FST 274 - Fire Control 5A; Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting Initial Training

Credits: 1.75

Prerequisite: FST 080 or equivalent as approved by the Vice President of Instruction and Student Services.
Description: This course is designed to develop fundamental skills in combating aircraft fires by providing the students with a thorough understanding of Airport Familiarization; Aircraft Familiarization; Rescue and Firefighting Personnel Safety; Emergency Communications on the Airport; Use of Fire Hose, Nozzles, Turrets, and Other Appliances; Application of Extinguishing Agents; Emergency Aircraft Evacuation Assistance; Firefighting Operations; Adapting and Using Structural Rescue and Firefighting Equipment for Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting; Aircraft Cargo Hazards; Dangerous Goods; Familiarization with Firefighters’ Duties under the Airport Emergency Plan; Interior and Exterior Fire Attack Using a Live-Fire Simulator.

Transferable
Transferable to CSU only

General Education:
Not approved for General Education

Student Learning Outcomes:

Demonstrate understanding of the concepts, principles and procedures in combating aircraft fires.
Demonstrate firefighting skill through use of an ARFF live-fire simulator.

Total Course In-Class (Contact) Hours: 40
Course Duration (Weeks): 18
Weekly Student Hours (In-Class) Lecture Hours: 1.77
Weekly Student Hours (In-Class) Lab Hours: 0.44