The Basic Firefighter Operations Module C course covers a portion of the total subjects required for certification, as well as incorporating a fire department atmosphere into the training. The program emphasizes developing the skills and knowledge necessary for entry-level personnel to become functioning members of a fire company. Module C will cover the following material: firefighter survival; wildland and ground cover firefighting; protection of evidence for origin cause; fire ground search and rescue; fire prevention and public education; fire control; loss control; overhaul; fire detection; and alarm and suppression systems. Completion of course and additional requirements will provide the student with Certification in Basic Operations Firefighter from the Office of the State Fire Marshall (OSFM). The Office of the State Fire Marshall requires this course before a firefighter can be certified as an Advanced Technician Firefighter.

Prerequisites: FIR 100, FIR 101, FIR 102 with grades of "C" or better.

4 Semester hour(s)

3 lec/1 lab/week