Course

Course Summary
Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
FRTI-0043
Location:
Classroom-based
Length:
Self-paced (126 hours over 7 weeks)
Dates Offered:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 2 Fire Science
Description

Objective:

The course objective is to prepare students to assess emergency incident scenes and devise appropriate strategies and tactics.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Develop an initial action plan, given size-up information for an incident and assigned emergency response resources
  • Implement an action plan at an emergency operation, given assigned resources, type of incident, and a preliminary plan
  • Assign tasks or responsibilities to unit members given an assignment at an emergency incident

General Topics:

  • Size-up
  • Pre-fire planning
  • Incident communications
  • Strategic modes of operation
  • Occupancy-related issues
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Case Studies
  • Computer Based Training

Methods of Assessment:

  • Case Studies
  • Performance Rubrics (Checklists)
  • Quizzes
  • Written Papers

Minimum Passing Score:

70%
Supplemental Materials