FIRE 285 - Structural Firefighting in Live-fire Simulators

    Recent Professors
    David Morris
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026
    Class Size
    25 students
    Credits
    0.5
    Prerequisite
    Completion of FIRE 208.1 or FIRE 290 or equivalent as determined by the Dean of Public Safety.
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    Not transferable
    Description
    This course is designed to develop fundamental skills in combating structure fires by providing the students with a thorough understanding of fire behavior, ventilation procedures and techniques, interior and exterior fire attack using a live fire simulator. In many cases, this will be the firefighter’s first exposure to live structural firefighting. Upon successful completion, the student will be awarded a completion certificate from the State Board of Fire Services.
    Usually Held
    Fri 8:00am–11:50am, Fri Sat Sun 1:00pm–4:50pm, Sat Sun 8:00am–11:50am