FIRE 714 - Wildland Fire Control

FIRE 714 Wildland Fire Control

This course focuses on the principles and techniques used to extinguish wildland fires, as well as prevention and control of their occurrences. Discussion points will include California’s wildland fire problem, safety, weather effects, wildland fuels, fire behavior, attack methods, urban interfaces and investigation.

Units: 3
Degree Credit
Letter Grade Only
  • Lecture hours/semester: 48-54
  • Homework hours/semester: 96-108
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 or ENGL 105. FIRE 715
Transfer Credit: CSU
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College of San Mateo

Department: Fire Science Technology

Number of Units: 3

This description is for the Spring 2024 term