ENVR 235 - Introduction to Prescribed Fire Fundamentals

    Recent Professors
    Jon Dvorak
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Spring 2025, Fall 2024
    Class Size
    24 students
    Credits
    2
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    Not transferable
    Description
    This course will provide students with contextual knowledge and on-the-ground training that will prepare them to be successful prescribed fire practitioners. Students will learn basics of fire planning and permits, fire preparation, hose-lays and pumps, communication, fire patterns, and safe fire monitoring and mop-up. This course involves rigorous activity, including travel on steep and uneven ground and possible exposure to smoke.
    Usually Held
    Fri 12:00pm–2:50pm, Fri 3:00pm–3:50pm, Wed 1:00pm–3:50pm, Wed 12:00pm–12:50pm