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 Department:    FIRE

 Course #:    121

 Credits:    4

 Variable:     No

 IUs:    5

 CIP:    430203

 EPC:    828

 REV:    2024

 Course Description  

Continues foundational knowledge and skills mastered in FIRE 120. Prepares the student for mastery of higher-level tactical skills and knowledge typically associated with engine company operations. For students seeking Washington State Patrol, State Fire Marshal�s Office certification for Firefighter 2.

 Prerequisite  

Prerequisite: FIRE 120 with a "C" or higher.

Contact Hours (based on 11 week quarter)

Lecture: 22

Lab: 44

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. Demonstrate advanced skills in company-based ladder evolutions.
2. Use hand and power tools in complex forcible entry conditions.
3. Use tactical ventilation methods in a variety of fire conditions.
4. Perform complex salvage operations for property conservation.
5. Implement search & rescue procedures involving complex conditions, large numbers of victims, and trapped firefighters.

General Education Learning Values & Outcomes

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

Course Contents

1. Ground Ladders. Search & Rescue.
2. Firefighter Survival. Property Conservation.
3. Forcible Entry. Ventilation.