FIPT 356A - Fire Investigation 1A - Basic Fire Investigation

    Recent Professors
    Jason W. Nailon, Scott Anthony Kuhlman
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2026
    Class Size
    30 students
    Credits
    0.5
    Spring 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    This course provides information on securing the fire scene and determining the origin and cause of the fire. Topics include responsibilities of a fire investigator, securing the fire ground, conducting an exterior and interior survey, analyzing fire patterns, interpreting individual fire patterns, discriminating the effects of explosions, examining and removing fire debris, reconstructing the area of origin, and inspecting the performance of building systems. NFPA 1033 Standard Professional Qualifications for Fire Investigator is the basis for this course. This course is designed for students seeking State Fire Training (SFT) certification as a Fire Investigator.
    Usually Held
    Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri 1:00pm–5:00pm, Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri 8:30am–12:30pm