Transfers ToNot transferableDescriptionBIT 130 Introduction to Inspection of Wood Frame Construction (3) Total Units: 24.5 - 28 1The student must have 1-4 units of work experience in Fire Prevention to receive a degree. The Fire Prevention Associate in Science (A.S.) degree may be obtained by completion of the required program, and either (a) the Local General Education Pattern or (b) the California General Education Transfer Curriculum (Cal-GETC), plus sufficient electives for a total of at least 60 units. See CRC graduation requirements. Student Learning Outcomes Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to: PSLO #1: Comprehend the qualifications for entry level skills, the discipline and evaluation process, fire service structure, history, and culture for the field of fire prevention. PSLO #2: Identify and comprehend laws, regulations, codes, standards and the regulatory and advisory organizations that influence fire prevention operations. PSLO #3: Analyze and determine the causes of fire, extinguishing agents, stages of fire, fire development, and methods of heat transfer. PSLO #4: Identify and describe the common types of building construction and conditions associated with structural collapse. PSLO #5: Differentiate between fire detection and fire suppression systems. Career Information Fire Inspector, Fire Investigator, Plans Examiner, Building Inspector, Fire Prevention Specialist/Officer, Public Education Specialist/Officer, Manager, Firefighter Some Career Opportunities may require more than two years of college study. Classes beyond the associate degree may be required to fulfill some career opportunities for preparation for transfer to a university program. Certificates of Achievement Building Inspection Technology Certificate This CRC program has been developed to prepare individuals for employment in building inspection. Graduates may be employed by contractors, government agencies, architects, finance companies and developers. A wide variety of employment opportunities exist in the fast- growing construction industry in the Sacramento Valley. HIGHLIGHTS *Field trips to a variety of construction sites to study inspection technologies and code interpretations (Instructor Option) *Association with instructors who are county and city building officials and inspectors Certificate Requirements Course Code Course Title UnitsUsually HeldTue Thu 7:30pm–8:50pm 