Fire Officer I Syllabus for 2013-2014
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Course

FIRT-1342-001 Fire Officer I

Prerequisites

Course Description

Identify various fire department organizational structures including human resource management; community and governmental relationships; and administrative functions for the implementation of departmental polices and procedures. Perform preliminary fire investigation; deploy assigned resources; and integrate a safety to ensure a safe work environment for firefighters.

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Hours

(3 sem hrs; 3 lec)

Class Type

Hybrid

Syllabus Information

Textbooks

IFSTA-Fire and Emergency Services Company Officer 4th  Edition ISBN 978-0-87939-281-9

and Ifsta Fire And Emergency Services Company Officer 4th Edition Study Guide  ISBN 978-0-87939-283-3

Supplies

Copy of TCFP practice and performance skills

Student Performance

Upon completion of the course the student shall identify fire department organizational structures including human resource managemnt; community and governmental relationships; and administrative functions for the implementation of departmental polices and procedures.  Perform preliminary fire investigation; deploy assigned resources, and integrate a safety to ensure a safe work environment for firefighters

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Log in using the AC Connect Portal

In order to receive your AC Connect Email, you must log in through AC Connect at https://acconnect.actx.edu .

If you are an active staff or faculty member according to Human Resources, use "Exchange". All other students, use "AC Connect (Google) Email".

Expected Student Behavior

Students shall abide by Amarillo College code of conduct and behavior policies

Grading Criteria

Grading will be on a percentage basis:

                                                  90-100 = A

                                                  80-90   = B

                                                  70-80   = C

                                                  <  60   =  F

No Make-up exams will be permitted

Attendance

Students are required to attend all classes and skills day as set forth by TCFP standards

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