Oct 23, 2026  
Palo Verde College 2026-2027 Catalog 
    
Palo Verde College 2026-2027 Catalog

FST 116 - Fire Apparatus Driver/ Operator 1B Pump Operations


Credits: 1.5

Prerequisite: CA DL, Class A, B or C, with a fire fighter endorsement,
Description: This course provides the student with information on pump construction and theory of pump operations. Topics include methods for performing basic hydraulics and techniques on basic inspections, documentation, maintenance, and troubleshooting fire pumps. Each student also has the opportunity to increase his or her pumping skills during simulated pumping conditions.

Transferable
Transferable to CSU only

General Education:
Not approved for General Education

Student Learning Outcomes:
  1. Demonstrate appropriate skills to earn Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator I certification.


Total Course In-Class (Contact) Hours: 40
Course Duration (Weeks): 18
Weekly Student Hours (In-Class) Lecture Hours: 1.33
Weekly Student Hours (In-Class) Lab Hours: 0.88