FTEC 101 - Fire Protection Organization

    Recent Professors
    gwallace@riohondo.edu, CJSuen@riohondo.edu, jbaumunk@riohondo.edu, trickman@riohondo.edu, agrzywa@riohondo.edu, priddle@riohondo.edu, dbreshears@riohondo.edu, Ed.Valdez@riohondo.edu and 4 more
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026, Winter 2026, Fall 2025
    Class Size
    35 students
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts.
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of FTEC 101
    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    This course provides students with an overview of fire protection issues. Topics include an introduction to the philosophy and history of fire protection and fire service; organization and function of public and private fire protection services; laws and regulations affecting fire service; and the role of fire departments as part of local government. Basic fire chemistry, fire protection systems, firefighting strategies, and possible career opportunities in fire-related fields are also presented.
    Usually Held
    Mon 6:00pm–9:10pm, Mon 9:35am–11:00am, Mon Wed 8:00am–9:25am, Sat 8:00am–9:30am