FIRE 0172. Intermediate Wildland Fire Behavior S-290
Units: 2
Prerequisite: Completion of FIRE 171 with grade of "C" or better or a certified S-190 course as prescribed by the National Wildfire Coordinating Group
Hours: 40 lecture
Aligns with S-290 Intermediate Fire Behavior of the National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG). Provides professional development related to the topic of wildland fire behavior. Provides instruction in the identification and prediction of wildland fire behavior in various fuel types and under varying weather conditions. Prepares municipal, county, state, and federal fire personnel to meet certification standards set forth by the National Inter-agency Incident Management System. (C-ID FIRE 241X) (not transferable)
FIRE 0172 - Intermediate Wildland Fire Behavior S-290
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Catalog Description DESCRIPTION IS HERE: Prerequisite: Completion of FIRE 171 with grade of "C" or better or a certified S-190 course as prescribed by the National Wildfire Coordinating Group Hours: 40 lecture Description: Aligns with S-290 Intermediate Fire Behavior of the National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG). Provides professional development related to the topic of wildland fire behavior. Provides instruction in the identification and prediction of wildland fire behavior in various fuel types and under varying weather conditions. Prepares municipal, county, state, and federal fire personnel to meet certification standards set forth by the National Inter-agency Incident Management System. (C-ID FIRE 241X) (not transferable) Units 2 Lecture-Discussion 40 Laboratory By Arrangement Contact Hours 40 Outside of Class Hours Course Student Learning Outcomes Compare and contrast three methods of heat transfer. List the seven wildland fire environment factors to monitor on the fireline. Describe how rate of spread and flame length react to changes in fuel, fuel moisture, wind and slope. Explain the significance of the earth’s “heat balance.” Course Content Outline I.The Fire Environment II.Topographic Influences III.Fuels IV.Weather Processes V.Temperatures and Relative Humidity VI.Atmospheric Stability VII.Wind Systems VIII.Keeping Current with Weather IV.Observing Weather V.Fuel Moisture VI.Extreme Fire Behavior VII.Fire Behavior Fireline Decisions Course Objectives Course Objectives 1. Identify and describe the characteristics of fuels, weather, and topography that influence wildland fire behavior. 2. Interpret, apply, and document wildland fire behavior and weather information. 3. Define extreme fire behavior on a wildland fire. Methods of Evaluation Objective Examinations Reports Skill Demonstrations Reading Assignments 1. The student will read a General Weather Forecast and be prepared to discuss and identify specific information that is relevant to Fire Behavior Predictions. 2. The student will read the material in the textbook on basic weather information, and will then calculate Fine Dead Fuel Moisture and Probability of Ignition for provided scenarios. Writing, Problem Solving or Performance 1. Describe the different effects between cold air and warm air at the same elevation on a fire. 2. Explain what happens to atmospheric pressure when air descends to lower elevations. Other (Term projects, research papers, portfolios, etc.) Methods of Instruction Lecture/Discussion Distance Learning Other materials and-or supplies required of students that contribute to the cost of the course.
Fire Technology
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The Fire Technology program prepares students for a career in the fire service and provides educational and training opportunities for employed and volunteer firefighters.
Course Identification Numbering System (C-ID)
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