An introduction to fire and safety related codes, fire prevention meth- ods, mechanical systems and engineering solutions for hazards. An in-depth look at the Life Safety Code, the function and testing of fire related building components.

Introduction to the chemistry and dynamics of fire, including basic terminology and concepts that are applied to the physical and chemical properties of the development and spread of fire in a struc- ture, hazardous materials and the Computer Fire Analysis.

A review of the analysis of building construction methods and termi- nology. A systems approach to designing building fire safety; the Life Safety Code; the function of and testing of rated building components, evaluating plans for code compliance.

Introduction to fire detection, protection, control systems and extin- guishment. Fixed and portable systems of the following types will be studied: automatic sprinklers, standpipes, dry chemical, foam, halogen- ated agents, fire alarm systems and diction.

Principles of Incident Management including emergency scene de- cisions, strategies and tactics. Utilizing emergency control resources such as personnel, apparatus and equipment.

A study of legislative and legal decisions relating to personnel prac- tices, employee safety and public protection. Emphasizes the legal responsibilities, liabilities and authority of the fire service practitioner.

An introduction to management issues related to fire protection systems. Overview of the requirements for fire protection codes, managing inspections, relations with public and officials and imple- mentation of fire education programs.

Develop oral and written communication skills specific to the public emergency service sector’s needs. Focusing on the technical aspects involved in supporting public initiatives operating within the legal system and learning the specific requirements for submitting documentation to various technical committees.

Study of hazardous material problems in transportation, storage and use. Chemical properties relating to specific reactions, engineering controls and control in and emergency situation. Emphasis on the role of pre-emergency planning, combating, coordinating and con- trolling a hazardous materials incident.

An overview of organizational and management practices in the fire and safety fields. Emphasis on supervision and leadership styles, motivation, morale and organizational behavior.

Analysis and evaluation of specific code requirements related to the design, inspection, testing and maintenance of fire protection systems. Design project will be included.

Work in placements related to academic studies. One to eight hours credit per semester or summer. Total hours: eight, associate; sixteen, baccalaureate. A minimum of 80 hours employment required for each semester hour credit.

An in-depth study in the analysis of fire, arson and explosion scenes. Empha- sis will be placed on the principles and techniques of scene preservation and analysis, management of investigative function, documentation of the scene and determination of the cause and origin of fire.

An introduction to fire-related measurement techniques, advanced fire and combustion concepts and associated terminology. This course includes basic numerical methods for understanding fire dynamics.

A study of water at rest and in motion, Bernoulli’s and Pascal’s theorems, water distribution systems, velocity, friction loss and pump and nozzle pressures required for fire protection.

Course provides students with opportunities to develop presentation skills used in classroom instruction. Develop lesson plans, prepare audio-visual aids and props for the class. Prepare evaluation methodologies that compe- tently assure learning objectives during delivery of presentations.

An introduction to management issues related to obtaining and ac- counting for resources. Included are financial management processes, acquisition strategies, strategies for maintenance of effort and resource prioritization, resource replacement planning and processes to audit program success.

A study of environmental management including the identification and analysis of key managerial issues confronting contemporary fire services managers. Application in current methods and planning, organizing, de- veloping and evaluating public fire/ emergency services organizations.

Overview of the ever changing demographics of the departmental jurisdictions and response during community service master planning, identifying hazards then assessing risks associated with those hazards. Analysis of potential disaster and recovery methods.

Comprehensive study of workers’ compensation. Topics range from cover- age to claims, including in-depth study of the legal, no-fault, exclusive remedy nature of claims; underwriting and experience rating; business loss control measures; and loss control profession.