This course introduces the basic principles and history related to the national firefighter life safety initiatives, focusing on the need for cultural and behavior change throughout the emergency services. This course is part of the Fire Science program

This course provides the components of building construction related to firefighter life and safety. The elements of construction and deign to structure are shown to be key factors when inspecting buildings, preplanning fire operations and operating at emergencies

Basic Fire Academy 1 covers basic firefighting skills of a firefighter including the following: Principles of Fire Behavior, Fire Streams, Ventilation, Breathing Apparatus, Search and Rescue Practices, Ropes and Knots, Portable Fire Extinguishers, Ladders, Fire Hose, Salvage Covers, Small Hand Tools, and Firefighter Safety. This class is part one of a two-part class leading to NFPA/DPSST firefighter one certification. This course is part of the Fire Science program

Basic Fire Academy 2 covers advanced firefighting skills of a firefighter including the following: Exterior and interior structural fire attack, Search and Rescue Practices, Understand the Mayday procedures. Demonstrate controlling vehicle fires, working in an ICS management system. The student will use Principles of Fire Behavior, Fire Streams, Ventilation, Breathing Apparatus, Search and Rescue Practices, Ropes and Knots, Portable Fire Extinguishers, Ladders, Fire Hose, Salvage Covers, Small Hand Tools, and Firefighter Safety learned in part one of this class

This course explores the fundamental knowledge relating to the field of fire prevention. Topics include: history and philosophy of fire prevention; organization and operation of a fire prevention bureau; use and application of codes and standards; plans, review; fire inspections; and life safety education; fire investigation. This Course is part of the Fire Science program

Hazardous Materials is designed for entry-level firefighters, as well as industrial fire brigade or safety team members. This course covers how to recognize and handle emergencies involving hazardous materials, within the scope of an Awareness and Operations level responder. It includes: hazard recognition, responding, intervening, and stabilizing the situation

This course explores the fundamental knowledge relating to the field of fire prevention. Topics include: history and philosophy of fire prevention; organization and operation of a fire prevention bureau; use and application of codes and standards; plans, review; fire inspections; and life safety education; fire investigation. This Course is part of the Fire Science program

This course explores basic chemistry relating to the categories of hazardous materials including recognition, identification, reactivity, and health hazards encountered by emergency services

This course explores the theories and fundamentals of how and why fires start, spread and how fires are controlled

This course provides the student with the basic understanding to be an effective instructor. The class will teach principles of adult learning. The class will describe how to manage a classroom including how to prepare course outlines and lesson plans. The class will discuss training aids and devices. The class will also describe how to evaluate students. This class leads to NFPA/DPSST certification as Fire Instructor I.

Introduction to techniques and equipment of vertical rescue operations and Fire Rescue Practices, for fire department rescuers using advance rope and raising practices as per the NFPA 1670 standards. Meets or exceeds intent of: NFPA 1670 6.1-6.4

This course is designed to provide students with knowledge and skills to function safely under emergency conditions present during water rescue operations. The students will use advanced rope and water rescue practices as per the NFPA 1670 standards. Meets or exceeds intent of: NFPA 1670 9.1-9.4

Elementary procedures of rescue practices, systems, components, support, and control of rescue operations. The students will use extrication techniques as per the NFPA 1670 standards. Meets or exceeds intent of: NFPA 1670 8.1-8.4

This course provides information relating to the features of design and operation of fire alarm systems, water based fire suppression systems, special hazard fire suppression systems, water supply for fire protection and portable fire extinguishers

This course is intended to provide the student with the fundamentals and technical knowledge needed for proper fire scene interpretations, including recognizing and conducting origin and cause. Preservation of evidence and documentation, scene security, motives of the fire setter, and types of fire causes.

This course explores the principles of fire ground control, emphasizing the effective utilization of personnel, equipment, and extinguishing agents. Topics include the historical context of the fire service, pertinent fire-related laws, fire codes, and national standards influencing the development and implementation of firefighting tactics and strategies. This course is part of the Fire Science program

This course provides a foundation of theoretical knowledge to understand the principles of water use in fire protection and apply hydraulic principles to analyze and solve water supply problems. It covers the theory of pump operation, types and features of various pumps, and practical operation of fire pumps and accessories. The course includes drafting, hydrant and tanker operations, and 'rule-of-thumb' fire ground hydraulic calculations, along with actual practice using local department apparatus. This course is part of the Fire Science program and meets or exceeds the intent of NFPA 1001-5.1, 5.2; NFPA 1002-4.1, 4.3, 5.1, 5.2, 8.1, 8.2, 10.1, 10.2

Orientation to fire incident related experience courses, engine company organization, engine configuration, small tools and minor equipment carried, basic hose practices, basic hose lays, use of protective breathing apparatus, response, district maps, phantom box areas, communication procedures, fire apparatus driving practices. Completion of FRP 280 (6 credits) meets Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST) NFPA Fire Fighter I.