Firefighting Science
Grades 10-12
Fire and emergency work entails responding to fires, medical emergencies, accidents, and disasters, involving fire suppression, rescue, hazard mitigation, and providing life-saving assistance to protect lives and property.
This program focuses on the theory and practice of fire science/firefighting. It includes instruction in fire chemistry and physics, combustible materials, building construction, fire codes and related laws, fire hydraulics, fire command, fire prevention/inspection, fire protection systems, fire suppression systems, fire/arson investigation, occupational safety, equipment operation, emergency medicine and communications.
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Courses Offered:
- Basic Fire Fighting 1
- Basic Fire Fighting 2
- Basic Fire Fighting 3
- Basic Fire Fighting 4
Certifications Students Can Earn:
- FEMA Industry Certifications
- EMT & EMR Industry Certifications OR
- CPAT Industry Certifications
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Stop the Bleed
- OSHA-10
- CPR
Career Skills Earned In This Program:
- Fire Suppression Techniques
- Search and Rescue Operations
- Ventilation Metho
- Fire Behavior Analysis
- Ladder Operations
- Equipment Maintenance & Readiness
Life Skills Learned In This Program:
- Teamwork & Communication
- Problem-Solving & Critical Thinking
- Leadership & Responsibility
- Community Service & Public Speaking
Work-Based Learning Opportunities:
- Co-ops
- Internships
- Site Visits
- Field Trips
- Project-based Learning