FIP 120 Introduction to Fire Protection

Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3

This course provides an overview of the development, methods, systems and regulations as they apply to the fire protection field. Topics include history, evolution, statistics, suppression, organizations, careers, curriculum, and other related subjects. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a broad understanding of the fire protection field.

Course is typically offered in Fall
Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs)
At the completion of the course, the students should be able to do the following:

Explain the history and culture of the fire service.
Describe the scope, purpose, and organizational structure of fire and emergency services.
Identify protection and emergency-service careers in both the public and private sector.
Analyze the chemistry and physics of fire.
Describe the importance of wellness and fitness as it relates to emergency services.
Identify the primary responsibilities of fire prevention personnel including: code enforcement, public information, and public and private fire protection systems.