FIRE 1114 - Fire Fighter II

Description
Continuation of the knowledge and skills necessary for students to be certified as a Firefighter at the second level of certification based upon NFPA Standard 1001 - Firefighter Professional Qualifications. Upon successful completion of FIRE 1104 and FIRE 1114, a representative of the Arkansas Fire Academy will test students.

Pre-Requisite
Completion of FIRE 1104 with a grade greater than or equal to C.

4 Credit Hour(s)

Contact Hours
60 lecture hours

4 Faculty Load Hour(s)

Semesters Offered
Summer

ACTS Equivalent
N/A

Grade Mode
A-F

Learning Outcomes
Students completing this course will:

Demonstrate understanding of knowledge that is criterion-referenced and required for standards outlined in NFPA Standard 1001. This will be demonstrated by successful completion of written exams for each unit of study and a final exam.
Demonstrate successful mastery of skills required for standards outlined in NFPA Standard 1001. This will be demonstrated by performance based exam for each unit of study, and by a final performance based exam.
Acknowledge the necessity to apply his or herself, as to develop a competent level of knowledge and skill necessary, recognizing the nature of the life-saving importance inherent within this field of study.

General Education Outcomes Supported

Students develop higher order thinking skills.

Standard Practices
Topics list

Implementing the Incident Management System
Construction Materials and Building Collapse
Rescue and Extrication Tools
Vehicle and Special Extrication
Hydrant Flow and Operability
Hose Tools and Appliances
Foam Fire Streams
Ignitable Liquid and Flammable Gas Fire Control
Fire Detection, Alarm, and Suppression Systems
Fire Cause and Origin
Radio Communications and Incident Reports
Pre-Incident Surveys

Assessments

1. Written exams passed with a minimum 70% over all cognitive objectives based on NFPA Standard 1001, Firefighter II level.
2. Observation and clinical/practical evaluation of mastery of all psychomotor skills required based on NFPA Standard 1001, Firefighter II level.
3. Observation of students synthesizing the knowledge and skills, along with the concept of the importance of a qualified entry-level Firefighter and the life and property saving aspects of the profession.