A three week intensive training course in basic Firefighting skills and safety, concluding with live fire training. This class is offered three weeks before Fall Quarter.
Students attend class approximately eight hours each weekday.
FPT 110 Introduction to Fire Protection 3 credits Philosophy and history of fire protection. Responsibility of fire departments, organization and function of fire protection agencies, and the professional career opportunities available. Resume development and preparing for firefighter test. Firefighter I by following industry standards in areas including but not limited to firefighter safety, fire behavior, hose, ladders, ventilation, water supply, extinguishers, and rescue. I 3 credits Provides knowledge and skills necessary to safely respond to and manage the defensive operations involved in a chemical emergency.