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FIRE 100 - Introduction to the Fire Service


9 hrs (Sem I)
Students will complete the academic portion of the Fire Fighter I & II curriculum. Topics such as personal protective equipment, fire fighter safety, water supply, alarm systems, hose lays, applied rescue, and other topics will be covered. Stress will be on the importance of physical fitness in the fire service. The goal is to successfully complete both the written portion of the Fire Engineering program and the practical skills related to Fire Fighter I & II. The course will also include the academic portion of Hazardous Materials Operations. 6 lecture hours, 3 laboratory hours.