FIRS 79 - FUNDAMENTALS OF PERSONAL FIRE SAFETY

    Recent Professors
    F. Friend III
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Summer 2026
    Class Size
    40–60 students
    Credits
    3
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of FIRS 79
    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    This course will introduce the student to fundamental issues relating to firefighting safety and survival. Students will evaluate case studies in which firefighters have been killed or injured, and each student will be required to give an oral presentation based on an analysis of a "near miss" fatal fire/rescue scenario. Additionally, this course will introduce the student to the National Firefighter Life Safety initiatives, which focus on the need for both cultural and behavioral change throughout the emergency services disciplines. This course may be offered in a distance education format. (CSU transferable)