FIRE 156

FIRE PREVENTION 1A

2 Units

Fire Technology 156 is the first in a three-course series and provides fundamental instruction regarding the history and philosophy of fire prevention, organization, and operation of a fire prevention bureau, use of fire codes, identification and correction of fire hazards, and the relationship of fire prevention to fire safety education and detection and suppression systems. This course applies to the California fire Service Training and Education System certifications. Lecture 2 ½ hours.

Prerequisite: Fire Technology 110 or employment in a fire-related occupation.

Recommended preparation: Eligibility for English 120 or ESL 151.