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    FST 113 - Rescue Boat Operations

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    Recent Semesters
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    Class Size
    Not published
    Credits
    0.5
    Prerequisite
    Prior to enrolling in this course, students must demonstrate: 1. Basic swimming ability 2. Skill in performing vertical rescue 3. Skill in water crossing techniques 4. Proficiency in rescue simulations
    Transfers To
    Not transferable
    Description
    This course provides the basic skills needed to operate a rescue boat and perform rescue in river and flood situations. Safety, course philosophy and terminology are covered. "In water" experiences for students include how to read dynamic flow for safety travel, perform self-rescue and victim rescue operations, along with executing pre- and post-inspections of the PWC. This course may be offered as Pass/No Pass.