FIRE 721 Fire Academy Preparation
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Fire Technology (FIRE) Courses
- FIRE 714 Wildland Fire Control
- FIRE 715 Principles of Emergency Services
- FIRE 717 Emergency Medical Technician Preparation
- FIRE 720 Fire Prevention
- FIRE 721 Fire Academy Preparation
- FIRE 722 Firefighter Academy
- FIRE 725 Fire Apparatus and Equipment
- FIRE 730 Fire Behavior and Combustion
- FIRE 740 Building Construction for Fire Protection
- FIRE 745 Fire Protection Systems
- FIRE 748 Firefighter Safety & Survival
- FIRE 770 Fire Service Career Prep
- FIRE 787 Emergency Medical Technician: Basic - Refresher
- FIRE 797 Emergency Medical Technician: Basic
- FIRE 810 Firefighter Cadet I
- FIRE 811 Firefighter Cadet II
- FIRE 812 Firefighter Cadet III
Minimum Grade for Prerequisites
Unless otherwise indicated, a grade of C or higher is required for all prerequisite courses.
Course Description
This course will prepare students for participation in the Firefighter Academy. Students will receive an introduction to the daily requirements of a firefighter, apparatus and equipment used for rescue and fire suppression, tool identification and use, mechanical aptitude, and rope rescue practices. Students will perform physical exercises using fire hose, ladders, ropes, tool operations, personal protective equipment, and stairs. Students will learn to apply the health and wellness techniques for longevity in a fire service career through proper body mechanics, lifting techniques, and physical conditioning principles.
- Lecture hours/semester: 24-27
- Lab hours/semester: 24-27
- Homework hours/semester: 48-54
