BFST1302/ATPC1302
Fire Apparatus Operations - 45 Hours
Course Description
The curriculum covers the laws, rules and driving techniques for emergency vehicles, as well as a review of fire service hydraulics. Fire ground evolutions and a driving course make up the practical part of the course. The evolution portion of the course includes the use of pre-connected lines, tandem pumping, drafting, relays and master streams. The student should have a basic understanding of fire stream hydraulics prior to entering this course. Students must bring gloves and proper attire for water pumping exercises.
Syllabus
Additional Information and Instructor Qualifications:
Textbook
- Pumping and Aerial Apparatus Driver/ Operator Handbook, 3rd Ed. Publisher: IFSTA ISBN# 978-0879395711
This Textbook is used for 3 classes: Fire Service Hydraulics, Fire Apparatus Operations and Aerial Apparatus Operations
Pre-Requisites
Pre-Coursework
None
This program is part of the following Certification(s)
Applicable CEU's (45 hours)
None
Course Equivalency Process
(To determine eligibility of courses not listed in your FCDICE Student Account that you want to use towards a certification)
Not required
Course Fee
(Prices vary by providers)
FSFC Schedule and Registration
Visit Marion Technical College (MTC) @ FSFC for Schedule and Registration
Call 352-369-2875 for questions
