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 Department:    FIRE

 Course #:    215

 Credits:    3

 Variable:     No

 IUs:    3

 CIP:    430203

 EPC:    828

 REV:    2024

 Course Description  

Provides the fundamental and technical knowledge needed to conduct basic fire inspections and apply codes and standards. Assists the student in meeting the job performance requirements of NFPA 1031, Professional Qualifications for Fire Inspector and Plan Examiner, for Fire Inspector 1. Prepares the student for Washington State certification testing for Fire Inspector I.

 Prerequisite  

Prerequisite: None.

Contact Hours (based on 11 week quarter)

Lecture: 33

Lab: 0

Other: 0

Systems: 0

Clinical: 0

Intent: Distribution Requirement(s) Status:  

Vocational Preparatory Required for ATA degree  

Equivalencies At Other Institutions

Learning Outcomes

After completing this course, the student will be able to:

1. Conduct fire safety inspections of new and existing structures and properties for construction, occupancy, fire protection, and exposures.
2. Prepare correspondence and inspection reports, handling of complaints, and maintenance of records.
3. Participate in legal proceedings related to code enforcement.
4. Maintain an open dialogue with plan examiners and emergency response personnel.
5. PROGRAM OUTCOME: Students will understand how various work environments can affect development of hostile fire conditions.
6. PROGRAM OUTCOME: Students will possess a knowledge and skill set that allows them to be effective in preventing hostile fire emergencies occurring in their community.

General Education Learning Values & Outcomes

Revised August 2008 and affects outlines for 2008 year 1 and later.

Course Contents

1. Duties and Authority. Codes, Standards, and Permits.
2. Fire Behavior. Construction Types and Occupancy Classifications.
3. Building Construction. Building Components.
4. Means of Egress. Site Access.
5. Fire Hazard Recognition. Hazardous Materials.
6. Water Supply Distribution Systems. Water-Based Fire Suppression Systems.
7. Special-Hazard Fire Extinguishing Systems and Portable Extinguishers. Fire Detection and Alarm Systems.
8. Plans Review. Inspection Procedures.