Mar 28, 2024  
2017-2018 Vincennes University Catalog 
    
2017-2018 Vincennes University Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

FIRE 209 - Advanced Rescue Theories and Practices


3 hrs (Sem I, II)
Advanced Rescue Theories and Practices establishes fundamental knowledge and basic skills in the area of technical rescue and current emergency situations. This course will enhance the student’s knowledge of rescuer safety and technical rescue including, but not limited to, the areas of rope, water and wilderness search and rescue.  Current topics of technical rescuer safety will also be covered in the curriculum.  This course will give students the opportunity to understand issues and hazards rescuers come into contact with on a regular basis as well as practice technical rescue skills. 3 lecture hours.