Fire Technology/Wildland Fire Technology Prevention FTWP
6 courses · Shasta College · 2026-2027 Catalog
FTWP-108 FI-110 Wildland Fire Observations and Origin Scene Protection
Units
0.5
Hours
9 lecture total
Grading: Pass/No Pass Option
The primary emphasis of this course is to teach sound wildland fire observations and origin scene protection practices that enable first responders to a wildland fire scene to perform proper origin scene protection procedures. The course is presented by short lectures, electronic presentations, exercises, and class discussion.
Not on the Fall 2026 schedule.
FTWP-109 RX-341 Prescribed Fire Plan Preparation
Units
2
Hours
36 lecture total
Grading: Pass/No Pass Option
Note: While any student can take this course, for National Wildland Coordinating Group Certification, the student must meet a complex set of prior training, prior certification, field trainee assignments, previous education requirements and current employees recommendations for certification (as stated in the United States Forest Service NWCG 310-I standards). This document changes frequently. Students shall ensure that they meet the current NWCG 310-I standards for this course if they desire to receive a course completion certificate. A copy of NWCG 310-I can be found in the Fire Technology Division or at the National Interagency Fire Center Web Site (www.nifc.gov).
The purpose of this course is to provide students with the skills/knowledge to prepare a prescribed fire plan for technical review and approval in accordance with the Interagency Prescribed Fire Planning and Implementation Procedures Reference Guide.
Not on the Fall 2026 schedule.
FTWP-110 Prescribed Fire Implementation RX-301
Units
1.5
Hours
27 lecture total
Grading: Pass/No Pass Option
Note: While any student can take this course, for National Wildland Coordinating Group Certification, the student must meet a complex set of prior training, prior certification, field trainee assignments, previous education requirements and current employees recommendations for certification (as stated in the United States Forest Service NWCG 310-1 standards). This document changes frequently. Students shall ensure that they meet the current NWCG 310-1 standards for this course if they desire to receive a course completion certificate. A copy of NWCG 310-1 can be found in the Fire Technology Division or at the National Interagency Fire Center Web Site (NIFC.gov).
Prescribed Fire Implementation RX-301 is designed to introduce students to the tools and techniques used to perform the job of a Prescribed Fire Burn Boss (RXB). The course is based on the tasks in the RXB position task book. It leads students through the duties and responsibilities associated with the RXB position.
Not on the Fall 2026 schedule.
FTWP-111 Wildfire Prevention Education P-101
Units
2
Hours
36 lecture total
Grading: Pass/No Pass Option
Note: While any student can take this course, for National Wildfire Coordinating Group Certification, the student must meet a complex set of prior training, prior certification, field trainee assignments, previous education requirements and current employees recommendations for certification (as stated in the United States Forest Service NWCG 310-1 standards). This document changes frequently. Students shall ensure that they meet the current NWCG 310-1 standards for this course if they desire to receive a course completion certificate. A copy of NWCG 310-1 can be found in the Fire Technology Program office or at the National Interagency Fire Center Web Site (NIFC.gov).
This course was developed as part of a multi-course national curriculum covering wildfire prevention and is designed to enhance basic skill and knowledge of personnel assigned responsibilities for wildfire prevention.
Not on the Fall 2026 schedule.
FTWP-114 Wildland Fire Origin and Cause Determination FI-210
Units
1.5
Hours
27 lecture/9 lab total
Grading: Pass/No Pass Option
Note: While any student can take this course, for National Wildland Coordinating Group Certification, the student must meet a complex set of prior training, prior certification, field trainee assignments, previous education requirements and current employees recommendations for certification (as stated in the United States Forest Service NWCG 310-1 standards). This document changes frequently. Students shall ensure that they meet the current NWCG 310-1 standards for this course if they desire to receive a course completion certificate. A copy of NWCG 310-1 can be found in the Fire Technology Division or at the National Interagency Fire Center Web Site (NIFC.gov).
The primary purpose of this course is to provide a consistent knowledge and skill base for the Wildland Fire Investigator (INVF). The concepts taught in this course will help an INVF perform at an acceptable level on a national basis without regard to geographic boundaries. This course includes identifying and collecting equipment and supplies to conduct a wildfire investigation, recording information about the fire, determining the origin of the fire, determining the cause of the fire, properly collecting and preserving evidence, interviewing witnesses, obtaining suspect information, preparing and writing reports, and presenting testimony before a judge and/or jury.
Not on the Fall 2026 schedule.
FTWP-115 Intro/Incident Info S-203
Units
1.5
Hours
31 lecture total
Grading: Pass/No Pass Option
Note: While any student can take this course, for National Wildland Coordinating Group Certification, the student must meet a complex set of prior training, prior certification, field trainee assignments, previous education requirements and current employees recommendations for certification (as stated in the United States Forest Service NWCG 310-1 standards). This document changes frequently. Students shall ensure that they meet the current NWCG 310-1 standards for this course if they desire to receive a course completion certificate. A copy of NWCG 310-1 can be found in the Fire Technology Division or at the National Interagency Fire Center Web Site (NIFC.gov).
This course of study provides the introductory information necessary for the student to be able to function as a Public Information Officer on a non-complex wildland fire. This course includes a description of the duties and responsibilities of a Type 3 Information Officer, the kinds and sources of information needed, how to gather and distribute information to meet the needs of print and electronic media, internal audiences, cooperators, communities, landowners, homeowners, local government leaders, and the steps and materials needed to operate an information center and field work site.