FST 153 - Haz Mat Technician 1B: Applied Chemistry

    Recent Professors
    Mark J. Bridges, Mr. Todd V. Burton, Mr. Bruce A. Meisenbach
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Spring 2025
    Class Size
    40–65 students
    Credits
    1.75
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    Applies a basic understanding of inorganic and organic chemistry to the field identification and management of hazardous materials. The Hazardous Material Technician will learn procedures for taking samples in the field and applying analytical methods to identify and characterize unknown hazardous materials. Students will learn analytical methods to identify flammables, corrosives, oxidizers, peroxides, reactives, and radioactives.
    Usually Held
    Mon Tue Wed 7:00am–6:00pm, Fri 7:00am–5:00pm, Thu 7:00am–6:00pm, Fri 7:00am–4:00pm