FRSC 1100 Introduction to the Fire Service (3-0-3)
This course is a survey of the philosophy and history of fire protection, loss of property and life by fire, municipal fire defenses, and the organization and function of the federal, state, county, city, and private fire protection agencies. It includes an introduction to fire technology education and the firefighter selection process, fire protection career opportunities, public fire protection, the chemistry and physics of fire, public and private support organizations, fire department resources, fire department administration, support functions, training, fire prevention, codes and ordinances, fire protection systems and equipment, emergency incident management, and emergency operations.
Prerequisite
Program admission