Motor vehicle fires, records, reports, briefs, and court procedures are also examined. A study is made of the function and operation of all types of portable and fixed extinguishers. Students examine the use and operation of alarm systems and the required standard of water supply and protection systems. Automatic sprinklers and special extinguishing systems, including the analysis of various automatic signaling and detection systems, are also studied. FRSC 201 Fire Administration 3 hours credit Fire Administration explores organization principles with an emphasis on leadership in the fire community.
Students examine the history, types, methods, and principles of fire department organization.
Emphasized are supervisory responsibilities and functions. Hydraulics 3 hours credit Students examine fluid flow, measurement, and water availability from distribution systems. Maintenance and inspection procedures for various water protection systems are also studied. This course includes an exploration of organization principles with an emphasis on making decisions in the fire community. Emphasis is placed on supervisory responsibilities and functions.