Course Syllabi

Course provides fundamental knowledge relating to the field of fire prevention. Topics include: history and philosophy of fire prevention; organization and operation of a fire prevention bureau; use and application of codes and standards; plans review; fire inspections; fire and life safety education; and fire investigation.

Explores the theories and fundamentals of how and why fires start, spread, and are controlled.

Course is intended to provide the student with the fundamentals and technical knowledge needed for proper fire scene interpretations, including recognizing and conducting origin and cause, preservation of evidence and documentation, scene security, motives of the firesetter, and types of fire causes.

Course introduces the student to the organization and management of a fire and emergency services department and the relationship of government agencies to the fire service. Emphasis is placed on fire and emergency service, ethics, and leadership from the perspective of the company officer.

Course provides information relating to the features of design and operation of fire alarm systems; water-based fire suppression systems, special hazard fire suppression systems, water supply for fire protection and portable fire extinguishers.

Course provides a foundation of theoretical knowledge in order to understand the principles of the use of water in fire protection and to apply hydraulic principles to analyze and to solve water supply problems.

Course provides the components of building construction related to firefighter and life safety. The element of construction and design of structures are shown to be key factors when inspecting buildings, preplanning fire operations, and operating at emergencies.

Course provides the principles of fire ground control through utilization of personnel, equipment and extinguishing agents.

Course will address the federal, state, and local laws that regulate emergency services and include a review of national standards, regulations, and consensus standards.

This course provides personnel with the knowledge and skills in the organizational structure of the department; departmental operating procedures for administration, emergency operations, and safety; departmental budget process; information management and record keeping; the fire prevention and building safety codes and ordinances applicable to the jurisdiction; incident management system; socioeconomic and political factors that impact the fire service; cultural diversity; methods used by supervisors to obtain cooperation within a group of subordinates; the rights of management and members; agreements in force between the organization and members; policies and procedures regarding the operation of the department as they involve supervisors and members. This course meets selected objectives of NFPA 1021 Standard for Fire Officer Professional Qualifications as published by the National Fire Protection Association.

Course will provide personnel with the knowledge and skills required of an entry level fire instructor. This course meets selected objectives of NFPA 1031 Standard for Fire Inspector Professional Qualifications as published by the National Fire Protection Association.

Course is intended to provide the student with advanced technical knowledge on the rule of law, fire scene analysis, fire behavior, evidence collection and preservation, scene documentation, case preparation and court-room testimony.

Course will introduce fire service personnel to tactical principals that will enhance their ability to successfully terminate typical incidents related to the fire ground. This class will expose students to complex personnel deployment and physical resource development.

An exploration of the evolution of fashion throughout time, traced through garment development and creations from ancient times to current day garment production and style. A direction of cultural, historical fashion and silhouettes throughout time and current modern-day adaptations.

Gain a deeper understanding of the role of fashion from a universal perspective and its global impact as an industry.

Introduction to pop culture and the impact on fashion and style, exploring different genres, and where style and fashion were impacted by political, historical, media, and social media.

An introduction to the systematic study of patterns and processes that have shaped human understanding, use, and alteration of Earth’s surface. This course uses spatial concepts and landscape analysis to examine human socioeconomic organization and its environmental consequences.

A study and analysis of the geographical regions known as The Americas, Eurasia, Africa, and the Middle East with emphasis on location, resources, and development; economic, political, and social institutions; similarities and differences; and problems and potentialities.

Basic communication skills are taught with emphasis on oral communication and pronunciation. Grammar is taught only as it will facilitate conversation. Total Physical Response and Natural Approach methods are stressed with an intensive use of visual aids. Language tape practice may be available.

A continuation of GER 95. Basic communication skills are taught with emphasis on oral communication. Grammar is taught only as it will facilitate conversation.