Includes an introduction to fire
investigation, laws, fire causes, determining point of origin, evidence, fire
setters, case investigation and preparation, and courtroom demeanor and testimony.
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FSC 150 
Basic Wildland Firefighting
3 credits
Offered upon request
The course is presented through a series of lectures, field and sand table
exercises. Includes the factors that affect wildland fire behavior, the start
and spread of fires, how topography, slope and weather elements affect fire
behavior and how to recognize dangerous situations on the fireline.
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FSC 155
Advanced Wildland Firefighting
3 credits
Offered upon request
Prerequisite: FSC 150
This course is designed to instruct prospective fireline supervisors in
wildland fire behavior for effective and safe fire management operations.
After completion of the course, students will be able to determine basic input
data of terrain, fuels, and weather required for understanding fire behavior
for various times of the day or night. They will also be able to describe
the causes of extreme fire behavior conditions (spotting, crowning, fire whirl)
due to weather, fuels, and/or topography.
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FSC 160
Enhanced Fitness Activities for Fire Science
3 credits
Offered upon request
Progress in this course is assessed using baseline physical fitness measurements
and comparing them to post-physical fitness measurements at the end of the
semester. The same tests are used for baseline and post-physical fitness testing:
3-minute step test, sit-ups, push-ups and sit-and-reach flexibility test. Each
student is required to show improvements in all physical fitness test performances
after a semester of regular aerobic, strength-training and flexibility workouts.
There is no threshold level that students need to reach in order to “pass” their
tests. Attendance is required for regularly scheduled workouts.
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FSC 170
Firefighting Tactics and Strategy
3 credits
Offered upon request
Methods of coordinating personnel, equipment, and apparatus on the fireground.
Practical methods of controlling and extinguishing structural, and other types
of fires. Includes simulation exercises. Recommend completion of
FSC 101 and FSC 102 or be a current member of a Fire Department.
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FSC 175
Building Construction for Firefighters
3 credits
Offered upon request
This course is designed to improve firefighter safety on the fire ground.
This course will demonstrate the effects that fire and heat may have on various
types of building construction and the resulting loss of structural integrity.
It also includes information on the signs and symptoms of structural damage.
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FSC 201
Patient Stabilization
2 credits
Offered upon request
Training the EMT, First Responder and firefighter in the specialized skills
and procedures necessary when stabilizing a patient during and after a vehicular
extrication emergency.
FSC 210
Instructor I
2 credits
Offered upon request
This course provides theoretical and practical training in developing and instructing
fire and emergency services training programs. Includes an exploration
of safety and legal issues, adult learning psychology, developing, planning
and presenting effective instruction, evaluating student learning, teaching
diverse learners, and use of instructional media.
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FSC 220
Leadership for the Fire Service
3 credits
Offered upon request
This course provides practical training for fire service leadership and supervision.
Includes decision-making, problem solving, running a meeting, managing multiple
roles, creativity, power, and ethics. Also includes situational leadership,
delegation, coaching, and discipline.
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FSC 223
Incident Command System
1 credit
Offered upon request
This course is designed to provide the participant with knowledge about emergency/disaster
field operations that will enable the Incident Safety Officer to direct the
work efforts of others in a more coordinated and efficient manner.
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FSC 225
Incident Safety Officer
1 credit
Offered upon request
This course is designed to enable the student to identify and analyze health
and safety aspects relating to their role as Incident Safety Officer in both
emergency and non-emergency situations.
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FSC 250
Wildland Urban Interface
3 credits
Offered upon request
This course is designed to meet the training needs for firefighters and company
officers confronting wildland fire that threatens life, property and improvements.
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FSC 297
Workshop
1 to 6 credits
Offered upon request
Activity/Personal Enrichment
A course designed to meet a variety of needs for students in Fire Science.
FSC 298
Workshop
1 to 3 credits
Offered upon request
Activity/Personal Enrichment
A course designed to meet a variety of needs for students in Fire Science.
FSC 299
Independent Study
1 to 3 credits
Offered upon request
Activity/Personal Enrichment
Design and execution of original projects under faculty supervision.
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