Course Title: Building Construction For Fire Protection
Title Abbreviation: BLDG CONSTRUC FIRE PROTC
Department: FIRE
Course #: 103
Credits: 3
Variable: No
IUs: 3
CIP: 430203
EPC: 828
REV: 2018
Course Description
Concepts of building construction, structure rating and classification, and uniform codes. Building systems including floors, ceilings, walls, roofs and building support systems. Building collapse and firefighter safety in burning buildings.
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:
General Education Learning Values & Outcomes
Revised August 2008 and affects outlines for 2008 year 1 and later.
9. Scientific Literacy
Definition: Understanding scientific principles, and analyzing and applying scientific information in a variety of contexts.
Outcomes: Students will be able to . . . 9.2 Demonstrate their understanding of the principles of scientific methods, analysis, and reasoning. 9.3 Analyze, apply, and communicate scientific concepts and principles in context (for example, in technological, personal, and/or professional situations).
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