Fire Technology - Courses
Fire Technology offers two degree programs: Fire Science and Fire Protection. Fire Technology students acquire a broad range of knowledge that allows them to begin at entry level positions in different aspects of the fire service and other fire protection related occupatons.
Recent graduates have successfully transferred their Associate Degree credits to Keene State College, University of New Haven, Oklahoma State University, Granite State College, and other bachelor degree programs.
LFIR1240 Principles of Emergency Services CL3 L0 CR3
This course provides an overview to fire protection and emergency services; career opportunities in fire protection and related fields; culture and history of emergency services; fire loss analysis; organization and function of public and private fire protection services; fire departments as part of local government; laws and regulations affecting the fire service; fire service nomenclature; specific fire protection functions; basic fire chemistry and physics; introduction to fore protection systems, introduction to fire strategy and tactics; life safety initiatives
LFIR1270 Fire Behavior and Combustion CL3 L0 CR3
This course explores the theories and fundamentals of how and why fires start, spread and are controlled.
LFIR1310 Fire Protection Systems CL3 L0 CR3
This course provide information relating to the features of design and operation of fire alarm systems, water-based fire suppression systems, special hazard fire suppression systems, water supply for fire protection and portable fire extinguishers.
LFIR1360 Fireground Procedures CL2 L6 CR6
This course teaches the student basic fireground procedures including fire department organization, forcible entry, fire behavior, personal protective equipment, and other related subjects necessary for entry-level firefighters. Successful completion of this course certifies the student in Firefighter I through the State of NH Fire Standards and Training.(Prerequisite: 0900)
LFIR1400 Building Construction for Fire Protection CL3 L0 CR3
This course provides the components of building construction related to firefighter and life safety. The elements of construction and design of structures are shown to be key factors when inspecting building, preplanning fire operations, and operating at emergencies.
LFIR1600 Fire Prevention CL3 L0 CR3
This course provides fundamental knowledge relating to the field of fire prevention. Topics include: history and philosophy of fire prevention; organization and operation of a fire prevention bureau; use and application of codes and standards; plans review; fire inspections; fire and life safety education; an fire investigation.
LFIR2000 Advanced Fireground Procedures CL1 L6 CR3
Teaches the student advanced fireground procedures, incident command system, vehicle rescue and extrication, water supply, foam streams, detection systems, and other related subjects necessary for entry-level firefighters. Successful completion of this course certifies the student in Firefighter II through the State of NH Fire Standards and Training. (Prerequisite: LFIR1360)
LFIR2100 Fire Inspector I CL3 L0 CR3
This course provides the student with an in-depth review of the skills attendant to the duties of a Fire Inspector. The student will learn the minimum tasks required of a Fire Inspector. Included in this course are research, interpretation of codes, implementing policy, testifying at legal proceedings, creating forms and job aids, code enforcement inspections and analysis of new and existing structures and properties for construction, occupancy, fire protection and exposures. Successful completion of this course certifies the student in Fire Inspector I through the State of NH Fire Standards and Training. (Prerequisite: LFIR1310, LFIR1400, and LFIR1600).
LFIR2230 Fire Prevention/Codes and Standards CL3 L0 CR3
A study of the various codes and standards used in fire protection and applying the laws to the State of New Hampshire as well as regional and national model ordinances and federal regulations. Methods and techniques of fire prevention through inspection, pre-incident planning, and public fire education are applied in classroom and field environments. (Not available after summer 2011)
LFIR2240 Strategy and Tactics CL3 L0 CR3 This course provides the principles of fire ground control through utilization of personal, equipment, and extinguishing agents. (Prerequisite: LFIR1270 and LFIR1400).
LFIR2241 Tactics and Strategies Unit 1 CL1 L0 CR1
This unit’s main focus is on pre-fire planning and size up. (Not available after summer 2011)
LFIR2242 Tactics and Strategies Unit 2 CL1 L 0 CR1
This unit’s main focus is on fireground management. (Not available after summer 2011)
LFIR2243 Tactics and Strategies Unit 3 CL1 L0 CR1
This unit’s main focus is on tactical considerations. (Not available after summer 2011)
LFIR2250 Emergency Medical Technician – Basic CL1 L6 CR3
This course covers all emergency medical techniques required of the Emergency Medical Technicians in the provision of emergency care with an ambulance/fire service. Successful completion of the course allows the student to sit for the National Registry of Emergency Technicians’ written and practical examination. (Prerequisite: Approval of department chair for non-Fire Science students)
LFIR2255 Hazardous Material Chemistry CL3 L0 CR3
This course provides basic chemistry relating to the categories of hazardous materials including recognition, identification, reactivity, and health hazards encountered by emergency services.
LFIR2260 Emergency Medical Technician – Intermediate CL1 L6 CR3
This course covers all emergency medical techniques required of the Emergency Medical Technician at the intermediate level in the provision of emergency care with an ambulance/fire service. Successful completion of the course allows the student to sit for the National Registry of Emergency Technician Intermediate level written and practical examination. (Prerequisites: LFIR2250, approval of instructor, health insurance, and affiliation)
LFIR2280 Incident Command CL3 L0 CR3
Command control for chief officers, pre-incident preparation, size-up, incident command system and management, and catastrophic disasters. (Prerequisite: Approval of department chair) (Not available after summer of 2011)
LFIR2281 Incident Command Unit 1 CL1 L0 CR1
This unit’s main focus is on preparing incident command. (Not available after summer 2011)
LFIR2282 Incident Command Unit 2 CL1 L0 CR1
This unit’s main focus is on command initial response. (Not available after summer 2011)
LFIR2283 Incident Command Unit 3 CL1 L0 CR1
This unit’s main focus is on multi-company operations. (Not available after summer 2011)
LFIR2300 Advanced Fire Codes & Standards CL3 L0 CR3
This course prepares the student to use fire codes and standards at an advanced level. An in-depth study of common fire codes provides the student with the knowledge needed to perform fire inspections and fire investigations, review fire protection system designs, understand electrical installations and have the resources to answer code related questions pertaining to fire protection. (Prerequisite: LFIR2100)
LFIR2350 Hazardous Materials CL3 L0 CR3
This course covers the study of hazardous materials and their properties and characteristics. The study of direct and indirect reading instruments and strategies for their use are introduced. Selection and use of personal protective equipment and basic scene control techniques are also covered. (Not available after summer 2011)
LFIR2360 Fire Investigation I CL3 L0 CR3
This course is intended to provide the student with the fundamentals and technical knowledge needed for proper fire scene interpretations, including recognizing and conducting origin and cause, preservation of evidence and documentation, scene security, motives of the firesetter, and types of fire causes. (Prerequisite: LIFR1270 and LFIR1400)
LFIR2365 Fire Investigation II CL3 L0 CR3
This course is intended to provide the student with advanced technical knowledge on the rule of law, fire scene analysis, fire behavior, evidence collection and preservation, scene documentation, case preparation and court-room testimony. (Prerequisite: LFIR2360).
LFIR2400 Teaching Methodology CL3 L0 CR3
This course explores the learning-teaching process. It covers behavioral objectives, lesson plans, training aids and factors, such as learning disabilities, that influence the learning climate. Upon completion of this course and Firefighter I through the State of NH, the student is eligible for State certification as a municipal instructor. (Not available after summer 2011)
LFIR2420 Fire Instructor I CL3 L0 CR3
This course provides the fire, EMS or emergency services instructor with the basic knowledge to prepare and deliver modern training programs. Successful completion of this course certifies the student in Fire Instructor I through the State of NH Fire Standards and Training. (Prerequisite: LFIR1360)
LFIR2450 Fire & Life Safety Education CL3 L0 CR3
This course provides information relating to the field of fire and life safety education.
LFIR2500 Fire Protection Hydraulics and Water Supply CL3 L0 CR3
This course provides a foundation of theoretical knowledge in order to understand the principles of the use of water in fire protection, and to apply hydraulic principles to analyze and to solve water supply problems. (Prerequisite: LMAT0931 or required math elective).
LFIR2501 Hydraulics and Water Supply Analysis Unit 1 CL1 L0 CR1
This unit’s main focus is on driver safety and vehicle systems.(Not available after summer 2011)
LFIR2502 Fire Protection Hydraulics and Water Supply Unit 2 CL2 L0 CR2
Study of fire protection hydraulics including fire flow and friction loss calculations for fire streams using mobile fire pumps. (Prerequisite: DC approval).
LFIR2503 Fire Protection and Water Supply Analysis Unit 3 CL1 L0 CR1
Study of fire protection hydraulics including fire flow and friction loss calculation for underground and above ground water distribution systems. (Prerequisite: LFIR2502)
LFIR2510 Criminal Law CL3 L0 CR3
This course covers the scope, purpose, and definition of substantive criminal law including criminal liability, major elements of statutory and common law offenses, and significant defenses.(Not available after summer 2011)
LFIR2530 Applied Law CL3 L0 CR3
The focus of Applied Law is on the crime of arson, classifications, elements of proof, intent, conspiracy, responsibility, and common defenses. New Hampshire law and surrounding states’ statutes will be discussed. (Not available after summer 2011)
LFIR2550 Occupational Health and Safety CL3 L0 CR3
This course introduces the basic concepts of occupational health and safety as it relates to emergency service organizations. Topics include risk and hazard evaluations and control procedures for emergency service organizations.
