Course

Course Summary
Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
FRTI-0021
Location:
Classroom-based
Length:
24 hours (3 days)
Dates Offered:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 2 Fire Science, Fire Protection, or Fire Prevention
Description

Objective:

The course objective is to provide an introduction to fire inspection principles and practices illustrating the complexity of today's building designs and systems and their potential effect on lives, the environment, and property.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Identify common fire hazards
  • Identify building and occupancy types
  • Describe the proper process for conducting a fire inspection
  • Describe how fire behavior applies to fire prevention
  • Describe the different types of fire protection systems
  • Identify various life safety features

General Topics:

  • The behavior of fire and fire protection
  • Common fire hazards
  • Building construction and occupancy types
  • Fire protection systems
  • Life safety features
  • Inspection practices and procedures
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Audio Visual Materials
  • Classroom Exercise
  • Discussion
  • Lectures

Methods of Assessment:

  • Examinations
Supplemental Materials