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2021-2022 Vincennes University Catalog 
    
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FIRE 106 - Firefighting Basics


6 hrs (Sem II)
Students will complete the academic portion of the Firefighter I and II state curriculum. Topics covered include, but are not limited to, personal protective equipment, firefighter safety, fire behavior, water supply, fire attack, hose, ladders, hose streams, technical rescue, incident command, and ethics. The importance of physical fitness in the fire service will be stressed. The goal is to successfully complete both the written portion of the IFSTA (International Fire Service Training Association) program and the practical skills related to Firefighter I and II. 4 lecture hours, 2 laboratory hours.

Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in FIRE 105