Master Course Outline Introduction to Firefighting Course Number: FCA 100 Credits: 4 Hours per Quarter: 40 Lecture Hours:40 Description Provides an overview of the fire service and the role of the firefighter. Several aspects of a career with the Fire Service will be explored beginning with the origins of the modern American fire service, the complexity of the organization, and an introduction to the activities involved in fire protection. Students must have acceptance into the Fire Science program to enroll. Intended Skills and Attitude Outcomes A. Trace the origins of the modern fire service. B. Discuss the role of higher education, career planning, and testing requirements required for the fire service. C. Develop an understanding of the source of fire department resources. D. Describe the organizational structure, administration, training, reports, and records that are found in the fire department. E. Discuss the role of the fire department in fire prevention, codes and ordinances, and fire protection systems. Syllabi Listing There are no syllabi listed at this time Course Year Quarter Item Instructor   Two Year Projected Schedule Year One* Year Two** Fall Winter Spring Summer Mini  Fall Winter Spring Summer Mini X                   *Year one is all odd years (2003-2004) **Year two is all even years (2004-2005)