FTEC 105 — Fire Behavior and Combustion
Units: 3 Lecture Hours: 54 Lab Hours: 0 Outside Hours: 108 Grading Method: Letter Credit Status: Credit, degree applicable Conditions of Enrollment: Recommended Preparation: FTEC 101 This course examines the theory and fundamentals of how and why fires start, spread, and are controlled, as well as an in-depth study of fire chemistry and physics, fire characteristics of materials, extinguishing agents, and fire control techniques. FTEC 1 15 - Fire Academy (Not Transferable) Units: 15 Lecture Hours: 162 Lab Hours: 333 Outside Hours: 324 Grading Method: Letter Credit Status: Credit, degree applicable Conditions of Enrollment: Prerequisites: FTEC 101 and FTEC 105 with a minimum grade of C Enrollment Limitations: Possession of a National Registry Card or possession of a valid Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) license as required by the California State Fire Marshal’s Office; Pass a Fire Fighter Physical Agility Test (FPAT) or Candidate Physical Agility Test (CPAT) within the last 6 months as required by the California State Fire Marshal’s Office; Pass a physical examination according to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Standard #1582; Pass the Compton College Fire Physical Qualification Test; and Possess a valid California driver’s license. This course is designed for the student who wishes to prepare for entry-level positions as a firefighter and work toward becoming certified as a Fire Fighter 1, as specified by the California State Fire Marshal’s office. Student