FIRS 1323 FIREFIGHTER CERTIFICATION V (3-2-4). The study of ropes and knots, rescue procedures and techniques and hazardous materials. Preparation for certification as a basic firefighter. Student will be trained to the level of a hazardous materials' first responder. Fee: $90 Insurance: $3.10Skills: I (FIR 1082) Course Type: W
FIRS 1401 FIREFIGHTER CERTIFICATION I (4-3-3). An introduction to firefighter safety and development. Topics include Texas Commission on Fire Protection Rules and Regulations, firefighter safety, fire science, personal protective equipment, self contained breathing apparatus, and fire reports and records. Fee: $90 Insurance: $3.10Skills: I (FIR 1053) Course Type: W
FIRS 1407 FIREFIGHTER CERTIFICATION II (4-3-3). The study of basic principles and skill development in handling fire service hose and ladders. Topics include the distribution system of water supply, basic building construction, and emergency service communication, procedures, and equipment. Fee: $90 Insurance: $3.10Skills: I (FIR 1062) Course Type: W
FIRS 1433 FIREFIGHTER CERTIFICATION VII (4-3-3). An in-depth study and practice of simulated emergency operations and hands-on portable live fire training exercises, incident command procedures, and combined operations using proper extinguishing methods. The course emphasis is on safety. Fee: $83 Insurance: $3.10Skills: I (FIPR 1092) Course Type: W
FIRT 1301 FUNDAMENTALS OF FIRE PROTECTION (3-3-0). Study of the philosophy, history and fundamentals of public and private fire protection. Topics include statistics of fire and property loss, agencies involved in public and private protection, legislative development, departmental organization, training and staffing. Skills: E ( ) Course Type: W
FIRT 1303 FIRE AND ARSON INVESTIGATION I (3-3-0). In-depth study of basic fire and arson investigation practices. Emphasis on fire behavior principles related to fire cause and origin determination. Skills: E ( ) Course Type: W
FIRT 1307 FIRE PREVENTION CODES AND INSPECTIONS (3-3-0). Study of local building and fire prevention codes. Emphasis on fire prevention inspections, practices, and procedures. Skills: E (FIR 1023) Course Type: W
FIRT 1309 FIRE ADMINISTRATION I (3-3-0). Introduction to the organization and management of a fire department and the relationship of government agencies to the fire service. Emphasis on fire service leadership from the perspective of the company officer. Skills: E ( ) Course Type: W
FIRT 1315 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS I (3-3-0). This is a basic course designed for first responders (police, fire, medical) to hazardous materials incidents. The course materials include an introduction to Haz-Mat, identifying hazardous materials, community risk assessment, command and control of incidents, and operations at incidents. Federal, state, and local regulations that apply to hazardous material will also be studied. Recognition of shipping containers and knowledge of labels, placards, and other marking systems will be learned. Skills: E (FIPR 2043) Course Type: W
FIRT 1319 FIREFIGHTER HEALTH AND SAFETY (3-3-0). Study of firefighter occupational safety and health in emergency and non-emergency situations. Skills: E ( ) Course Type: W
FIRT 1323 BUILDING CODES/FIRE CODES (3-3-0). Survey of model codes used nationally to develop understanding of the interrelationships of building construction, occupancy, and related safety issues. Topics include Underwriters Laboratory (U.L.) listings and Factory Mutual (F.M.) approvals. Skills: E ( ) Course Type: W
FIRT 1327 BUILDING CONSTRUCTION IN FIRE SERVICE (3-3-0). Exploration of building construction and design related to fire spread and suppression in various structures. Examination of potential hazards resulting from construction practices and materials. Skills: E ( ) Course Type: W
FIRT 1331 FIREFIGHTING STRATEGIES AND TACTICS (3-3-0). This course is designed to meet specific needs of fire officers with responsibilities to manage the operations of companies in structural firefighting operations. The course components include preparations for response and decision making. The foundation of the course is an extensive use of simulation to provide application of concepts and the development of skills. Skills: E (FIPR 2123) Course Type: W
FIRT 1338 FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS (3-3-0). Study of fire detection, alarm, and extinguishing systems. Skills: E ( ) Course Type: W
FIRT 1345 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS II (3-3-0). In-depth study of mitigation practices and techniques to effectively control hazardous material spills and leaks. Skills: E Prerequisites: FIRT 1315. ( ) Course Type: W
FIRT 1349 FIRE ADMINISTRATION II (3-3-0). In-depth study of fire service management as pertaining to budgetary requirements, administration, organization of divisions within the fire service, and relationships between the fire service and outside agencies. This course is a continuation of the subject matter presented in Fire Administration I. It is designed to prepare the student for middle and upper level management challenges in the fire service. Skills: E Prerequisites: FIRT 1309. (FIRT 1309) Course Type: W
FIRT 1353 LEGAL ASPECTS OF FIRE PROTECTION (3-3-0). Study of the rights, duties, liability concerns, and responsibilities of public fire protection agencies while performing assigned duties. Skills: E (FIR 2063) Course Type: W
FIRT 1355 METHODS OF TEACHING (3-3-0). Preparation of public safety personnel to effectively teach technical skills, techniques, and information. Skills: E ( ) Course Type: W
FIRT 2333 FIRE AND ARSON INVESTIGATION II (3-3-0). Continuation of Fire and Arson Investigation I. Topics include reports, courtroom demeanor, and expert witnesses. Skills: E Prerequisites: FIRT 1303. ( ) Course Type: W