The Basic Fire Company Officer certificate is the first of three steps accomplished while a student works toward completion of the Fire Science diploma, or independently of the diploma option meets qualification standards for national certification. The Fire Officer Level I Program presents critical subject matter to students who upon completion of the certificate may be assigned in their present fire service position, to ride in charge of an engine company, rescue company, etc. on a a temporary basis in their daily assigned duties. The assignment would typically involve supervising a crew of firefighters, emergency medical technicians, and paramedics. This assignment would enhance the student's strategy and tactics capabilities while managing the emergency scene.
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Program Courses |
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Course Number |
Course Name |
Hours |
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FRSC1121 |
Firefighting Strategy and Tactics |
3 |
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FRSC2110 |
Fire Service Hydraulics |
3 |
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FRSC2130 |
Fire Service Building Construction |
3 |
| FRSC2141 |
Incident Command |
4 |
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Total Credit Hours |
13 |