{ "college": "santa-ana-college", "edition": "2026-2027", "code": "FOT", "name": "Fire Officer Training", "sourceUrl": "https://sac.curriqunet.com/catalog/iq/36813/36822/36864", "courses": [ { "code": "FOT 008A", "subject": "FOT", "number": "008A", "title": "S-339 Division/Group Supervisor All Risk", "units": "1", "hours": "20 Lecture", "prerequisite": "Completion with a grade of \"C\" or better or a Passing grade in: FOT 033 I-400 Advanced ICS. Students must bring course completion certificate to first class session. and", "advisory": "Completion with a grade of \"C\" or better or a Passing grade in: Qualified as Task Force Leader (TFLD), OR Qualified as Incident Commander Type 3 (ICT3); or qualified as Incident Commander Type 4(ICT4) and any two Strike Team Leader positions (one must be STCR or STEN.", "cid": [], "transfer": [], "description": "This course prepares students to perform in the role of Division/Group Supervisor (DIVS). It provides instruction in support of the specific tasks of the Division/Group Supervisor, but will not instruct students in general management/supervision or in the Incident Command System (ICS), both of which the student should learn through prerequisite work. Topics include division or group management, organizational interaction, division operations, all-hazard operations, and tactical decision games (optional). The pre-course work consists of a professional reading assignment that can take from four to eight hours to complete. There is a final examination in this course.", "notes": [ "(Pass/No Pass Only)" ], "offered": [] }, { "code": "FOT 008E", "subject": "FOT", "number": "008E", "title": "S-445 Incident Training Specialist", "units": "0.5", "hours": "16 Lecture", "prerequisite": "Read the pre-course work orientation guide Wildland Fire Qualifications System Historical Overview. Complete the pre-course work questions by referencing the Wildland Fire Qualifications System Historical Overview and the NIMS Wildland Fire Qualification System Guide, PMS 310-1.", "cid": [], "transfer": [], "description": "Designated to train personnel to perform the duties of a Training Specialist. Duties include coordinating incident training opportunities and activities, ensuring the quality of training assignments, and completing documentation of the incident training. Additional course fees required for State Fire Training Certificate of Completion. This course may not be offered every semester. There may be additional material fees. Maximize class size: 40", "notes": [ "(Pass/No Pass Only)" ], "offered": [] }, { "code": "FOT 017", "subject": "FOT", "number": "017", "title": "Fire Control 5", "units": "1", "hours": "15 Lecture, 9.5 Lab", "cid": [], "transfer": [], "description": "This course provides students with the methods and techniques necessary for crash fire rescue (CFR) services at airports. Subjects include using conventional fire and specialized CFR apparatus, CFR extinguishing agents, types of aircraft, standby procedures, aqueous film forming foam, dual agent systems, and operations at crash scenes. The 24-hour class delivery includes a live burn.", "notes": [], "offered": [] }, { "code": "FOT 033", "subject": "FOT", "number": "033", "title": "ICS-400 Incident Command", "units": "0.5", "hours": "15 Lecture", "prerequisite": "ICS-100, Introduction to the ICS ICS-200, Basic ICS for Initial Response ICS-300, Intermediate ICS for Expanding Incidents ISO-700, National Incident Management System, An Introduction ISO-800, National Response Framework, An Introduction. Students must bring documentation of prerequisites to first class meeting. Failure to comply will result in student being dropped.", "cid": [], "transfer": [], "description": "This course provides training for personnel who require advanced application of the Incident Command System (ICS). This course expands upon information covered in ICS 100 through ICS 300 courses, which are prerequisites for the ICS 400 course.", "notes": [], "offered": [] }, { "code": "FOT 035", "subject": "FOT", "number": "035", "title": "Common Passenger Vehicle Rescue Technician Common Passenger Vehicle Rescue Technician (2021)", "units": "0.5", "hours": "6.25 Lecture, 17.75 Lab", "prerequisite": "IS-100, IS-200, IS-700, IS-800 (FEMA – online) Public Safety First Aid (CA Health and Safety Code 1979.182) CPR (CA Health and Safety Code 1979.182)", "cid": [], "transfer": [], "description": "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 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 NFPA 1006 (2021).", "notes": [ "(Pass/No Pass Only)" ], "offered": [] }, { "code": "FOT 044", "subject": "FOT", "number": "044", "title": "Fire Investigation 1A: Fire Origin and Cause Determination", "units": "1.5", "hours": "26.5 Lecture, 13.5 Lab", "corequisite": "Completion of or concurrent enrollment in: FTC 102 and Fire Control 1, or equivalent fire academy training and Basic Electricity, CFI Trainer course and Ethics and the Fire Investigator, CFI Trainer course", "cid": [], "transfer": [], "description": "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, inspecting the performance of building systems. The \"Current Edition\" of NFPA 1033 Standard Professional Qualifications for Fire Investigator is the basis for this course.", "notes": [], "offered": [] }, { "code": "FOT 045", "subject": "FOT", "number": "045", "title": "Fire Investigation 1B: Evidence and Documentation", "units": "1", "hours": "23.5 Lecture, 10 Lab", "prerequisite": "Completion with a grade of \"C\" or better or a Passing grade in: FOT 044 Fire Investigation 1A: Basic Fire Investigation (2017 or 2022)", "corequisite": "Completion of or concurrent enrollment in: Fundamentals of Interviewing (CFITrainer.net) Introduction to Evidence (CFITrainer.net) Wildland Fires Investigation (CFITrainer.net)", "cid": [], "transfer": [], "description": "This course provides information on 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. The 2014 edition of NFPA 1033 Standard for Fire Investigator Professional Qualifications is the basis for this course.", "notes": [], "offered": [] }, { "code": "FOT 050", "subject": "FOT", "number": "050", "title": "Community Emergency Response Team", "units": "0.5", "hours": "8 Lecture, 10 Lab", "cid": [], "transfer": [], "description": "Educating the public to respond to terrorism response issues, theories, and methodologies for disaster mitigation.", "notes": [ "(Pass/No Pass Only)" ], "offered": [] }, { "code": "FOT 060", "subject": "FOT", "number": "060", "title": "Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator 1A: Driver/Operator", "units": "1", "hours": "17.5 Lecture, 22.5 Lab", "prerequisite": "Hold a valid Class C driver’s license. License must be brought to first class session or student will be dropped from the course.", "cid": [], "transfer": [], "description": "This course provides information on fire apparatus preventive maintenance and driving/operating. Topics include routine tests, inspections, and servicing functions, operate, back, maneuver, and turn a fire apparatus in a variety of conditions; and operate all fixed systems and equipment on a fire apparatus. This course is based on the 2017 edition of NFPA 1002 Standard for Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator Professional Qualifications. This course fulfills the requirements for a California Class C Firefighter Endorsement. This course satisfies the partial requirements for State Fire Training Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator - Pumping Apparatus (2017) certification. A materials fee may be required. This course may not be offered every semester.", "notes": [], "offered": [] }, { "code": "FOT 061", "subject": "FOT", "number": "061", "title": "Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator 1B: Pumping Apparatus Operations", "units": "1", "hours": "17 Lecture, 23 Lab", "prerequisite": "Completion with a grade of \"C\" or better or a Passing grade in: FAC 060A OSFM certified Fire Fighter 1 or certified Fire Fighter 2 tenured path (Appointment to the rank of Officer (Lieutenant or higher) waives this prerequisite. Appointment to the CAL FIRE rank of Fire Apparatus Engineer is equivalent to Officer level. Performing in an “acting” capacity does not fulfill this requirement.) NOTE: Approval of equivalent training is not a guarantee that state or licensing agencies will also grant equivalency. FOT 060 Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator 1A (2017 version). Certificate of completion must be brought to first class session or student shall be dropped from the course.", "cid": [], "transfer": [], "description": "This course provides information on pumping apparatus preventive maintenance and operations. Topics include routine tests, inspections, and servicing functions; producing hand, master, and foam fire streams, relay pump operations; and supplying water to fire sprinkler and standpipe systems. This course is designed for career and volunteer fire service personnel who drive and operate a fire department pumping apparatus. This course is based on the 201 edition of NFPA 1002 Standard for Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator Professional Qualifications. This course satisfies partial requirements for OSFM certification for Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator - Pumping Apparatus. Materials fee may be required. Not offered every semester.", "notes": [], "offered": [] }, { "code": "FOT 078", "subject": "FOT", "number": "078", "title": "S-230 Crew Boss (Single Resource)", "units": "1", "hours": "24 Lecture", "prerequisite": "Completion with a grade of \"C\" or better or a Passing grade in: FAC 080D Successful completion of S-290 Intermediate Fire Behavior (classroom delivery only) and FAC 070B Students need to provide a copy of a California State Firefighter II Certificate.", "cid": [], "transfer": [], "description": "Designed for personnel desiring to be qualified as an Engine Boss (ENGB). Training for the single resource boss position from initial dispatch through demobilization to the home unit. Topics include operational leadership, preparation and mobilization, assignment preparation, risk management, entrapment avoidance, safety and tactics, offline duties, demobilization, and post-incident responsibilities. Additional material fee(s) may be required by certifying agencies for course completion certificates. May not be offered every semester.", "notes": [ "(Pass/No Pass Only)" ], "offered": [] }, { "code": "FOT 078A", "subject": "FOT", "number": "078A", "title": "S-130 Firefighter Training - Wildland", "units": "1.5", "hours": "29 Lecture", "prerequisite": "Completion with a grade of \"C\" or better or a Passing grade in: FAC 080B", "cid": [], "transfer": [], "description": "The intent of this course is to train new firefighters in basic firefighting skills. This includes a required field exercise that may be arduous in nature. S-190, Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior is a prerequisite and must have been successfully completed prior to taking the S-130, Firefighter Training course.", "notes": [ "(Pass/No Pass Only)" ], "offered": [] }, { "code": "FOT 078B", "subject": "FOT", "number": "078B", "title": "S-215 Urban Wildland Interface Firefighting", "units": "1", "hours": "24 Lecture", "advisory": "Completion with a grade of \"C\" or better or a Passing grade in: FAC 070 Completed SFT Firefighter 2 training.", "cid": [], "transfer": [], "description": "This is an instructor-led course intended to be presented at the local level Instructional units include firefighter safety in the interface, managing human factors in the interface, pre-incident planning, sizeup and initial strategy, structure triage, structure protection overview, tactics in the interface, tactical operations and resource use in the interface, action assessment, plan update, and after action review.", "notes": [ "(Pass/No Pass Only)" ], "offered": [] }, { "code": "FOT 078D", "subject": "FOT", "number": "078D", "title": "ICS 223-10, Wildland Line EMT", "units": "0.5", "hours": "11.75 Lecture, 4.25 Lab", "prerequisite": "Prerequisites must be completed prior to enrollment in this course. • Qualified CICCS Firefighter Type 1 (FFT1) or OSFM Firefighter II and • Current California EMT certification or paramedic license and • Current Local EMS agency certification and/or accreditation and • Intermediate Fire Behavior S-290", "cid": [], "transfer": [], "description": "Designed to train firefighters in preserving health and safety of suppression team members during wildland incidents and make available EMT-1 level care in the field.", "notes": [], "offered": [] }, { "code": "FOT 079", "subject": "FOT", "number": "079", "title": "S-404 Safety Officer", "units": "1.5", "hours": "28 Lecture", "advisory": "Completion with a grade of \"C\" or better or a Passing grade in: FOT 008A Qualified as Division/Group Supervisor (DIVS).", "cid": [], "transfer": [], "description": "Designed to train company/chief officers in the advanced wildland fire safety factors that will aid them in safe and effective control of wildland fires. Not offered every semester. Materials fees may be required.", "notes": [], "offered": [] }, { "code": "FOT 079B", "subject": "FOT", "number": "079B", "title": "S-231 Engine Boss", "units": "0.5", "hours": "12 Lecture, 4 Lab", "prerequisite": "Completion with a grade of \"C\" or better or a Passing grade in: FOT 078", "advisory": "Completion with a grade of \"C\" or better or a Passing grade in: FAC 070 Completed SFT Firefighter 2 training", "cid": [], "transfer": [], "description": "This is a skill course designed to produce student proficiency in the performance of the duties associated with engine boss, single resource (ENGB). Topics include engine and crew capabilities and limitations, information sources, fire sizeup considerations, tactics, and wildland/urban interface.", "notes": [ "(Pass/No Pass Only)" ], "offered": [] }, { "code": "FOT 079C", "subject": "FOT", "number": "079C", "title": "AH-330 Strike Team/Task Force Leader – All Hazards", "units": "1", "hours": "22 Lecture, 10 Lab", "prerequisite": "ICS-200B: Incident Command Initial Action Incidents CICCS Qualified Engine Boss, Heavy Equipment Boss, or Crew Boss for a single resource.", "cid": [], "transfer": [], "description": "This course is designed to provide the skills and knowledge needed to perform in the position of Strike Team/Task Force Leader. Topics include position overview; pre-deployment responsibilities, the concept of the position, resource typing standards, pre-dispatch preparation, incident responsibilities, administration; supervision, response, assignment, demobilization, tactics and safety, risk management, entrapment avoidance, WUI, case studies, scenarios, appropriate action vs. freelancing. Designed for: Strike Team/Task Force Leader, All Hazards (STEN/TFLD). Material fees may be required. Not offered every semester. (Same as FAC 079B).", "notes": [ "(Pass/No Pass Only)" ], "offered": [] }, { "code": "FOT 080", "subject": "FOT", "number": "080", "title": "Motion Picture / Television Safety Officer", "units": "1", "hours": "24 Lecture", "cid": [], "transfer": [], "description": "This course provides the student with a basic knowledge of fire safety in film production, both on the studio lot and in location filming. Areas covered include: filming and fire code permits, licensing, safety officer responsibilities, who's who on location, fire safety hazards associated with lighting, generators, electrical cabling, set construction, studio and warehouse filming, pyrotechnic special effects laws and regulations (handling, use, storage and transportation) and stunt safety. In addition, the training incorporates live pyrotechnic special effects and stunt demonstrations, special guest speakers, product orientation, and slides and videos from many different films.", "notes": [], "offered": [] }, { "code": "FOT 130A", "subject": "FOT", "number": "130A", "title": "Fire Inspector 1A: Duties and Administration", "units": "1", "hours": "24 Lecture", "prerequisite": "Completion with a grade of \"C\" or better or a Passing grade in: FTC 104 and FTC 105 and FTC 106 and", "advisory": "Completion with a grade of \"C\" or better or a Passing grade in: or equivalent as determined by the Dean of academy instruction. To be successful in this course, students should be able to understand and use professional terminology; Identify laws, codes, ordinances, and regulations as they relate to fire prevention; Understand code enforcement as it impacts life and property loss; Define laws, rules, regulations, and codes and identify those relevant to fire prevention; Define the functions of a fire prevention bureau; Describe the history and philosophy of fire prevention; Describe inspection practices and procedure; Understand theoretical concepts of how fire impacts major types of building construction; Describe building construction as it relates to firefighter safety, buildings codes, fire prevention, code inspection, firefighting strategy, and tactics; Differentiate between fire resistance, flame spread, and describe the testing procedures used to establish ratings for each; Classify occupancy designations of the building code; Analyze the hazards associated with the various types of building construction; Identify and describe various types and uses of fire protection system; Explain the benefits of fire protection systems in various types of structures; Describe residential and commercial sprinkler legislation.", "cid": [], "transfer": [ "CSU" ], "description": "This course provides students with a basic knowledge of the roles and responsibilities of a Fire Inspector I, including legal responsibilities and authority, codes and standards, the inspection process, confidentiality and privacy requirements, and ethical conduct, and administrative tasks including preparing inspection reports, recognizing the need for a permit or plan review, investigating common complaints, and participating in legal proceedings. CFSTES Certificate of Completion. Materials fee required.", "notes": [], "offered": [ { "term": "fall-2026", "name": "Fall 2026", "sections": 1, "open": 1, "url": "/c/santa-ana-college/schedule/fall-2026/fot/#fot-130a", "subject": "FOT" } ] }, { "code": "FOT 130B", "subject": "FOT", "number": "130B", "title": "Fire Inspector 1B: Introduction to Fire and Life Safety", "units": "1", "hours": "24 Lecture", "prerequisite": "Completion with a grade of \"C\" or better or a Passing grade in: FOT 130A", "cid": [], "transfer": [ "CSU" ], "description": "This course will provide fire prevention professionals with the base level of knowledge necessary to inspect fire protection systems and special hazards.", "notes": [], "offered": [ { "term": "fall-2026", "name": "Fall 2026", "sections": 1, "open": 1, "url": "/c/santa-ana-college/schedule/fall-2026/fot/#fot-130b", "subject": "FOT" } ] }, { "code": "FOT 130C", "subject": "FOT", "number": "130C", "title": "Fire Inspector 1C: Field Inspection", "units": "1", "hours": "24 Lecture", "prerequisite": "Completion with a grade of \"C\" or better or a Passing grade in: FOT 130B FOT Fire Inspector 1B", "cid": [], "transfer": [ "CSU" ], "description": "This course provides students with a basic knowledge of field inspection roles and responsibilities of a Fire Inspector I including 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. Designed for the entry level fire inspector. Meets partial requirements for CFSTES Fire Inspector Certification. Materials fee required. Not offered every semester.", "notes": [], "offered": [ { "term": "fall-2026", "name": "Fall 2026", "sections": 1, "open": 1, "url": "/c/santa-ana-college/schedule/fall-2026/fot/#fot-130c", "subject": "FOT" } ] }, { "code": "FOT 130D", "subject": "FOT", "number": "130D", "title": "Fire Inspector 1D: Field Inspector", "units": "1", "hours": "18 Lecture", "prerequisite": "Completion with a grade of \"C\" or better or a Passing grade in: FTC 105 and FTC 104 and FTC 106", "cid": [], "transfer": [ "CSU" ], "description": "This course provides students with a basic knowledge of a Fire Inspector’s field inspection roles and responsibilities specific to California including tents, canopies, and temporary membrane structures; fireworks and explosives; and wildland urban interface environments. Students receive a Certificate of Completion from the Office of the State Fire Marshal. Not offered every semester. Materials fee required.", "notes": [], "offered": [ { "term": "fall-2026", "name": "Fall 2026", "sections": 1, "open": 1, "url": "/c/santa-ana-college/schedule/fall-2026/fot/#fot-130d", "subject": "FOT" } ] }, { "code": "FOT 136", "subject": "FOT", "number": "136", "title": "Fire Inspector 2A: Fire Prevention Administration", "units": "1", "hours": "18 Lecture", "prerequisite": "Completion with a grade of \"C\" or better or a Passing grade in: FOT 130D", "cid": [], "transfer": [ "CSU" ], "description": "This course provides students with a basic knowledge of the administrative requirements related to the roles and responsibilities of a Fire Inspector II 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. Additional material fee required for Ca State Fire Training certificate of completion. May not be offered every semester.", "notes": [], "offered": [ { "term": "fall-2026", "name": "Fall 2026", "sections": 1, "open": 1, "url": "/c/santa-ana-college/schedule/fall-2026/fot/#fot-136", "subject": "FOT" } ] }, { "code": "FOT 137", "subject": "FOT", "number": "137", "title": "Fire Inspector 2B: Fire and Life Safety Requirements", "units": "1.5", "hours": "24 Lecture", "corequisite": "Concurrent enrollment in: FOT 136", "cid": [], "transfer": [ "CSU" ], "description": "This course provides students with a basic knowledge of fire and life safety requirements related to the roles and responsibilities of a Fire Inspector II including occupancy classification, egress elements, emergency plans and procedures, occupant loads, building construction and fire growth potential. Materials fee required for State Fire Training (CFSTES) Certificate of Completion. Not offered every semester.", "notes": [], "offered": [ { "term": "fall-2026", "name": "Fall 2026", "sections": 1, "open": 1, "url": "/c/santa-ana-college/schedule/fall-2026/fot/#fot-137", "subject": "FOT" } ] }, { "code": "FOT 138", "subject": "FOT", "number": "138", "title": "Fire Inspector 2C: Inspecting Fire & Life Safety Systems and Equip.", "units": "1", "hours": "22.5 Lecture, 1.5 Lab", "prerequisite": "Completion with a grade of \"C\" or better or a Passing grade in: FOT 136", "cid": [], "transfer": [ "CSU" ], "description": "This course provides students with a basic knowledge of inspection requirements related to the roles and responsibilities of a Fire Inspector II including inspection of life safety systems and building services equipment, fire protection systems, and emergency access criteria. Materials fees required for State Fire Training (CFSTES) Certificate of Completion. Not offered every semester.", "notes": [], "offered": [ { "term": "fall-2026", "name": "Fall 2026", "sections": 1, "open": 1, "url": "/c/santa-ana-college/schedule/fall-2026/fot/#fot-138", "subject": "FOT" } ] }, { "code": "FOT 139", "subject": "FOT", "number": "139", "title": "Fire Inspector 2D: Hazardous Materials, Operations, and Processes", "units": "2", "hours": "36 Lecture", "prerequisite": "Completion with a grade of \"C\" or better or a Passing grade in: FOT 138", "cid": [], "transfer": [ "CSU" ], "description": "This course provides students with a basic knowledge of hazardous materials, operations, and processes related to the roles and responsibilities of a Fire Inspector II including hazardous conditions, flammable and combustible liquids and gases, and hazardous materials. Materials fee required for State Fire Training (CFSTES) Certificate of Completion. Not offered every semester.", "notes": [], "offered": [ { "term": "spring-2027", "name": "Spring 2027", "sections": 1, "open": 0, "url": "/c/santa-ana-college/schedule/spring-2027/fot/#fot-139", "subject": "FOT" } ] }, { "code": "FOT 150A", "subject": "FOT", "number": "150A", "title": "Company Officer 2A: Human Resource Management for Company Officers", "units": "2", "hours": "40 Lecture", "prerequisite": "Completion with a grade of \"C\" or better or a Passing grade in: Meet the educational requirements for Fire Fighter II or four (4) years as a career fire fighter or six (6) years as a volunteer fire fighter.", "cid": [], "transfer": [ "CSU" ], "description": "This course provides information on the use of human resources to accomplish assignments, evaluate member performance, supervise personnel, and integrate health and safety plans, policies, and procedures into daily activities as well as the emergency scene. This course is designed for aspiring company officers seeking CFSTES Fire Officer (Level I and II) certification. Materials fee required for State Fire Training Certificate. May not be offered every semester.", "notes": [], "offered": [] }, { "code": "FOT 150B", "subject": "FOT", "number": "150B", "title": "Company Officer 2B: General Administration Functions for Company Officers", "units": "0.5", "hours": "13 Lecture, 7 Lab", "advisory": "Completion with a grade of \"C\" or better or a Passing grade in: Meet the educational requirements for Fire Fighter II or four (4) years as a career fire fighter, or six (6) years as a volunteer fire fighter.", "cid": [], "transfer": [ "CSU" ], "description": "This course provides information on general administrative functions and the implementation of department policies and procedures and addresses conveying the fire department’s role, image, and mission to the public. This course is designed for aspiring company officers seeking CFSTES Fire Officer (Level I and II) certification. Materials fee required for State Fire Training Certificate. May not be offered every semester.", "notes": [], "offered": [] }, { "code": "FOT 150C", "subject": "FOT", "number": "150C", "title": "Company Officer 2C: Fire Inspections and Investigations", "units": "1.5", "hours": "29.5 Lecture, 10.5 Lab", "corequisite": "Completion of or concurrent enrollment in: Meet the educational requirements for Fire Fighter II or four (4) years as a career fire fighter, or six (6) years as a volunteer fire fighter.", "cid": [], "transfer": [ "CSU" ], "description": "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. Applies to State Fire Marshal Company Officer certification. Additional materials fee required for State Certificate Fee. This class may not be offered every semester.", "notes": [], "offered": [] }, { "code": "FOT 150D", "subject": "FOT", "number": "150D", "title": "Company Officer 2D: All-Risk Command Operations for Company Officers", "units": "1", "hours": "17 Lecture, 23 Lab", "prerequisite": "Completion with a grade of \"C\" or better or a Passing grade in: Completion of a CSFM (California State Fire Marshal) accredited fire academy or completion of IFSAC (International Fire Service Accreditation Congress) accredited fire academy or completion of a Pro Board Fire Service Professional Qualifications System fire academy or a signed statement by the agency's fire chief or designee stating the sponsored student has completed all SFT training requirements and skills sheets for Firefighter-1 ICS 200 (online certificate).", "advisory": "Hazardous Material Incident Commander (as offered by the California Specialized Training Institute).", "cid": [], "transfer": [ "CSU" ], "description": "This course provides information on conducting incident size-up, developing and implementing an initial plan of action involving single and multi-unit operations for various types of emergency incidents to mitigate the situation following agency safety procedures, conducting pre-incident planning, and develop and conduct a post-incident analysis. Additional fees may be required for State Certificate(s).", "notes": [], "offered": [] }, { "code": "FOT 150E", "subject": "FOT", "number": "150E", "title": "Company Officer 2E: Wildland Incident Operations for Company Officers", "units": "2", "hours": "40 Lecture", "prerequisite": "Completion with a grade of \"C\" or better or a Passing grade in: S-290 Intermediate Fire Behavior (classroom delivery only). Students must bring proof of course completion to first class meeting or they will be dropped from the course and Meets the educational requirements of Fire Fighter II or four (4) years as a career fire fighter, or six (6) years as a volunteer fire fighter", "cid": [], "transfer": [ "CSU" ], "description": "This course provides information on evaluating and reporting incident conditions, analyzing incident needs, developing and implementing a plan of action to deploy incident resources completing all operations to suppress a Wildland fire, establishing an incident command post, creating an incident action plan, and completing incident records and reports. Applies to State Fire Marshal Company Officer certification. Additional materials fee required for State Certificate Fee. This class may not be offered every semester.", "notes": [], "offered": [] }, { "code": "FOT 205", "subject": "FOT", "number": "205", "title": "Instructor I: Instructional Methodology", "units": "1", "hours": "14.5 Lecture, 25.5 Lab", "advisory": "Completion of one of the following certificates is recommended: Introduction to the Incident Command System (IS-100.B), FEMA or National Incident Management System (IS-700.A), FEMA", "cid": [], "transfer": [ "CSU" ], "description": "This course provides the skills and knowledge needed for the entry level professional instructor to perform his or her duties safely, effectively, and competently. The curriculum is based on the 2012 edition of NFPA 1041 Standard for Fire Service Instructor Professional Qualifications. At the end of this course, candidates for Instructor I certification will be able to teach and deliver instruction from a prepared lesson plan utilizing instructional aids and evaluation instruments. The Instructor I will also be able to adapt a lesson plan and complete the reporting requirements to the local jurisdiction. Designed for: Personnel preparing for a college level fire instructor, company officer, or State Fire Training (SFT) Certified Training Instructor position. Applies to CSFM certification for Instructor I. Additional course material fee is required for CSFM certificate. May not be offered every semester.", "notes": [], "offered": [] }, { "code": "FOT 206", "subject": "FOT", "number": "206", "title": "Instructor II: Instructional Development", "units": "1", "hours": "11.75 Lecture, 28.25 Lab", "prerequisite": "Completion with a grade of \"C\" or better or a Passing grade in: FOT 205 Must have a passing grade in Fire Instructor 1-Instructional Methodology", "cid": [], "transfer": [ "CSU" ], "description": "This course provides the skills and knowledge needed for the intermediate level professional fire service instructor preparing for Instructor II certification. Participants will learn to develop lesson plans and evaluation instruments, teach and deliver instruction, and evaluate and coach other instructors. Additional materials fees may be required for State Fire Training Certificate. Not offered every semester.", "notes": [], "offered": [] }, { "code": "FOT 207", "subject": "FOT", "number": "207", "title": "Instructor III: Instructional Program Management", "units": "1.5", "hours": "23.25 Lecture, 16.75 Lab", "prerequisite": "Completion with a grade of \"C\" or better or a Passing grade in: FOT 206 Instructor II: Instructional Development", "cid": [], "transfer": [ "CSU" ], "description": "This course provides information on planning, developing, and implementing comprehensive programs and curricula. Topics include instructional development, program management, program and instructor evaluation, and test reliability and validity. This course is designed for Fire Officers, Staff Officers, and other fire service managers with experience in fire-service training. There may be additional material fees. This course may not be offered every semester.", "notes": [], "offered": [] }, { "code": "FOT 210", "subject": "FOT", "number": "210", "title": "Community Risk Educator", "units": "1", "hours": "18 Lecture, 6 Lab", "prerequisite": "Completion with a grade of \"C\" or better or a Passing grade in: Introduction to Incident Command System I-100 (Must bring certificate of completion to first class meeting) and National Incident Management System (NIMS): An Introduction 700 (must bring certificate of completion to first class meeting) and Instructor I: Instructor Methodology OR Training Instructor 1A Cognitive Lesson Delivery (must bring certificate of completion to first class meeting.) and Fire Prevention I: Fire & Safety Inspections Fire & Safety Inspections OR Fire Prevention 1A: Introduction to the California Fire Code Bridge OR Company Officer 2C: Fire Inspections and Investigation (Must bring certificate of completion to first class meeting)OR completion of FTC 104 Fire Prevention Technology with a minimum grade of C", "cid": [], "transfer": [ "CSU" ], "description": "This course provides the skills and knowledge needed for the Community Risk Educator to perform his/her duties safely, effectively, and competently by coordinating and delivering existing educational programs and information. Enrollment is limited to 30 students. CFSTES Certificate of Completion awarded. This course requires additional materials fees. This course may not be offered every semester. Maximum class size: 30.", "notes": [], "offered": [] }, { "code": "FOT 234A", "subject": "FOT", "number": "234A", "title": "Plan Examiner 1A- Building Plan Review", "units": "1.5", "hours": "27 Lecture", "prerequisite": "Completion with a grade of \"C\" or better or a Passing grade in: FTC 105 and FTC 104 and FTC 101 and FTC 102 and FTC 106", "cid": [], "transfer": [ "CSU" ], "description": "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 and in accordance with applicable codes, standards, and jurisdictional policies and procedures.", "notes": [], "offered": [] }, { "code": "FOT 234B", "subject": "FOT", "number": "234B", "title": "Plan Examiner 1B", "units": "1.5", "hours": "27 Lecture", "prerequisite": "Completion with a grade of \"C\" or better or a Passing grade in: FOT 234A", "cid": [], "transfer": [ "CSU" ], "description": "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.", "notes": [], "offered": [] }, { "code": "FOT 234C", "subject": "FOT", "number": "234C", "title": "Plan Examiner 1C", "units": "1.5", "hours": "28 Lecture", "prerequisite": "Completion with a grade of \"C\" or better or a Passing grade in: FOT 234B", "cid": [], "transfer": [ "CSU" ], "description": "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.", "notes": [], "offered": [] }, { "code": "FOT 273A", "subject": "FOT", "number": "273A", "title": "Chief Fire Officer 3A: Human Resource Management for Chief Fire Officers", "units": "1", "hours": "26 Lecture", "prerequisite": "Completion with a grade of \"C\" or better or a Passing grade in: Student must meet the educational requirements for Company Officer. Evidence of qualifications must be submitted to the Fire Technology Department prior to the first class meeting. Educational Requirements may be met with completion of: Company Officer 2A: HR Management AND Company Officer 2B: General Administrative Functions AND Company Officer 2C: Fire Inspections and Investigation AND Company Officer 2D: All-Risk Command Operations AND Company Officer 2E: Wildland Incident Operations or If completed prior to 12/31/2016: Fire Command 1A: Command Principles for Company Officers AND Fire Command 1B: Incident Management for Company Officers AND Fire Command 1C: I-Zone Fire Fighting for Company Officers AND Fire Instructor 1A: Instructional Techniques, Part 1 AND Fire Instructor 1B: Instructional Techniques, Part 2 AND Fire Investigation 1A: Fire Origin and Cause Determination AND Fire Management 1: Management/Supervision for the Company Officer AND Fire Prevention 1A: Introduction to the California Fire Code AND Fire Prevention 1B: Inspection of Fire Protection Systems and Special Hazards AND I-300: Intermediate ICS.", "cid": [], "transfer": [ "CSU" ], "description": "This course provides students with a basic knowledge of the human resources requirements related to the roles and responsibilities of a Chief Fire Officer. Topics include developing plans for providing employee accommodation, developing hiring procedures, establishing personnel assignments, describing methods of facilitating and encouraging professional development, developing an ongoing education training program, developing promotion procedures, developing proposals for improving employee benefits, and developing a measurable accident and injury prevention program. This course is designed for the certified Company Officer advancing to the Chief Fire Officer classification. This course is limited to 25 students. Additional materials fees may apply. Not offered every semester.", "notes": [], "offered": [] }, { "code": "FOT 273B", "subject": "FOT", "number": "273B", "title": "Chief Fire Officer 3B: Budget and Fiscal Responsibilities for Chief Fire Officers", "units": "0.5", "hours": "7.5 Lecture, 10.5 Lab", "prerequisite": "Completion with a grade of \"C\" or better or a Passing grade in: Student must meet the educational requirements for Company Officer. Evidence of qualifications must be submitted to the Fire Technology Department prior to the first class meeting. Educational Requirements may be met with completion of: Company Officer 2A: HR Management AND Company Officer 2B: General Administrative Functions AND Company Officer 2C: Fire Inspections and Investigation AND Company Officer 2D: All-Risk Command Operations AND Company Officer 2E: Wildland Incident Operations or If completed prior to 12/31/2016: Fire Command 1A: Command Principles for Company Officers AND Fire Command 1B: Incident Management for Company Officers AND Fire Command 1C: I-Zone Fire Fighting for Company Officers AND Fire Instructor 1A: Instructional Techniques, Part 1 AND Fire Instructor 1B: Instructional Techniques, Part 2 AND Fire Investigation 1A: Fire Origin and Cause Determination AND Fire Management 1: Management/Supervision for the Company Officer AND Fire Prevention 1A: Introduction to the California Fire Code AND Fire Prevention 1B: Inspection of Fire Protection Systems and Special Hazards AND I-300: Intermediate ICS.", "cid": [], "transfer": [ "CSU" ], "description": "This course provides students with a basic knowledge of the budgeting requirements related to the roles and responsibilities of a Chief Fire Officer including developing a budget management system, developing a division or departmental budget, and describing the process for ensuring competitive bidding. This class is designed for the certified Company Officer advancing to the Chief Fire Officer classification. May require additional materials fee.", "notes": [], "offered": [] }, { "code": "FOT 273C", "subject": "FOT", "number": "273C", "title": "Chief Fire Officer 3C: General Administration Functions", "units": "1", "hours": "24 Lecture", "prerequisite": "Completion with a grade of \"C\" or better or a Passing grade in: FOT 273B", "cid": [], "transfer": [ "CSU" ], "description": "This course provides students with a basic knowledge of the administration requirements related to the roles and responsibilities of a Chief Fire Officer including directing a department record management system, analyzing and interpreting records and data, developing a model plan for continuous organizational improvement, developing a plan to facilitate approval, preparing community awareness programs, and evaluating the inspection program of the AHJ. Additional materials fees may be required.", "notes": [], "offered": [] }, { "code": "FOT 273D", "subject": "FOT", "number": "273D", "title": "Chief Fire Officer 3D: Emergency Service Delivery Responsibilities for Chief Fire Officers", "units": "2", "hours": "40 Lecture", "prerequisite": "Completion with a grade of \"C\" or better or a Passing grade in: Student must meet the educational requirements for Company Officer. Evidence of qualifications must be submitted to the Fire Technology Department prior to the first class meeting. Educational Requirements may be met with completion of: Company Officer 2A: HR Management AND Company Officer 2B: General Administrative Functions AND Company Officer 2C: Fire Inspections and Investigation AND Company Officer 2D: All-Risk Command Operations AND Company Officer 2E: Wildland Incident Operations or If completed prior to 12/31/2016: Fire Command 1A: Command Principles for Company Officers AND Fire Command 1B: Incident Management for Company Officers AND Fire Command 1C: I-Zone Fire Fighting for Company Officers AND Fire Instructor 1A: Instructional Techniques, Part 1 AND Fire Instructor 1B: Instructional Techniques, Part 2 AND Fire Investigation 1A: Fire Origin and Cause Determination AND Fire Management 1: Management/Supervision for the Company Officer AND Fire Prevention 1A: Introduction to the California Fire Code AND Fire Prevention 1B: Inspection of Fire Protection Systems and Special Hazards AND I-300: Intermediate ICS.", "cid": [], "transfer": [ "CSU" ], "description": "This course provides students with a basic knowledge of the emergency service requirements related to the roles and responsibilities of a Chief Fire Officer including developing a plan for the integration of fire services resources, developing an agency resource contingency plan, evaluating incident facilities, supervising multiple resources, developing and utilizing an incident action plan, obtaining incident information to facilitate transfer of command, developing and conducting a post-incident analysis, and maintaining incident records. This course is designed for the certified Company Officer advancing to the Chief Fire Officer classification. Additional materials fees may be required.", "notes": [], "offered": [] }, { "code": "FOT 274A", "subject": "FOT", "number": "274A", "title": "Executive Chief Fire Officer 4A: Human Resource Management for Chief Fire Officers", "units": "1", "hours": "17 Lecture, 11 Lab", "advisory": "Completion with a grade of \"C\" or better or a Passing grade in: Meet educational requirements for Chief Fire Officer or five (5) years as career chief officer, or seven (7) years as a volunteer officer", "cid": [], "transfer": [ "CSU" ], "description": "This course provides the skills and knowledge needed for the Executive Chief Fire Officer to perform his/her duties safely, effectively, and competently. The overarching themes of this curriculum are recruitment, selection, and placement of human resources; the development of a positive and participative member/management program; the establishment and evaluation of a list of education and in-service training goals; appraisal of a member assistance program; and the evaluation of an incentive program to determine if the desired results are achieved. Applies to State Fire Marshal Executive Chief Fire Officer certification. Additional materials fee required for State Certificate Fee. This class may not be offered every semester. Maximum class size: 24", "notes": [], "offered": [] }, { "code": "FOT 274B", "subject": "FOT", "number": "274B", "title": "Executive Chief Fire Officer 4B: Community & Government Relations", "units": "0.3", "hours": "5.5 Lecture, 5 Lab", "prerequisite": "Completion with a grade of \"C\" or better or a Passing grade in: FOT 274A", "cid": [], "transfer": [ "CSU" ], "description": "This course provides the skills and knowledge needed for the Executive Chief Fire Officer to perform his/her duties safely, effectively, and competently. The overarching theme of this curriculum is assuming a leadership role in community events. Designed For: Executive Chief Fire Officer Candidate. There may additional material fees. This course may not be offered every semester.", "notes": [], "offered": [] }, { "code": "FOT 274C", "subject": "FOT", "number": "274C", "title": "Executive Chief Fire Officer 4C: Administration", "units": "1", "hours": "20.5 Lecture, 10 Lab", "prerequisite": "Completion with a grade of \"C\" or better or a Passing grade in: FOT 274B", "cid": [], "transfer": [ "CSU" ], "description": "This course provides the skills and knowledge needed for the Executive Chief Fire Officer to perform his/her duties safely, effectively, and competently. The overarching themes of this curriculum are developing a comprehensive, long range plan; evaluating and projecting training requirements, facilities, and building needs; completing a written comprehensive risk, hazard, and value analysis; and developing a plan for a capital improvement project or program. Applies to State Fire Marshal Executive Chief Fire Officer certification. Additional materials fee required for State Certificate Fee. This class may not be offered every semester.", "notes": [], "offered": [] }, { "code": "FOT 274D", "subject": "FOT", "number": "274D", "title": "Executive Chief Fire Officer 4D: Emergency Services Delivery", "units": "1.5", "hours": "33.5 Lecture, 5 Lab", "prerequisite": "Completion with a grade of \"C\" or better or a Passing grade in: FOT 274C", "cid": [], "transfer": [ "CSU" ], "description": "This course provides the skills and knowledge needed for the Executive Chief Fire Officer to perform his/her duties safely, effectively, and competently. The overarching themes of this curriculum are developing a comprehensive disaster plan and a comprehensive plan for the organization to operate at a civil disturbance. Designed For: Executive Chief Fire Officer Candidate. There may be additional material fees. This class may not be offered every semester.", "notes": [], "offered": [] }, { "code": "FOT 274E", "subject": "FOT", "number": "274E", "title": "Executive Chief Fire Officer 4E: Health and Safety Course Plan", "units": "0.5", "hours": "9.5 Lecture, 5 Lab", "prerequisite": "Completion with a grade of \"C\" or better or a Passing grade in: FOT 274D", "cid": [], "transfer": [ "CSU" ], "description": "This course provides the skills and knowledge needed for the Executive Chief Fire Officer to perform his/her duties safely, effectively, and competently. The overarching theme of this curriculum is maintaining, developing, and providing leadership for a risk management program. Designed For: Executive Chief Fire Officer Candidate. Additional material fees may be required. This class may not be offered every semester.", "notes": [], "offered": [] } ] }