FIRE 190 - Basic Wildland Firefighter

    Recent Professors
    Shore, ChrisAnderson, Kevin
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2027, Fall 2026
    Class Size
    24 students
    Difficulty
    4.3Lightout of 10
    Credits
    6
    Spring 2027 Sections
    View Spring 2027 sections of FIRE 190
    Transfers To
    Not transferable
    Description
    This course is specifically for those seeking a wildland seasonal or permanent firefighter job with local, state and national fire agencies. Topics will also cover forest fuels and land management techniques in the local community as well as on public lands. Successful completion of this course will provide individuals with the fundamentals of wildland fire suppression and prescribed fire. Certifying exams will be given at end of course and students who pass will receive the following certificates: National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG) S-130 Firefighter Training, NWCG S-190 Intro to Wildland Fire Behavior, NWCG L-180 Human Factors in the Wildland Fire Service, NWCG S-211 Portable Pumps and Water Use, and NWCG S-212 Wildland Fire Chainsaws.
    Usually Held
    Mon 8:00am–4:30pm, Mon Wed 8:00am–10:05am, Wed 10:30am–4:30pm, Wed 8:00am–10:05am