This course also assists students in understanding how electrical fires may develop and in conducting electrical fire examinations in the context of NFPA 921, Guide for Fire and Explosion Investigations. This course provides practical applications to support FIP 160. Emphasis is on switching devices, basic circuits, electrical distribution, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of basic electrical equipment and hazards as related to fire protection. This course covers the principles of wildland fire behavior and meteorology.
Emphasis is on fire calculations, fuels, and related weather effects.
Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate and apply fire behavior theories through written and performance evaluations. This course introduces basic wildland fire suppression functions. Emphasis is on the operation of tools, equipment, aircraft, and basic fire suppression methods. Upon completion, students should be able to understand basic theories in wildland fire suppression and demonstrate them through written and performance evaluations. This course provides preparation for command of initial incident operations involving emergencies within both the public and private sector.