Fire Science

FIS 100 Introduction to Fire Science (3-0) 3 hrs.
Provides an overview of the fire protection profession. Includes career opportunities in fire protection and related fields; philosophy and history of fire protection/service; fire loss analysis; organization and function of public and private fire protection services; fire departments as part of local governmental; laws and regulations affecting the fire service; fire service nomenclature; specific fire protection functions; basic fire chemistry and physics; fire protection systems; and fire strategy and tactics.

FIS 102 Fire Management I (3-0) 3 hrs.
Introduces the student to the role of the company officer. Provides an introduction to basic management theories, practices and functions with an emphasis on fire service leadership from the perspective of the company officer. Provides an introduction to the organization and management of a fire department and the relationship of government agencies to the fire service.
Prerequisite:
FIS 100 and FIS 121 with grades of C or better, or consent of coordinator.

FIS 103 Fire Fighting Tactics I (3-0) 3 hrs.
Examines the fire ground situation and the tactical deployment of manpower and equipment. Studies the leadership styles and techniques dictated by differing conditions.
Prerequisite:
FIS 100 with a grade of C or better.

FIS 105 Fire Science Career Exploration (.5-10) 1 hr.
Studies career and employment possibilities in the fire science industry. Includes observation of practices in fire science and attendance at a seminar to discuss related experiences. For Tech Prep students with no prior courses or work experience in the fire science field. (NOTE: Summer semester only.)
Prerequisite:
Consent of coordinator.

FIS 121 Principles of Combustion (3-0) 3 hrs.
Explores the theories and principles of how and why fires start, spread, and are brought under control. Students will be able to relate the principles by which fires spread with the appropriate methods of control.

FIS 122 Fire Prevention Principles I (3-0) 3 hrs.
Examines the history and philosophy of fire prevention, organization and operation of a fire prevention bureau, use of fire codes, identification and correction of fire hazards. Includes the relationships of fire prevention with built-in fire protection.

FIS 123 Fire Prevention Principles II (3-0) 3 hrs.
Continues FIS 122 with emphasis on the various techniques of fire prevention that can be utilized to prevent the occurrence of or reduce the impact from a fire. Examines plan reviews, code interpretation, and built-in fire protection systems.
Prerequisite:
FIS 122 with a grade of C or better.

FIS 132 Hazardous Materials I (3-0) 3 hrs.
Reviews basic chemistry, storage, handling, laws, standards and fire fighting practices pertaining to hazardous materials.

FIS 133 Hazardous Materials II (3-0) 3 hrs.
Continues FIS 132. Second semester course in hazardous materials covering storage, handling, laws, standards and fire fighting practices with emphasis on fire fighting and control at the company officer level.
Prerequisite:
FIS 132 with a grade of C or better.

FIS 145 Fire Instructor I (3-0) 3 hrs.
Introduces the student to the principles of training practices for those who wish to provide instruction to other individuals in the fire and emergency services. Provides basic fundamentals in human relations in the teacher-student learning environment, methods of instruction, and proper methods of writing lesson plans.

FIS 200 Fire Science Internship (1-15) 2 hrs.
Applies appropriate skills to the fire science technology field. (NOTE: Summer semester only.)
Prerequisite:
FIS 105 with a grade of C or better and consent of coordinator.

FIS 201 Municipal Fire Administration II (3-0) 3 hrs.
Examines and defines management topics that involve fiscal budgeting, personnel management and labor relations, measuring and evaluating productivity. Also examines resource management such as fire station locations and design, fire apparatus, communication and data collection and processing systems.
Prerequisite:
FIS 101 with a grade of C or better.

FIS 202 Fire Management II (3-0) 3 hrs.
Examines and discusses supervisory and various forms of communications that occur in the work setting. Examines work group dynamics and assists the fire officer to understand and function within the work group. Introduces health and safety within the work setting.
Prerequisite:
FIS 102 with a grade of C or better.

FIS 203 Fire Fighting Tactics II (3-0) 3 hrs.
Examines the tactical deployment of manpower and equipment for extra alarm fires, high-rise fires and often extraordinary incidents. Studies manpower and equipment necessary for large-scale fire ground operations.
Prerequisite:
FIS 103 with a grade of C or better.

FIS 212 Fire Alarm and Suppression Systems (3-0) 3 hrs.
Studies the function, classification and operating principles of fixed extinguishing systems, detection systems, alarm systems, signaling systems and portable extinguishing equipment installed for fire protection purposes.
Prerequisite:
One year of practical experience in a fire protection career field or equivalent academic experience.

FIS 220 Fire Instructor II (3-0) 3 hrs.
Introduces advanced instructional skills necessary in a vocational setting. Familiarizes the student with behavioral objectives, cognitive and psychomotor skills and different teaching methods and their applications in training sessions. Includes lesson plans, lesson development and production of instructional aids. Stresses use of reference materials and research for lesson plan development. Familiarizes the student with training records and reports and in the development and administration of test instruments.

FIS 222 Fire Prevention Principles III (3-0) 3 hrs.
Considers advanced fire prevention, inspection and investigation practices and procedures. Emphasizes laws, codes and standards which dictate recognized fire prevention practices.
Prerequisite:
FIS 123 with a grade of C or better.

FIS 223 Fire Prevention Principles IV (3-0) 3 hrs.
Emphasizes advanced fire protection, inspection, and investigation principles, procedures and techniques. Emphasizes practices which work toward a reduction in fire incidents.
Prerequisite:
FIS 222 with a grade of C or better.

FIS 224 Fire Prevention Principles V (3-0) 3 hrs.
Concentrates on advanced training in installed extinguishing systems, alarm systems, detection devices and portable fire extinguishers. Examines certain hazards requiring installed systems, and covers specific inspection techniques.
Prerequisite:
FIS 222 with a grade of C or better.

FIS 242 Fire Hydraulics (3-0) 3 hrs.
Reviews basic mathematics, hydraulic laws and formulas as applied to the fire service, application of formulas and metal calculation to hydraulic problems, water supply problems, underwriter's requirements for pumps.

FIS 252 Fire Sprinkler Design and Layout I (2-3) 3 hrs.
Familiarizes the student with the various types of automatic sprinkler systems and how to select the most appropriate system based upon the occupancy and hazard classification. The course considers hydraulic calculations, design and installation requirements, and the production, use and interpretation of sprinkler drawings.
Prerequisite:
FIS 224 and MET 101 with grades of C or better or consent of instructor.

FIS 253 Fire Sprinkler Design and Layout II (2-3) 3 hrs.
Familiarizes the student with special fire protection systems and devices used with automatic sprinkler systems. These specialized water storage devices include fire pumps, standpipe systems, water storage tanks, and alarm signaling devices. High pile, rack storage and exposure protection systems are considered.
Prerequisite:
Prior or concurrent enrollment in FIS 252 with a grade of C or better.

FIS 262 Water Supply Analysis (3-0) 3 hrs.
Studies municipal water supply requirements, system design and flow measurements for fire protection.