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Catalog Description Advisory: Certificate of completion from FEMA such as: Incident Command System (ICS) 100 or/Introduction to the Incident Command System (IS) 100 or/National Incident Management System (NIMMS) 100 or other equivalent as determined by the Fire Technology Coordinator Hours: 12 lecture Description: Aligns with I-200: Incident Command System of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMS) ICS Program. This course is an introduction to the Incident Command System (ICS) National Training curriculum. Includes principles and features, organization overview, incident facilities, resources, and common responsibilities. ICS 200 certification is the minimum requirement for attending ICS 200 level courses and functioning in a Unit Leader position during an incident. (C-ID FIRE 231X) (not transferable) Course Student Learning Outcomes CSLO #1: Describe and explain the basic terminology used in the Incident Command System. CSLO #2: Describe the use of branches, divisions, and groups within the Operations Section and provide supervisory titles associated with each level. CSLO #3: Create an ICS organization appropriate to a small incident using an Incident Briefing form. CSLO #4: Determine the need for proper incident resource management. Effective Term Fall 2026 Course Type Credit - Degree-applicable Contact Hours 12 Outside of Class Hours 24 Total Student Learning Hours 36 Course Objectives 1. Describe and explain the basic terminology used in the Incident Command System; 2. Analyze how the incident organization expands or contracts to meet operational needs of the incident or event; 3. Investigate the use of branches, divisions, and groups within the Operations Section and provide supervisory titles associated with each level; 4. Assemble a list of the essential elements of information involved in transfer of command; 5. Assign organizational positions with appropriate ICS sections; 6. Create an ICS organization appropriate to a small incident using an Incident Briefing form; 7. Compare each of the principal facilities used in conjunction with ICS and explain the purpose and use of each; 8. Assess which facilities may be located together at an incident or event; 9. Assess how the various incident facilities are used and managed to support an incident or event; 10. Identify appropriate map symbols associated with incident facilities; 11. Evaluate the need for proper incident resource management; 12. Analyze three ways of managing resources and the advantages of each; 13. Justify the purpose of resource typing; 14. Compare the three resource status conditions used at an incident and the purpose and limits associated with each; 15. Investigate how resource status is changed, how notification of changes are made, and how status is maintained at an incident or event; 16. Outline actions to be accomplished prior to leaving for an incident or event; 17. Analyze the steps involved at incident check-in; 18. Assess major personal responsibilities at an incident or event; and 19. Diagram the major steps necessary in the incident or event demobilization process. General Education Information Approved College Associate Degree GE Applicability CSU GE Applicability (Recommended-requires CSU approval) Cal-GETC Applicability (Recommended - Requires External Approval) IGETC Applicability (Recommended-requires CSU/UC approval) Articulation Information Not Transferable Methods of Evaluation Objective Examinations Example: Students will take a multiple-choice test on the components of the Incident Command staff. Standard Grading. Example question: How many positions make up the command staff? A. 1, B. 2, C. 3, D. 4 Reports Example: Students will write a report outlining the duties and responsibilities of the Operations Section Chief. Rubric Grading. 2. Students will write a report comparing the requirements of a Strike Team to the requirements of a Task Force. Rubric Grading. Repeatable No Methods of Instruction Lecture/Discussion Lecture: The instructor will lecture on general responsibilities of command and general staff within the incident command system. Students will work in small groups to identify the responsibilities of the various sub-positions within the system. The instructor will lead a discussion on the theory of span of control. The students will then discuss in small groups when the principles of span of control may be modified and be prepared to provide specific examples in the class. Typical Out of Class Assignments Reading Assignments 1. The student will read the material from the text on common responsibilities of various ICS positions and be prepared to give specific examples of the responsibilities in a classroom discussion. 2. The student will read the material identifying the correct titles of personnel in various supervisory positions and will then complete a worksheet where they will diagram the incident command system organizational structure. Writing, Problem Solving or Performance 1. Diagram the basic ICS organization including the command staff and general staff positions. 2. Identify and defend when branches, divisions and groups, strike teams and task forces and single resources should be utilized. Other (Term projects, research papers, portfolios, etc.) Required Materials IS200/ICS200 Basic ICS for Initial Response Author: FEMA Federal Emergency Management Agency Publisher: Publication Date: 2025 Text Edition: Classic Textbook?: OER Link: OER: https://training.fema.gov Other materials and-or supplies required of students that contribute to the cost of the course. FEMA @ https://training.fema.gov/allhazards/

The Fire Technology program prepares students for a career in the fire service and provides educational and training opportunities for employed and volunteer firefighters.

Catalog Description Prerequisite: Completion of California State Firefighter II educational requirements; completion of FIRE 0173 and FIRE 0241 with grades of "C" or better Hours: 40 (24 lecture, 16 laboratory) Description: Designed for the working firefighter. Provides information on conducting incident size-up; developing and implementing an initial plan of action involving single and multi-unit operations for various types of emergency incidents to mitigate the situation following agency safety procedures; conducting pre-incident planning; and developing and conducting a post-incident analysis. One of a series of courses required for Company Officer certification by California State Fire Training. (CSU-with unit limitation) Course Student Learning Outcomes CSLO #1: Describe the principles of command. CSLO #2: Evaluate emergency scene conditions and determine tactical priorities. CSLO #3: Identify national, state and local resources available for mitigation of emergencies. CSLO #4: Construct a post incident analysis. CSLO #5: Dramatize incident actions on various emergency situations. Effective Term Fall 2026 Course Type Credit - Degree-applicable Contact Hours 40 Outside of Class Hours 48 Total Student Learning Hours 88 Course Objectives Lecture Objectives: 1. Describe principles of command. 2. Analyze and compare standard operating procedures for emergency operations. 3. Evaluate emergency scene conditions and determine tactical priorities. 4. Outline an incident action plan. 5. Describe elements of a post incident analysis. 6. Identify national, state and local resources available for mitigation of emergencies. 7. Identify command staff and unit supervision positions within the incident management system. 8. Describe how to correctly interpret response data to identify the reasons for service demands. Laboratory Objectives: 1. Develop an incident action plan. 2. Assemble an incident action plan. 3. Dramatize incident actions on various emergency situations. 4. Construct a post incident analysis. 5. Formulate a written report outlining service demands and organizational service levels. General Education Information Approved College Associate Degree GE Applicability CSU GE Applicability (Recommended-requires CSU approval) Cal-GETC Applicability (Recommended - Requires External Approval) IGETC Applicability (Recommended-requires CSU/UC approval) Articulation Information CSU Transferable Methods of Evaluation Essay Examinations Example: In a short essay, students will describe the strategic objectives for the company officer upon arrival at a multi-family dwelling fire. Grading based on a rubric created by the instructor and shared with students. Objective Examinations Example: Students will be given a multiple-choice test on the incident management system. Standard grading. Example question: How many incident Command Posts should be at a large multi-jurisdictional incident? A. 1 B. 2 C. 3 D. As many as may be needed to mitigate the emergency. Problem Solving Examinations Example: Students will use one of several hydraulic formulas for determining fire flow requirements for a 20,000 square foot building. Pass/ Fail grading based on industry standards. Skill Demonstrations Example: Students will be provided a factual scenario involving a structure fire. The student will demonstrate the proper actions to command and control the emergency. Designed to identify a student’s ability to address immediate problems, take and mitigate the emergency. Grading will be based upon a rubric. Repeatable No Methods of Instruction Laboratory Lecture/Discussion Distance Learning Lab: The instructor will lecture on standard operating guidelines and provide examples of said guidelines. Students will then write a standard operating guideline for a given firefighting evolution. Lecture: The instructor will lead a discussion on ethical responsibility and command presence. Students will then work in small groups to develop a list ethical and command presence topics that may be observed on the fireground. The material will then be discussed with the rest of the class. Distance Learning Following an instructor demonstration, students will demonstrate, through simulation, the ability implement a plan of action and to manage initial actions at a incident. Typical Out of Class Assignments Reading Assignments 1. Read the material in the textbook about "report on conditions" and then prepare an initial report on conditions for a provided fire scenario. 2. Read the chapter in the textbook on pre-incident planning and draft a pre-incident action plan. Writing, Problem Solving or Performance 1. Read the material in the textbook about "report on conditions" and then prepare an initial report on conditions for a provided fire scenario. 2. Read the chapter in the textbook on pre-incident planning and draft a pre-incident action plan. Other (Term projects, research papers, portfolios, etc.) Required Materials Fire Officer Principles and Practice Author: Michael Ward, MGA FIFireE Publisher: Jones and Bartlett Publication Date: 2020 Text Edition: 4th Classic Textbook?: OER Link: OER: Field Operations Guide, ICS 420-1 Author: FEMA Publisher: U.S. Fire Administration Publication Date: 2024 Text Edition: Classic Textbook?: OER Link: OER: Other materials and-or supplies required of students that contribute to the cost of the course.

Catalog Description Prerequisite: Completion of FIRE 0241 with grade of "C" or better Hours: 24 lecture Description: Covers organization and staffing, incident resources management, organizing for incidents or events, incident and event planning and air operations within the Incident Command System national training curriculum. (pass/no pass grading) (not transferable) Course Student Learning Outcomes CSLO #1: Analyze how ICS fits into the Command and Management component of NIMS. CSLO #2: Explain relationships and information flow within the fire service. CSLO #3: Diagram the process for developing incident objectives, strategies, and tactics. CSLO #4: Explain the basic principles of resource management within the fire service. CSLO #5: Compare and contrast the differences between planning for incidents and events within the fire service. Effective Term Fall 2026 Course Type Credit - Degree-applicable Contact Hours 24 Outside of Class Hours 48 Total Student Learning Hours 72 Course Objectives 1. Analyze how ICS fits into the Command and Management component of NIMS; 2. Diagram reporting relationships and information flow within the organization; 3. Defend how incidents can best be managed by appropriate and early designation of primary staff members and by delegating authority to the lowest practical level; 4. Create a list of the minimum staffing requirements within each organizational element for at least two incidents of different sizes; 5. Compare methods and tools used to assess incident/event complexity; 6. Investigate types of agency(ies) policies and guidelines that influence management of incident or event activities; 7. Diagram the process for developing incident objectives, strategies, and tactics; 8. Develop and discuss the steps in transferring and assuming incident command; 9. Outline the primary features of Unified Command; 10. Differentiate how Unified Command functions on a multi-jurisdiction or multi-agency incident; 11. List the advantages of Unified Command; 12. Separate roles and reporting relationships under a Unified Command that involves agencies within the same jurisdiction and under multi-jurisdiction conditions; 13. Investigate and explain the basic principles of resource management; 14. Evaluate key considerations associated with resource management and the reasons for each; 15. Construct a matrix of the organizational elements at the incident that can order resources; 16. Differentiate between single-point and multi-point resource ordering and the reasons for each; 17. Compare and contrast the differences between planning for incidents and events; 18. Assess major planning steps including logistical concerns, cost-benefit analysis, understanding the situation, developing and implementing the plan, and evaluating the plan; 19. Identify when the Incident Action Plan (IAP) should be prepared in writing; 20. Assess the role and use of ICS forms and supporting materials included in an IAP for effective incident/event management; 21. Assess the impact of agency-specific policies, procedures, and agreements upon demobilization planning; 22. Assemble a list of ICS titles of personnel who have responsibilities in developing and implementing the demobilization plan and investigate their duties; 23. Outline the major sections in a demobilization plan; and 24. Identify the need for transfer of command or closeout. General Education Information Approved College Associate Degree GE Applicability CSU GE Applicability (Recommended-requires CSU approval) Cal-GETC Applicability (Recommended - Requires External Approval) IGETC Applicability (Recommended-requires CSU/UC approval) Articulation Information Not Transferable Methods of Evaluation Objective Examinations Example: Students will take a multiple-choice test on the situational awareness. Standard Grading. Example question: Situational awareness is the perception of, A. what the incident is doing, B. changes in the incident, C. your future actions, D. All of the above. Problem Solving Examinations Example: Student will work as a team to identify the differences and similarities between planning for incidents versus events. Rubric Grading. Repeatable No Methods of Instruction Lecture/Discussion Lecture: Instructor will lead a discussion of the need to manage various types and sizes of incidents. Specific incidents and events will be examined to determine how well they were managed using the incident command system. Instructor will lecture on how ICS Form 215 and ICS Form 215A facilitate management of incidents/events. Students will then fill out these forms for a simulated train derailment. Typical Out of Class Assignments Reading Assignments 1. The student will read the text information on organizing incidents and events. Students will work in small groups developing a list of organizational similarities and differences for the two occurrences and be prepared to discuss them in class. 2. The student will read the material in the text on incident command positions and diagram the major organizational elements. Writing, Problem Solving or Performance 1. Develop an Incident Action Plan for a simulated major sporting event. 2. Develop a demobilization plan for a simulated wildland fire incident. Other (Term projects, research papers, portfolios, etc.) Required Materials National Incident Management System Principles and Practice Author: Walsh, Christen, Lord, Miller, Maniscalo, Callsen, Dolan Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Publication Date: 2012 Text Edition: 2nd Classic Textbook?: OER Link: OER: I-300: Intermediate ICS for Expanding Incidents Author: Publisher: FEMA (Fed Emerg Management Agency Website Publication Date: 2025 Text Edition: Classic Textbook?: OER Link: OER: https://www.fema.gov/emergency-managers/nims Other materials and-or supplies required of students that contribute to the cost of the course. https://cdp.dhs.gov/femasid

Catalog Description Formerly known as FIRE 202 Prerequisite: Completion of FIRE 0241 with grade of "C" or better or a certified Hazardous Materials First Responder Operational course; and I-100 (Basic Incident Command System) or equivalent as determined by the Fire Technology Program Coordinator Hours: 24 lecture Description: Provides participants with the capability to assume the role of Incident Commander, as defined in the Occupational Safety and Health Act Hazardous Waste Operations (OSHA HAZWOPR) regulation, during an emergency response to an actual or potential hazardous materials release. (C-ID FIRE 232X) (not transferable) Course Student Learning Outcomes CSLO #1: Describe the primary hazardous materials protective action options. CSLO #2: Demonstrate and outline incident response objectives, an incident Action Plan, and a Site Safety Plan. CSLO #3: Identify the potential action response options (defensive, offensive and non-intervention). Effective Term Fall 2026 Course Type Credit - Degree-applicable Contact Hours 24 Outside of Class Hours 48 Total Student Learning Hours 72 Course Objectives 1. State the role of the Incident Commander (IC) as defined by state and federal regulations. 2. Identify the laws, regulations and plans that govern an emergency response to a hazardous materials incident. 3. Collect and interpret hazard and response information from sources such as printed reference material, technical resources, computer databases and monitoring equipment. 4. Estimate potential outcomes within an endangered area 5. Write incident response objectives 6. Identify the potential action response options (defensive, offensive and non-intervention) available 7. Demonstrate the ability to approve an appropriate level of personal protective equipment commonly to use in a hazardous materials incident 8. Determine if response objectives should be defensive, offensive and/or non-interventional. 9. Apply principles of Operational Risk Management to choose appropriate response objectives. 10. Implement ICS for a simulated incident to include: notification procedures; use of non-local resources; resource direction and support; and information transfer to the media and elected officials. 11. Write an Incident Action Plan consisting of at least an ICS form 201 and a site safety plan. 12. Identify government and private sector resources available to assist in an emergency response to a release of hazardous materials. 13. Evaluate the progress of the planned response 14. Apply tasks to terminate the emergency phase of a simulated hazmat incident 15. Describe the primary hazardous materials protective action options and identify factors to use in evaluating the selection of a protective action. General Education Information Approved College Associate Degree GE Applicability CSU GE Applicability (Recommended-requires CSU approval) Cal-GETC Applicability (Recommended - Requires External Approval) IGETC Applicability (Recommended-requires CSU/UC approval) Articulation Information Methods of Evaluation Classroom Discussions Example: The instructor will lead a discussion on a simulated train rail car emergency. During the discussion, students are expected to identify key hazards and mitigation measures to isolate the incident. Students are evaluated based on industry standard by correctly identifying problems and the steps necessary to control the incident. Objective Examinations Example: Students will be given a multiple choice test on the components of an Incident Action Plan. Standard Grading. Example Question: What is the primary component of an Incident Action Plan? Problem Solving Examinations Example: Students will work in groups on a hazardous materials scenario provided by the instructor. Students develop an incident action plan for the scenario outlining the critical elements of the scenario including: Key hazards, safety measures, control zones, organizational chart, resource needs, and incident demobilization plan. Students will be evaluated based on a rubric provided to the students. Repeatable No Methods of Instruction Lecture/Discussion Distance Learning Lecture: The instructor will lead a discussion on working with news media at Haz Mat incidents. The student will then write a press release to be provided to the media using a simulated Haz Mat scenario. The instructor will lecture on the need for scene management. Students will then work in groups to diagram an Incident Command organization chart and present their work to the class. Distance Learning Online instructor lecture on response options followed by students identifying the potential action response options for an instructor provided hazardous materials scenario. Students are to outline the actions and post for other students to review and provide comments followed by an online group discussion. Typical Out of Class Assignments Reading Assignments 1. The student will read the material in the text on disposing of hazardous waste and will fill out a uniform hazardous waste manifest and turn it in for evaluation. 2. The student will read the information on protective actions at a Haz Mat event and will create a list of the pro's and con's of sheltering in place and discuss their list in class. Writing, Problem Solving or Performance 1. Determine the physical hazards of unknown materials by identifying labels and placards and using the DOT ERG. 2. Develop an outline of items to cover in a post incident review. Other (Term projects, research papers, portfolios, etc.) Required Materials Emergency Response Guidebook Author: Department of Transportation Publisher: U.S. Department of Transportation Publication Date: 2024 Text Edition: Classic Textbook?: OER Link: OER: Chemistry of Hazardous Materials Author: Eugene Meyer Publisher: Brady Publication Date: 2018 Text Edition: 6th Classic Textbook?: OER Link: OER: Hazardous Materials, Managing the Incident Author: Gregory G. Noll and Michael S. Hildebrand Publisher: Jones and Bartlett Learning Publication Date: 2018 Text Edition: revised 4th Classic Textbook?: OER Link: OER: Other materials and-or supplies required of students that contribute to the cost of the course.