Recent SemestersFall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025Class Size25–30 studentsCredits1PrerequisiteS-190: Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior. This course is part of the California State Fire Marshal’s Office training program. Students need to consult the State Fire Marshal website for course sequencing and prerequisites. Course sequences will be required to participate in the certification exam and course Transfers ToNot transferableDescriptionThis is an intermediate course designed to provide students with wildland fire behavior knowledge applicable for safe and effective wildland fire management activities. Upon successful completion, students are awarded a S-290 certificate from the State Board of Fire Services. 