Introduces basic concepts involved in fire suppression including fire behavior, building codes built in protection systems and the life safety code. Discusses the history and philosophy of the fire service at the national, state, and local levels and analyzes the overall fire problem. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Introduces the fundamentals of fire fighting and the purpose of the techniques used to combat unfriendly fire. Explores fire behavior and basic physical and chemical laws of thermal dynamics so student may understand the quick operational decisions made on the fireground. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Introduces the concepts of emergency management and incident command. Discusses basic concepts of fire suppression and incident control, including the establishment of priorities, size-up, strategic goals and tactical objectives. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Introduces the chemistry of hazardous materials including solids, liquids, gases, and methods used in their identification. Examines the use, handling, transportation and environmental problems associated with hazardous materials. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Studies hazardous materials storage, standards, and applicable laws designed to protect the public and emergency personnel. Discusses specific methods and techniques used by the emergency worker in the abatement of hazardous materials incidents. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Introduces fire safety through study of fire causes, inspections and investigation procedures. Familiarizes students with laws, ordinances and codes which influence the field of fire prevention and studies the legal aspects of fire prevention and related problems. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Studies fire service organization and management, administrative procedures and methods, budgeting and reporting, control of resources, and the maintenance of records. Discusses managerial attitudes and decisions, general organizational planning and career development. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Teaches mathematics, laws and formulas as applied to fire service hydraulics, including the development of mental ability to solve fire flow requirements and water supply needs. Emphasizes the principles, techniques, and application of water distribution systems used for fire suppression. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 5 hours per week.

Teaches fundamentals of building construction, design and materials as applied to fire resistance and special fire protection features. Gives attention to hazards, venting, heating, air conditioning and electrical systems including exits, special structures, demolition and evaluation of structural fire damage. Gives special consideration to high density areas with high fire hazard potential. Exposes students to basic blueprint reading. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Studies fire scene emergency management problems. Applies modern management techniques to mitigation of an incident by coordinating operations within a system designed to command and control all elements involved in saving life and property. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Teaches the history of modern management theories, including scientific management and behavioral scientist approach. Introduces concepts of group dynamics, leadership, communication, stress and time management, and personnel evaluation techniques. Discusses the legal and ethical considerations of personnel management in the emergency service. Lecture 3 hours per week.