FIRE 721 - Fire Academy Preparation

    Recent Professors
    Christy Y. Baird, Stephen J. Cavallero
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Spring 2025
    Class Size
    30–35 students
    Credits
    2
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of FIRE 721
    Transfers To
    Not transferable
    Description
    This course will prepare students for participation in the Firefighter Academy. Students will receive an introduction to the daily requirements of a firefighter, apparatus and equipment used for rescue and fire suppression, tool identification and use, mechanical aptitude, and rope rescue practices. Students will perform physical exercises using fire hose, ladders, ropes, tool operations, personal protective equipment, and stairs. Students will learn to apply the health and wellness techniques for longevity in a fire service career through proper body mechanics, lifting techniques, and physical conditioning principles.
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed, Mon Wed 8:10am–8:55am, Mon Wed 9:15am–10:00am, Wed