FIR 101 - Intro. Fire Protection Tech.

1. Illustrate the history of the fire service
   1. Illustrate and explain the history 
   2. Analyze the culture of the fire service
   3. Describe how fire departments are organized
   4. Describe the various specializations within the fire service
   5. Describe fire department SOPs, rules, and regulations that affect a Fire Fighter I
   6. Explain ways that fire departments may interact with other organizations and agencies
   7. Explain the roles and duties of a Fire Fighter I
2. Analyze Fire Dynamics
   1. Explain the basic principles of fire science
   2. Describe how thermal energy impacts fire behavior
   3. Explain the function of fuel within the combustion process
   4. Explain the function of oxygen within the combustion process
   5. Explain the self-sustained chemical reaction involved in flaming combustion
   6. Differentiate among the stages of fire development
3. Compare and contrast the components and development of the fire and emergency services
   1. Describe the major organizations that provide emergency response services, and explain how they interrelate
   2. Explain the scope, purpose, and organizational structure of fire and emergency services
   3. Differentiate between fire service training and education
   4. Explain the value of higher education to the professionalization of the fire service
   5. Define the role of national, state, and local support organizations in fire and emergency services
   6. Describe the common types of fire and emergency service facilities, equipment, and apparatus.
   7. Compare and contrast effective management concepts for various emergency situations
4. Incorporate Firefighter Personal Protective Equipment, Health and Safety
   1. Describe the various types and uses of personal protective equipment (PPE) worn by firefighters
   2. Describe the inspection, cleaning, and maintenance of PPE
   3. Describe conditions that require the use of respiratory protection equipment
   4. Identify self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) components
   5. Demonstrate the importance of wellness and fitness as it relates to emergency services
5. Analyze careers in fire and emergency services
   1. Identify fire protection and emergency-service careers in both the public and private sector
   2. Explain the primary responsibilities of fire prevention personnel, including code enforcement, public information, and public and private protection systems
   3. Develop the components of career preparation and goal setting
6. Characterize Fire Hose Operations and Fire Suppression Systems
   1. Describe characteristics of fire hose
   2. Describe methods of supplying water for firefighting operations
   3. Describe methods used to deploy fire hose
   4. Explain the science behind fire suppression
   5. Describe methods for suppressing structural fires
   6. Explain the role of firefighters with regards to supporting fire protection systems during fire suppression