FIPT 356B - Fire Investigation 1B - Evidence and Documentation

    Recent Professors
    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 fire scene documentation and evidence collection/preservation. Topics include photographing the scene, diagramming the scene, constructing investigative notes, processing evidence and establishing chain of custody, processing victims and fatalities, selecting evidence for analysis, maintaining a chain of custody, preparing a fire investigation report, and disposing of evidence. This course is based on the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1033 Standard for Fire Investigator Professional Qualifications. 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