Fire Protection Technology
81 courses · San Diego Miramar College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Fall 2026 · Spring 2027
FIPT 101 Fire Protection Organization
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 48 - 54 hours lecture
This course introduces students to the philosophy and history of fire protection as well as to career opportunities in fire protection and related fields. Topics include fire loss analysis; the organization and function of public and private fire protection services and systems; the fire department as part of local government; laws and regulations affecting the fire service; fire service nomenclature; basic fire chemistry and physics; and fire strategy and tactics. This course is intended for students majoring in Fire Technology or anyone interested in fire protection.
FIPT 102 Fire Prevention Technology
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 48 - 54 hours lecture
This course provides fundamental information about the history and philosophy of fire prevention and the organization and operation of fire prevention bureaus. Other topics include the use of fire codes; the identification and correction of fire hazards; and the relationships among fire prevention, fire safety education, and fire detection and suppression systems. This course is intended for students majoring in Fire Technology.
FIPT 103 Fire Protection Equipment and Systems
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 48 - 54 hours lecture
This course provides students with an overview of fire protection equipment and systems. Topics include the design and operational features of fire detection and alarm systems; heat and smoke control systems; special protection and sprinkler systems; water supply for fire protection; and portable fire extinguishers. This course is intended for students majoring in Fire Technology.
FIPT 104 Building Construction for Fire Protection
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 48 - 54 hours lecture
This course introduces building construction components that relate to fire safety. Students learn about key building inspection factors such as construction and structure design; pre-fire planning operations; and operating at fires. Other topics include the development and evolution of building and fire codes in relation to past fires in residential, commercial, and industrial occupancies. This course is intended for students majoring in Fire Technology.
FIPT 105 Fire Behavior and Combustion
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 48 - 54 hours lecture
This course introduces students to the theory and fundamentals of fire behavior including how fires start; how and why they spread; and how they are controlled. Topics include fire chemistry and physics; fire characteristics of materials; extinguishing agents; and fire control techniques. This course is intended for students majoring in Fire Technology or anyone interested in fire science.
FIPT 107 Fire Fighting Tactics and Strategy
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 48 - 54 hours lecture
This course provides an in-depth analysis of the principles of fire control through utilization of personnel, equipment, pre-planning fire problems, and extinguishing agents on the fire ground. Topics include a review of fire chemistry, methods of fire attack, and basic fire fighting tactics and strategy. This course is intended for students majoring in Fire Technology.
FIPT 109 Fire Service Hydraulics
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 48 - 54 hours lecture
This course introduces students to hydraulics laws and formulas as they relate to fire service. Students perform calculations to assure adequate water pressures and volumes used for fire department operations. Other topics include the principles of fluid pressure; fire pump operation and design; hose line construction and capability; and community water supply capabilities. This course is intended for students majoring in Fire Technology.
FIPT 111 Fire Apparatus and Equipment
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 48 - 54 hours lecture
This course introduces students to the specifications, design, construction features, and operational capabilities of mobile and fixed firefighting apparatus. Topics include the effective deployment, utilization, and performance of pumpers, ladder trucks, and related specialized equipment under emergency conditions. This course is intended for students preparing for employment as firefighters.
FIPT 120 Firefighter Safety and Survival
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 48 - 54 hours lecture
This course provides students with the basic principles and history related to the national firefighter life safety initiatives, with a focus on the need for cultural and behavior change throughout the emergency services. Topics include assessment of fire dangers; common fire situations; risk abatement; personal preparation for unforeseen fire emergencies; roles and responsibilities in educating the public on fire safety; and development of a survival attitude. Students learn problem-solving techniques for increased situational awareness and self-reliance in emergencies. This course is intended for students majoring in Fire Technology; practicing firefighters and other emergency service personnel; or anyone with an interest in fire safety.
FIPT 125 Report Writing for the Fire Service
- Units
- 2
- Hours
- 24 - 27 hours lecture/24-27 hours lab
- Advisory
- ENGL C1000 with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent
This course covers forms, formats, and techniques of written reports used in the Fire Service. Topics include report content and form; principles of clear writing; report writing steps; applications of report writing in the Fire Service; and the use of report writing technology. Students learn how to gather, record, and organize facts from a fire or Emergency Medical Services (EMS) incident and then use those facts to describe the incident in a complete, clear, concise, and correctly formatted narrative report. Students also learn to prepare various personnel-related reports. This course is intended for students majoring in Fire Technology or anyone seeking to improve Fire Service report writing skills.
FIPT 150A Introduction to Fire Suppression and Maintenance Manipulative Tasks (Beginning)
- Units
- 1.5
- Hours
- 72-81 hours lab
This course introduces the applied operation and maintenance of basic rescue and fire suppression apparatus and equipment. Topics include ropes, ladders, and other equipment; forcible entry techniques; search and rescue; and physical fitness training. This course is intended for students majoring in the field of fire technology or those interested in a career in the fire service. This course is a requirement for Firefighter I Certification.
FIPT 150W Wildland Firefighter Safety and Survival
- Units
- 2.5
- Hours
- 24 - 27 hours lecture/48 - 61 hours lab
This course provides students with fundamental knowledge of the factors affecting wildland fires including fuel, weather, topography, prevention, fire behavior, and public education. Students also learn about control techniques common to all agencies involved in wildland fire control. Course content includes certification in L-180, S-130, S-190, and Wildland Basic Firefighter Safety and Survival Level 1. Students are required to complete manipulative wildland training sessions to certify in S-130. This course is a requirement for Firefighter I Certification.
FIPT 270 Work Experience
- Units
- 1-4
- Hours
- 54 - 216 hours other
This work experience course of supervised employment is designed to assist students to acquire career awareness, work habits, attitudes and skills related to the student's college major. One unit of credit may be earned for every 54 hours of work experience. A maximum of fourteen credit hours for all work experience subject areas may be earned during one enrollment period.
FIPT 311A Swiftwater Rescue Technician I
- Units
- 0.5
- Hours
- 24 - 36 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- LFGD 101 with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent
This course is an intensive three-day training in swiftwater rescue skills. Course format consists of one day of classroom instruction followed by two days of developing and practicing water rescue skills. The course emphasizes self-rescue skills in swift moving water. Other topics include water dynamics; hazards and obstacles; basic rescue equipment; technical rope systems; and in-water contact rescue.
FIPT 321D Driver Operator - Driving
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 4 - 5 hours lecture/36 - 43 hours lab
This course meets the technical and driving requirements established by the State Fire Marshal for fire emergency vehicles. Topics include state code requirements for emergency vehicles; fire apparatus specifications and design; construction features; performance factors; basic inspection and maintenance of fire apparatus; and driving and placement exercises of pumpers.
FIPT 321P Driver Operator - Pumping
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 4 - 5 hours lecture/36 - 43 hours lab
This course meets the technical and practical requirements for using fire department pumpers. Topics include fire apparatus pumping specifications; testing; design and construction features; performance factors; and field hydraulics.
FIPT 322A Common Passenger Vehicle Rescue Technician
- Units
- 0.5
- Hours
- 24 - 40 hours lab
- Advisory
- EMGM 105A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent or EMGM 350 with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent and FIPT 381G with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent or FIPT 381S with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent
This course provides the knowledge and skills to prepare an emergency responder to extricate victim(s) from a common passenger vehicle in a safe and effective manner in accordance with Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) policies and procedures. Topics include sizing up an incident; creating an incident action plan; establishing safety zones; mitigating hazards; stabilizing and creating access and egress openings for rescue from a vehicle resting on its wheels, side, and roof or in a multi-hazard configuration or environment; disentangling and removing victims; and terminating an incident. This course incorporates awareness, operations, and technician training based on National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1006 standard.
FIPT 322B Confined Space Rescue Awareness
- Units
- 0.2
- Hours
- 1 hours lecture/7 hours lab
This course provides an introduction to the hazards, equipment, and operational positions of safe and legal confined space entry. It also includes a review of California Division of Occupational Safety and Health (Cal-OSHA) regulations with regard to permit-required confined spaces. This course is intended for personnel with confined spaces within their areas of responsibility, including current or future public safety personnel. This course is a requirement for Firefighter I Certification.
FIPT 322C Firefighter Survival
- Units
- 0.5
- Hours
- 24-27 hours lab
This course provides information, skills, and techniques designed to assist in avoiding fatal errors on the fireground. Students learn to avoid situations that could cause them to become lost, trapped, or injured at a fire scene. Topics include firefighter survival terminology, survival attitude, situational awareness, and problem-solving techniques intended to provide self-reliance in an emergency. Course instruction includes the use of case studies to analyze common factors in line-of-duty deaths (LODDs). This course is a requirement for Firefighter I Certification.
FIPT 322D Behavioral Health and Cancer Awareness 1A
- Units
- 0.2
- Hours
- 1 hours lecture/7 hours lab
This course provides awareness-level information on behavioral health and cancer for front-line responders. Topics include the impacts of stress; factors and practices for resilience; types, prevalence, and causes of cancer; carcinogenic chemicals; and cancerous contaminants. This course is a requirement for Firefighter I Certification.
FIPT 322F Low Angle Rope Rescue Operational
- Units
- 0.5
- Hours
- 24-27 hours lab
This California Fire Training and Education System course equips students with the information, techniques, and methods needed for utilizing rope, webbing, hardware friction devices, and litters in low angle rescue situations. Topics include rappelling; rope and related equipment; anchor systems; safety lines; stretcher lashing and rigging; mechanical advantage systems; and single line/tow line rescue systems.
FIPT 322G Open Water Rescuer - Basic
- Units
- 0.5
- Hours
- 24 - 40 hours lab
- Advisory
- FIPT 381G with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent Firefighter I certification or FIPT 381S with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent Firefighter I certification
This course improves an individual’s level of comfort and confidence for safely and proficiently performing contact rescues in static and surf water conditions. Safety is strongly emphasized throughout the class. Risk management is reinforced during every skill to establish the student's level of comfort in the water and to identify and overcome limitations. Swimming, stroke technique, and body positioning in the water are covered. Other topics include reading and understanding water flow and surf; contact rescues using rescue buoy devices and boards; dealing with combatant victims; self-rescues; and rescues of multiple victims, both conscious and unconscious. The entire course meets the requirements of swimming contact rescue of National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1670 and NFPA 1006 Chapter 11, sections 11.2, Chapter 15, sections 15.2.
FIPT 323A Hazardous Materials: First Responder Awareness (FRA)
- Units
- 0.2
- Hours
- 1 hours lecture/7 hours lab
This course provides students information on hazardous materials (hazmat) notification and reporting requirements for fire department personnel who may witness or discover a hazmat leak, spill, or discharge. The course meets or exceeds the requirements of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 29 1910.120 and the California Code of Regulations (CCR) Title 8.
FIPT 323B Hazardous Materials: First Responder Operational (FRO)
- Units
- 0.5
- Hours
- 24-27 hours lab
- Advisory
- FIPT 323A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent
This course provides students with a fundamental knowledge of the factors affecting operating procedures at a hazardous materials (hazmat) incident. It is intended to improve the capabilities of the First Responder to respond to a hazmat event in a safe and competent manner, within the typical resource and capability limits at the "operational" level. The course emphasizes the requirements of the California State Board of Fire Services Certified Firefighter I training (Hazmat Operations), International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) standards, and Professional Qualifications (ProBoard) requirements. It also meets the First Responder Operational Hazmat Emergency Response certified course requirements of California Code of Regulations (CCR) Title 19, Division 2, Chapter 1, Subchapter 2, Sections 2510-2560. This course is a requirement for Firefighter I Certification.
FIPT 323C Hazardous Materials Incident Commander
- Units
- 0.5
- Hours
- 4 hours lecture/12 - 20 hours lab
- Advisory
- FIPT 381F with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent
This course provides the tools a person needs to assume control of an emergency response to a hazardous materials incident. Topics include hazard assessment, risk management, legal compliance, and protective action implementation. Instructional methods include class activities, case studies and tabletop exercises with emphasis on applied decision making. This course is intended for practicing firefighters seeking advancement to the company officer level.
FIPT 324A Basic Incident Command System (NIMS ICS 100 & 200)
- Units
- 0.5
- Hours
- 4 - 4.5 hours lecture/12-13.5 hours lab
This course covers the first two levels of Incident Command System (ICS) training: ICS 100 and 200. ICS 100 introduces the ICS and provides the foundation for higher level ICS training. ICS 100 topics include the history, features, principles, and organizational structure of the ICS as well as the relationship between the ICS and the National Incident Management System (NIMS). ICS 200 prepares students to operate efficiently during an incident or event within the ICS, including functioning in an ICS supervisory position. This course is intended for students majoring in Fire Technology. This course is a requirement for Firefighter I Certification.
FIPT 324B I-300: Intermediate ICS
- Units
- 0.5
- Hours
- 8 - 9 hours lecture
This course consists of Incident Command System (ICS) Training Modules 7-11. It expands on the Basic ICS and Standardized Emergency Management System (SEMS) by providing more description and detail of the organization and operation of the ICS. Topics include management of resources, duties of all positions, and examples of how the essential principles are used in incident or event planning. This course is intended for practicing emergency response personnel.
FIPT 324C I-400: Advanced ICS
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 16 - 18 hours lecture
This course consists of Incident Command System (ICS) Training Modules 12-15. It expands on the ICS and Standardized Emergency Management System (SEMS) by providing more description and detail of the organization and operation of the ICS. Topics include large scale organization development, roles and relationships of primary staff, considerations related to large and complex incident or event management, area command, and the importance of interagency coordination. This course is intended for practicing emergency response personnel.
FIPT 324D Intermediate Wildland Fire Behavior S-290
- Units
- 0.5
- Hours
- 32 - 44 hours lab
This classroom-based skills course prepares prospective supervisors to undertake safe and effective fire management operations. This second course in a series continues developing fire behavior prediction knowledge and skills. Students also focus on fire environment differences and local conditions. This course is intended for practicing firefighters.
FIPT 324E ICS 300: Intermediate Incident Command System for Expanding Incidents
- Units
- 0.5
- Hours
- 24-27 hours lab
This course provides training for personnel who require advanced application of the Incident Command System (ICS) and expands upon information covered in the ICS 100 and ICS 200 courses. Topics focus on the responsibilities of each ICS organizational element, positions, and roles and responsibilities of deputies and assistants. Other topics include reporting and working relationships for technical specialists and agency representatives. This course is intended for first responders pursuing career advancement.
FIPT 332A Confined Space Rescue Technician
- Units
- 0.5
- Hours
- 32 - 40 hours lab
- Advisory
- FIPT 322B with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent
This advanced rescue system course focuses on removing victims trapped in exceedingly difficult and/or large-scale entrapments. Students learn how to use specialized equipment and follow proper operating procedures. The course emphasizes the history, philosophy, organization, and operation of a confined space rescue; code reference; identification and correction of confined space rescue hazards; and the relationship between fire rescue safety education and monitoring systems.
FIPT 332B Rescue Systems 1: Basic Rescue Skills
- Units
- 0.5
- Hours
- 32 - 40 hours lab
- Advisory
- FIPT 322F with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent or FIPT 381G with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent or FIPT 381S with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent
This course provides training in heavy rescue techniques. Students learn how to use rescue equipment, construct rescue systems, package rescuers, and manage rescue scenes. Topics include rescue scene considerations and management; rescue rope and related equipment; lifting and moving heavy objects; breaching and breaching operations; ladder rescue systems; and structure shoring systems.
FIPT 332D Rope Rescue Awareness and Operations
- Units
- 0.5
- Hours
- 40 hours lab
This course provides the knowledge and skills to prepare an emergency responder to conduct operations-level tower rescue operations in a safe and effective manner in accordance with Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) policies and procedures. Topics include Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and rope rescue equipment; incident size up, planning, and support; constructing anchor systems; placing edge protection; constructing and using fall protection systems; constructing and operating lowering systems, simple, compound, and complex rope mechanical advantage systems, and ladder rescue systems; rescue operations in low-angle and high-angle environments; and incident termination. This course incorporates awareness and operations training based on National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1006. This course is intended for firefighters and lifeguards already employed seeking State Fire Training Certification in Rope Rescue Technician.
FIPT 332E Rope Rescue Technician
- Units
- 0.5
- Hours
- 40 hours lab
- Advisory
- FIPT 322F with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent and FIPT 332B with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent
This California Fire Training and Education System course equips students with the information, techniques, and methods needed to perform high angle rope rescues and to participate in the engineering and operation of simple to complex rescue systems. Topics include rope and related equipment; anchor systems; high angle victim packaging; line systems; rescue scene organization and management; and various high angle rescue techniques.
FIPT 332F Trench Rescue Technician
- Units
- 0.5
- Hours
- 24-27 hours lab
- Advisory
- FIPT 332B with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent
This course prepares students to work safely and efficiently in a trench rescue environment. Topics include trench and excavation regulations; soil characteristics; trench configurations and hazards; rescue team preparation; incident response; initial on-scene and pre-entry operations; shoring systems, components, and installation; victim rescue and recovery; and incident termination.
FIPT 340 Company Officer 2A: Human Resource Management for Company Officers
- Units
- 0.5
- Hours
- 32 - 44 hours lab
- Advisory
- FIPT 381F with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent
This course provides information on the use of human resources to accomplish assignments. Topics include evaluating member performance; supervising personnel; and integrating health and safety plans, policies, and procedures into daily activities as well as the emergency scene. This course is intended for practicing firefighters seeking advancement to the company officer level.
FIPT 341 Company Officer 2B: General Administration Functions for Company Officers
- Units
- 0.5
- Hours
- 4 hours lecture/12 - 20 hours lab
- Advisory
- FIPT 381F with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent
This course provides information on general administrative responsibilities of a fire company officer. Other topics include the implementation of department policies and procedures as well as conveying the fire department's role, image, and mission to the public. This course is intended for practicing firefighters seeking advancement to the company officer level.
FIPT 342 Company Officer 2C: Fire Investigation and Inspection for Company Officers
- Units
- 0.5
- Hours
- 32 - 44 hours lab
- Advisory
- FIPT 381F with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent
This course provides information on conducting inspections; identifying hazards and addressing violations; performing a fire investigation to determine preliminary cause; and securing the incident scene and preserving evidence.
FIPT 343 Company Officer 2D: All Risk Command Operations for Company Officers
- Units
- 0.5
- Hours
- 32 - 44 hours lab
- Advisory
- FIPT 323C with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent and FIPT 381F with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent
This course prepares students to conduct a variety of command operations. Topics include incident size-up; initial plans of action involving single and multiunit operations for various types of emergency incidents; situation mitigation utilizing agency safety procedures; pre incident planning; and post-incident analysis. This course is intended for practicing firefighters seeking advancement to the company officer level.
FIPT 344 Company Officer 2E: Wildland Incident Operations for Company Officers
- Units
- 0.5
- Hours
- 32 - 44 hours lab
- Advisory
- FIPT 324D with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent and FIPT 343 with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent and FIPT 381F with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent
This course provides information on Wildland Urban Interface (WUI) command operations. Topics include evaluating and reporting incident conditions; analyzing incident needs; developing and implementing a plan of action to deploy incident resources; suppressing a wildland fire; establishing an incident command post; creating an Incident Action Plan (IAP); and completing incident records and reports. This course is intended for practicing firefighters seeking advancement to the company officer level.
FIPT 345 Fire and Emergency Services Instructor: Instructor Methodology
- Units
- 0.5
- Hours
- 40 hours lab
- Advisory
- FIPT 381F with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent
This course covers fundamental principles and techniques of instruction with an emphasis on applied instruction in the fire service. Topics include course outline and lesson plan development; instructional aids; classroom environment management; legal and ethical issues; and instructor accountability and liability. This course is intended for practicing firefighters seeking advancement to the company officer level.
FIPT 345B Fire and Emergency Services Instructor II
- Units
- 0.5
- Hours
- 40 hours lab
- Advisory
- FIPT 345 with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent
This course provides students the opportunity to develop, receive feedback, and finalize instructional materials as well as deliver two teaching demonstrations. Topics include lesson plan development, ancillary components, and tests in accordance with the latest concepts in vocational education. This course is intended for practicing firefighters seeking additional training in instructional practices.
FIPT 345C Ethical Leadership for Instructors
- Units
- 0.2
- Hours
- 8 hours lab
This course provides the knowledge and skills needed to identify the value of ethical behavior in instructional settings, describe how ethical norms influence individual ethics, identify a personal ethical perspective and core values and how they impact communication and ethical decision making, and make an ethical decision using an ethical decision-making model, in order to assist in making ethical decisions when faced with an ethical dilemma in an instructional setting and carry out the roles and responsibilities of an State Fire Training (SFT) instructor in an ethical manner. This course is intended for students seeking to become qualified State Fire Training (SFT) Instructor.
FIPT 350 Chief Fire Officer 3
- Units
- 2.5
- Hours
- 8 - 9 hours lecture/96-108 hours lab
This course provides the student with a basic knowledge of the requirements of Fire Chief. Topics include human resource management, budget and fiscal responsibilities, general administration functions, and emergency services delivery functions. This course meets the requirements for Fire Chief by combining the four California State Fire Marshal Fire Chief Officer courses. It is intended for current Battalion Chiefs and Company Officers aspiring to promote to Battalion Chief and above.
FIPT 350A Fire Officer 3A: Human Resource Management
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 48 - 54 hours lecture
This course provides the skills and knowledge needed for a Fire Officer 3 to safely, effectively, and competently develop plans for providing employee accommodation and hiring procedures; establish minimum staffing requirements; apply California Firefighter Bill of Rights (FBOR) requirements; encourage participation in professional development; develop a continuing education and training program, promotion procedures and programs, proposals for improving employee benefits; evaluate toxic exposure and behavioral health policies and procedures; develop a measurable accident and injury prevention program. This course is one of three required courses for students seeking State Fire Training (SFT) Chief Officer certification.
FIPT 350B Fire Officer 3B: Finance and Administration
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 48 - 54 hours lecture
This course provides the skills and knowledge needed for a Fire Officer 3 to safely, effectively, and competently develop a model plan for continuous organizational improvement, direct a department record management system, analyze and interpret records and data, evaluate an inspection program, develop a community awareness program, develop a budget management system, develop a division or departmental budget, and describe the process for ensuring competitive bidding. This course is one of three required courses for students seeking State Fire Training (SFT) Chief Officer certification.
FIPT 350C Fire Officer 3C: Command of Expanding Incidents
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 48 - 54 hours lecture
This course provides the skills and knowledge needed for a Fire Officer 4 to safely, effectively, and competently command an expanding incident including integrating fire service resources into a community emergency plan; developing or improving a plan to use mutual aid agreements; identifying assistive technology; initiating, assuming, or transferring command; developing and maintaining situational awareness; implementing a risk management process; managing an integrated communication network; establishing effective command and control communications; developing an effective incident organization; developing and using an incident action plan; deploying and managing resources; revising the incident action plan; transitioning, transferring, or terminating command; and developing post-incident analysis and maintaining incident records. This course fulfills the coursework requirements for Extended Attack Incident Task Commander (NWCG S300). This course is one of three required courses for students seeking State Fire Training (SFT) Chief Officer certification.
FIPT 351A Fire Inspector 1A: Inspection and Code Enforcement
- Units
- 0.5
- Hours
- 24-27 hours lab
- Advisory
- ENGL C1000 with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent and FIPT 125 with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent
This course provides students with a basic knowledge of the roles and responsibilities of a Fire Inspector I. Topics include legal responsibilities and authority; codes and standards; the inspection process; confidentiality and privacy requirements; and ethical conduct. Students also learn fire inspection administrative tasks including preparing inspection reports; recognizing the need for a permit or plan review; investigating common complaints; and participating in legal proceedings.
FIPT 351B Fire Inspector 1B: Fire and Life Safety
- Units
- 0.5
- Hours
- 24-27 hours lab
- Advisory
- FIPT 351A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent and ENGL C1000 with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent
This course provides students with a basic knowledge of fire and life safety related to the roles and responsibilities of a Fire Inspector I. Topics include building construction; occupancy classifications and load; means of egress; hazardous conditions; fire growth potential; fire flow; and emergency planning and preparedness measures.
FIPT 351C Fire Inspector 1C: Field Inspection
- Units
- 0.5
- Hours
- 24-27 hours lab
- Advisory
- FIPT 351A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent and FIPT 351B with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent and ENGL C1000 with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent
This course provides students with a basic knowledge of field inspection roles and responsibilities of a Fire Inspector I. Topics include basic plan review; emergency access for an existing system; hazardous materials; and the operational readiness of fixed fire suppression systems, existing fire detection and alarm systems, and portable fire extinguishers.
FIPT 351D Fire Inspector 1D: Field Inspection - California Specific
- Units
- 0.2
- Hours
- 16 - 18 hours lab
- Advisory
- FIPT 351A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent and FIPT 351B with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent and FIPT 351C with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent and ENGL C1000 with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent
This course provides students with a basic knowledge of a Fire Inspector I’s field inspection roles and responsibilities specific to California codes and standards. Topics include tents, canopies, and temporary membrane structures; fireworks and explosives; and wildland urban interface environments.
FIPT 352A Fire Inspector 2A Fire Prevention Administration
- Units
- 0.2
- Hours
- 16 - 20 hours lab
- Advisory
- FIPT 351A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent and FIPT 351B with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent and FIPT 351C with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent and FIPT 351D with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent ; OR California State Fire Prevention 1A, 1B, and 1C certification ;OR Five (5) years' experience as a fire inspector in a California fire agency
This course provides students with a basic knowledge of the administrative requirements related to the roles and responsibilities of a Fire Inspector 2, including processing permit and plan review applications, enforcing permit regulations, investigating complex complaints, recommending modifications to codes and standards, recommending policies and procedures for inspection services, generating written appeals correspondence, initiating legal action, evaluating inspection reports, and proposing technical reference material acquisition. It is intended for students seeking employment as a fire inspector.
FIPT 352B Fire Inspector 2B Fire and Life Safety Requirements
- Units
- 0.5
- Hours
- 24-27 hours lab
- Advisory
- FIPT 352A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent
This course provides students with a basic knowledge of fire and life safety requirements related to the roles and responsibilities of a Fire Inspector 2 including occupancy classification, egress elements, emergency plans and procedures, occupant loads, building construction, and fire growth potential. It is intended for students seeking employment as a fire inspector.
FIPT 352C Fire Inspector 2C Inspecting New and Existing Fire and Life Safety Systems and Equipment
- Units
- 0.2
- Hours
- 16 - 20 hours lab
- Advisory
- FIPT 352B with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent
This course provides students with a basic knowledge of inspection requirements related to the roles and responsibilities of a Fire Inspector 2 including inspection of life safety systems and building services equipment, fire protection systems, and emergency access criteria. It is intended for students seeking employment as a fire inspector.
FIPT 352D Fire Inspector 2D Hazardous Materials, Operations, and Processes
- Units
- 0.5
- Hours
- 32 - 40 hours lab
- Advisory
- FIPT 352C with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent
This course provides students with a basic knowledge of hazardous materials, operations, and processes related to the roles and responsibilities of a Fire Inspector 2 including hazardous conditions, flammable and combustible liquids and gases, and hazardous materials. It is intended for students seeking employment as a fire inspector.
FIPT 353A Plan Examiner 1A - Building Plan Review
- Units
- 0.5
- Hours
- 24-27 hours lab
This course provides the knowledge and skills that prepare a plan examiner to carry out administrative responsibilities associated with plan review services and evaluate plans for new buildings in accordance with applicable codes and standards and jurisdictional policies and procedures. It is intended for students seeking California State Fire Training Plan Examiner certification.
FIPT 353B Plan Examiner 1B - Fire Protection and Life Safety Systems Plan Review
- Units
- 0.5
- Hours
- 24-27 hours lab
- Advisory
- FIPT 353A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent
This course provides the knowledge and skills that prepare a plan examiner to evaluate fire flow compliance and identify requirements and review installation plans for fire protection and life safety systems. It is intended for students seeking California State Fire Training Plan Examiner certification.
FIPT 353C Plan Examiner 1C - Hazards and Special Operations Plan Review
- Units
- 0.5
- Hours
- 28 hours lab
- Advisory
- FIPT 353B with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent
This course provides the knowledge and skills that prepare a plan examiner to evaluate plans associated with new construction, systems integration, alternative compliance, wildland urban interface areas, and special operations including hazardous materials and high-piled combustible storage. It is intended for students seeking California State Fire Training Plan Examiner certification.
FIPT 354A Fire Marshal 1A - Administration and Professional Development
- Units
- 0.2
- Hours
- 18 - 24 hours lab
This course provides an overview of the administrative roles and responsibilities of the Fire Marshal. Topics include the administrative tasks of managing a fire prevention bureau, personnel management, strategic and operational planning, budgeting, management information systems, and professional development programs. It is intended for students seeking California State Fire Training’s Fire Marshal certification.
FIPT 354B Fire Marshal 1B - Community Relations & Fire and Life Safety Education
- Units
- 0.2
- Hours
- 18 - 24 hours lab
This course provides an overview of the knowledge and skills needed to manage fire protection agency community relations and fire and life safety education programs. Topics include developing relationships; presenting safety proposals; creating media communication strategies and policies and participating in media interviews; creating a collaborative fire and life safety education partnership; managing a fire and life safety education strategy, organizational awareness campaign, and reports; and implementing and evaluating fire and life safety programs. It is intended for students seeking California State Fire Training’s Fire Marshal certification.
FIPT 354C Fire Marshal 1C - Fire Investigation Program Management
- Units
- 0.2
- Hours
- 18 - 24 hours lab
This course provides an overview of the knowledge and skills needed to administer fire investigation requirements. Students learn to review documentation intended for litigation or resolution, conduct investigative analysis, manage technical resources, develop and manage a comprehensive investigation program, and construct a resource plan for investigations with allied groups. It is intended for students seeking California State Fire Training’s Fire Marshal certification.
FIPT 354D Fire Marshal 1D - Community Risk Reduction Program Management
- Units
- 0.2
- Hours
- 18 - 24 hours lab
This course provides an overview of the knowledge and skills needed to manage a community risk reduction program. Students learn to evaluate target risks and emergency incident data; manage a data and information management program; interpret data and information to a conduct risk analysis; create, implement, and evaluate a risk management solution or program; integrate risk management solutions with community stakeholders; and design and implement facilitation plans. It is intended for students seeking California State Fire Training’s Fire Marshal certification.
FIPT 354E Fire Marshal 1E - Regulatory Programs Management
- Units
- 0.5
- Hours
- 29 - 32 hours lab
This course provides an overview of the knowledge and skills needed to manage fire service regulatory programs. Topics include the adoption, modification, and maintenance of codes, standards, and jurisdictional requirements; inspection, plan review, design review, appeals, record-keeping, permit, and complaint reconciliation processes; and compliance interpretation; alternative means/methods/materials, and interagency coordination programs. It is intended for students seeking California State Fire Training’s Fire Marshal certification.
FIPT 355A Fire and Life Safety Educator 1
- Units
- 0.5
- Hours
- 28 - 32 hours lab
This course provides the skills and knowledge needed for a Fire and Life Safety Educator to safely and effectively deliver educational programs. It is intended for students seeking California State Fire Training’s Fire and Life Safety Educator 1 certification.
FIPT 355B Fire and Life Safety Educator 2
- Units
- 0.5
- Hours
- 21 - 24 hours lab
This course provides the skills and knowledge needed for an experienced Fire and Life Safety Educator to safely, effectively, and competently prepare educational programs and information to meet identified needs. It is intended for students seeking California State Fire Training’s Fire and Life Safety Educator 1 certification.
FIPT 355C Fire and Life Safety Educator 3
- Units
- 0.5
- Hours
- 32 - 40 hours lab
This course provides the skills and knowledge needed for an experienced Fire and Life Safety Educator to safely, effectively, and competently create, administer, and evaluate educational programs and information. It is intended for students seeking California State Fire Training’s Fire and Life Safety Educator 1 certification.
FIPT 356A Fire Investigation 1A - Basic Fire Investigation
- Units
- 0.5
- Hours
- 34 - 40 hours lab
- Advisory
- FIPT 105 with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent
This course provides information on securing the fire scene and determining the origin and cause of the fire. Topics include responsibilities of a fire investigator, securing the fire ground, conducting an exterior and interior survey, analyzing fire patterns, interpreting individual fire patterns, discriminating the effects of explosions, examining and removing fire debris, reconstructing the area of origin, and inspecting the performance of building systems. NFPA 1033 Standard Professional Qualifications for Fire Investigator is the basis for this course. This course is designed for students seeking State Fire Training (SFT) certification as a Fire Investigator.
FIPT 356B Fire Investigation 1B - Evidence and Documentation
- Units
- 0.5
- Hours
- 34 - 40 hours lab
This course provides information on fire scene documentation and evidence collection/preservation. Topics include photographing the scene, diagramming the scene, constructing investigative notes, processing evidence and establishing chain of custody, processing victims and fatalities, selecting evidence for analysis, maintaining a chain of custody, preparing a fire investigation report, and disposing of evidence. This course is based on the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1033 Standard for Fire Investigator Professional Qualifications. This course is designed for students seeking State Fire Training (SFT) certification as a Fire Investigator.
FIPT 356C Fire Investigation 1C - Preparation for Legal Proceedings
- Units
- 0.5
- Hours
- 34 - 40 hours lab
This course provides information on legal considerations for a court proceeding. Topics include coordinating expert resources, formulating an opinion, presenting investigative findings, and testifying during legal proceedings. NFPA 1033 Standard for Fire Investigator Professional Qualifications is the basis for this course. This course is designed for students seeking State Fire Training (SFT) certification as a Fire Investigator.
FIPT 362A In-service Fire Training Modules
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 192 - 240 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- FIPT 381F with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent Firefighter I card or FIPT 381G with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent Firefighter I card or FIPT 381S with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent Firefighter I card
This in-service fire training course updates, improves, and assesses the knowledge, skills, and abilities of fire crews. During the course students complete Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)-1 recertification and wildland/urban interface training. Other topics include hazardous materials, weapons of mass destruction, Motor Vehicle Incident (MVI) / Mass Casualty Incident (MCI) training, Aircraft Rescue Firefighting (ARFF), and incident command position responsibilities.
FIPT 380W Basic Wildland Firefighter Academy
- Units
- 2.5
- Hours
- 16 - 18 hours lecture/72-81 hours lab
This California Department of Forestry (CDF)/United States Forest Service (USFS) Firefighter I Basic Academy course introduces students to knowledge and skills related to wildland fire control. Topics emphasize the safe and efficient performance of tasks expected of wildland firefighters. This course is intended for students currently employed or seeking employment as firefighters.
FIPT 381F Regional Firefighter I Academy
- Units
- 9
- Hours
- 432-486 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- EMGM 105A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent EMT certificate
- Advisory
- FIPT 101 with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent and FIPT 150A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent and FIPT 150W with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent and FIPT 323B with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent and FIPT 324A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent and FIPT 332A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent
This course provides students with the theory, techniques, and psychomotor skills needed to be a firefighter. Topics include the fire service's role in society; principles of fire behavior; firefighter health and safety; fire equipment operation and maintenance; and fire fighting tasks and techniques. The course emphasizes the requirements of the California State Board of Fire Services Certified Firefighter I training, International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) standards and Professional Qualifications (ProBoard) requirements. This course combined with FIPT 381G Firefighter I Academy Skills Review and Certification satisfies all training requirements for the IFSAC Firefighter I certification.
FIPT 381G Firefighter I Academy Skills Review and Certification
- Units
- 1.5
- Hours
- 72 - 95 hours lab
- Advisory
- FIPT 381F with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent
Fire Fighter 1 Skills Review/Exam covers all skills and knowledge needed for the entry level Fire Fighter with a focus on the International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) and National Board on Fire Services Professional Qualifications (Pro Board) certifications through State Fire Training. Other topics include principles of structural firefighting, hazardous materials and wildland fire fighting. This course is intended for students actively seeking California State Fire Fighter I certification.
FIPT 381P Firefighter I Test Preparation and Fire Control 3
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 48-54 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- FIPT 150C with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent
This course prepares students for the California Firefighter I (2019) certification exams according to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1001 Professional Qualifications for Firefighter I. Topics include summary reviews of fire department operations; personal protective equipment (PPE); building construction; ropes and knots; hand and power tools; fire behavior; water and hose systems; property conservation and overhaul; strategy and procedures for structure and vehicle fires; and firefighter safety and survival. Students also develop hands-on skills in combating structure fires using a live-fire simulator. This course meets the requirements for Fire Control 3 Certification and also prepares students to take the Firefighter I (2019) Written and Skills Exam. The exam is approximately one week in duration and covers the structure, wildland, and hazmat requirements needed to earn the Firefighter I Certification.
FIPT 381S San Diego City Basic Firefighter I Academy
- Units
- 13
- Hours
- 624-702 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- EMGM 105A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent EMT certificate
- Advisory
- FIPT 101 with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent and FIPT 150A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent and FIPT 150W with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent and FIPT 323B with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent and FIPT 324A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent and FIPT 332A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent
This course provides students with the theory, techniques, and psychomotor skills needed to be a firefighter in the San Diego Fire-Rescue Department (SDFD). Topics include the fire service's role in society; principles of fire behavior; firefighter health and safety; fire equipment operation and maintenance; basic fire fighting tasks and techniques; and SDFD-specific policies and procedures. The course emphasizes the requirements of the California State Board of Fire Services Certified Firefighter I training, International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) standards, and Professional Qualifications (ProBoard) requirements. This course satisfies all training requirements for the IFSAC Firefighter I certification. Open enrollees are selected through the “open enrollee lottery” before each academy.
FIPT 392L Special Topics in Fire Management
- Units
- 0.5-4.5
- Hours
- 24-243 hours lab
This course provides students with sound management principles needed for the transition from supervisor to manager in the fire service. Management principles and practices are taught from a variety of different focus areas that may vary from term to term. Focus areas may include: human relations, group dynamics, conflict resolution, financial planning, budget preparation and control, diversity management, and labor relations, among others. Focus areas are listed in the class schedule and student transcripts. This course is intended for practicing firefighters.
FIPT 392S Special Topics in Fire Management
- Units
- 0.2
- Hours
- 1 hours lecture/7 - 20.5 hours lab
This course provides students with sound management principles needed for the transition from supervisor to manager in the fire service. Management principles and practices are taught from a variety of different focus areas that may vary from term to term. Focus areas may include: human relations, group dynamics, conflict resolution, financial planning, budget preparation and control, diversity management, and labor relations, among others. Focus areas are listed in the class schedule and student transcripts. This course is intended for practicing firefighters.
FIPT 393L Special Topics in Hazardous Materials
- Units
- 0.5-4.5
- Hours
- 24-243 hours lab
This course provides students with sound information and practices in dealing with hazardous materials incidents. Hazardous material principles and practices are taught from a variety of different focus areas that may vary from term to term. Focus areas may include: Hazardous Materials Incident Commander, Hazardous Materials Technician, Hazardous Materials Safety Officer, Hazardous Materials Specialist, Hazardous Materials Decontamination, Hazardous Materials Mitigation, or Hazardous Materials Weapons of Mass Destruction, among others. Focus areas are listed in the class schedule and student transcripts. This course is intended for practicing firefighters.
FIPT 393S Special Topics in Hazardous Materials
- Units
- 0.2
- Hours
- 1 hours lecture/7 - 20.5 hours lab
This course provides students with information and practices in dealing with hazardous materials incidents. Hazardous material principles and practices are taught from a variety of different focus areas that may vary from term to term. Focus areas may include: Hazardous Materials Incident Commander, Hazardous Materials Technician, Hazardous Materials Safety Officer, Hazardous Materials Specialist, Hazardous Materials Decontamination, Hazardous Materials Mitigation, or Hazardous Materials Weapons of Mass Destruction, among others. Focus areas are listed in the class schedule and student transcripts. This course is intended for practicing firefighters.
FIPT 394L Special Topics in Firefighting Tactics
- Units
- 0.5-4.5
- Hours
- 24 - 243 hours lab
This course provides professional training in various kinds of firefighting tactics and related activities. Fundamental skills and techniques used by firefighters in the regular execution of their duties are taught from a variety of different focus areas that may vary from term to term. Focus areas may include various kinds of firefighting tactics, vehicle or equipment operation, or firefighter safety and survival, among others. Focus areas are listed in the class schedule and student transcripts. This course is intended for practicing firefighters.
FIPT 394S Special Topics in Firefighting Tactics
- Units
- 0.2
- Hours
- 1 hours lecture/7 - 20.5 hours lab
This course provides professional training in various kinds of firefighting tactics and related activities. Fundamental skills and techniques used by firefighters in the regular execution of their duties are taught from a variety of different focus areas that may vary from term to term. Focus areas may include various kinds of firefighting tactics, vehicle or equipment operation, or firefighter safety and survival, among others. Focus areas are listed in the class schedule and student transcripts. This course is intended for practicing firefighters.