Recent SemestersSpring 2027, Fall 2026, Spring 2026Class Size50 studentsCredits2PrerequisiteSuccessful completion of a California State Fire Marshal certified fire academy. Proof of passing the Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) National Registry Examination. Furnish proof of a current negative Tuberculosis (TB) test. Test must be taken within 12 months and valid during class period. Completion of background investigation. Background investigation to be completed prior to attending the first class session. See the Division Office of Industry and Technology for details Transfers ToCSUDescription1 hour lecture per week to be arranged, 4 hours lab per week to be arranged Prerequisite: Successful completion of a California State Fire Marshal certified fire academy. Proof of passing the Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) National Registry Examination. Furnish proof of a current negative Tuberculosis (TB) test. Test must be taken within 12 months and valid during class period. Completion of background investigation. Background investigation to be completed prior to attending the first class session. See the Division Office of Industry and Technology for details Credit, degree applicable Transfer CSU This course will acquaint the student with current changes in contemporary firefighting techniques. Major topics include fire service appliances, fire chemistry, automatic fire extinguishers and agents. Additional topics include fire prevention and enforcement, arson investigation, public safety, hazardous materials control and enforcement, communication, and emergency medical techniques. Note: Pass/no pass only. This course is repeatable. Back to Top | Print-Friendly Page (opens a new window) Facebook this Page (opens a new window) Tweet this Page (opens a new window) Add to Backpack (opens a new window) All catalogs © 2026 El Camino College. Powered by Modern Campus Catalog™ . 