Courses

Administration of Justice

ADMJ 51, Juvenile Procedures
Lec-52.5

This course examines juvenile procedure within the administration of justice system, analyzing societal responses to juvenile crime through historical records and crime trend data. Facets of juvenile law enforcement as well as prevention, rehabilitation, and detention will be covered, with emphasis on procedural change in justice policy.

CSU
Units: 3
Credit type: Credit/Degree Applicable
ADMJ 52, Concepts of Criminal Law
Lec-52.5

ADVISE: Readiness for college-level English or ESL 188

Principles of California criminal law, including laws of arrest, search and seizure, application sections of the Constitution of the United States and relevant cases as they apply to and affect contemporary law. An understanding of the California Penal Code and other criminal statutes.

UC/CSU
Units: 3
Credit type: Credit/Degree Applicable
ADMJ 53, Legal Aspects of Evidence
Lec-52.5

ADVISE: Readiness for college-level English or ESL 188

Study of the forms of evidence allowed in a courtroom and the evolution of procedural safeguards that govern the admissibility of evidence and ensure due process of law and fair justice for all litigants.

CSU
Units: 3
Credit type: Credit/Degree Applicable
ADMJ 54, Principles and Procedures of the Justice System
Lec-52.5

Comprehensive overview of the legal procedures and constitutional requirements followed by law enforcement, the courts and corrections in criminal cases. Every step of the criminal justice process from pre-arrest to appeal will be thoroughly reviewed and studied. Required for the ADMJ Major and Certificate of Achievement.

CSU
Units: 3
Credit type: Credit/Degree Applicable
ADMJ 55, Administration of Justice and the LGBTQ+ Community
Lec-52.5 field trips P/NP Available

An examination of the relationship and interactions between the American justice system and the LGBTQ+ community. This course meets the training requirements of section 13519.41PC for law enforcement officers and 9-1-1 dispatchers.

CSU
Units: 3
Credit type: Credit/Degree Applicable
ADMJ 57, Introduction to Administration of Justice
Lec-52.5 field trips P/NP Available

ADVISE: Readiness for college-level English or ESL 188

A critical thinking exploration of historical and contemporary issues in criminal justice. Study and analysis of the core principles and components of the American criminal justice system (police, courts, and corrections), the evolution of criminal justice, criminal behavior theory, crime categories, policing models, challenges in policing, and career opportunities.

UC/CSU
Units: 3
Credit type: Credit/Degree Applicable
ADMJ 59, Organized Crime
Lec-52.5

ADVISE: Readiness for college-level English or ESL 188

Practical and theoretical investigation techniques involving organized crime to include the social and cultural characteristics of organized crime groups. Law enforcement responses to organized crime will be explored as a basis for understanding and mitigating organized crime groups.

UC/CSU
Units: 3
Credit type: Credit/Degree Applicable
ADMJ 62, Criminal Investigation
Lec-52.5

ADVISE: Readiness for college-level English or ESL 188

The organization, techniques, procedures, and ethical issues involved in criminal investigations conducted by sworn personnel. Topics include crime scene searches, interviews and interrogations, evidence, and the role of the investigator in court proceedings.

CSU
Units: 3
Credit type: Credit/Degree Applicable
ADMJ 63, Fingerprints
Lec-52.5 field trips

Theory, practice, and critique of the science of fingerprints. Topics include pattern types, systems of classification, comparison/identification and ACE-V, latent print development, preservation of evidence, fingerprint databases, admissibility, court testimony and exhibits, and relevant case law.

CSU
Units: 3
Credit type: Credit/Degree Applicable
ADMJ 64, Progressive Policing in the 21st Century
Lec-52.5 P/NP Available

ADVISE: Readiness for college-level English or ESL 188

An examination of the evolution of policing as it relates to the current progressive policing era. Interrelationships and leadership role expectations among police and the public are studied.

CSU
Units: 3
Credit type: Credit/Degree Applicable
ADMJ 65, Criminal Justice, Drugs, Crime and the Law
Lec-52.5

ADVISE: Readiness for college-level English or ESL 188

Provides a student with a comprehensive explanation of the history of psychoactive drug use; primarily in the United States and peripherally in the world. Students study a menu of psychoactive substances and explore the critical intersection between criminal organizations, crime, drug use, and the law. Students will analyze and evaluate public policy initiatives and laws targeting intervention, prevention strategies, and criminal justice community treatment programs.

UC/CSU
Units: 3
Credit type: Credit/Degree Applicable
ADMJ 66, Forensic Evidence
Lec-52.5

ADVISE: Readiness for college-level English or ESL 188

This course introduces students to forensic evidence and the crime lab. Topics include history and sub-disciplines of forensic science, structure of crime labs, types and characteristics of evidence, methods of laboratory analysis, requirements of courtroom admissibility, and expert testimony.

CSU
Units: 3
Credit type: Credit/Degree Applicable
ADMJ 67, Terrorism and Counterterrorism
Lec-52.5 P/NP Available

ADVISE: Readiness for college-level English or ESL 188

This course introduces the issues of terrorism, terrorist tactics, terrorist ideology, and the
terrorist threats to public safety as well as methods and techniques of countering
terrorism and preparing for and dealing with its impacts.

UC/CSU
Units: 3
Credit type: Credit/Degree Applicable
ADMJ 68, Criminal Justice Report Writing
Lec-52.5 P/NP Available

PREREQ: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in: ENGL 26

Develops students' abilities in note taking, interviewing, and information gathering to produce clear, objective, organized, and legally sufficient criminal justice reports. Topics include report writing rules, codes, and formatting. Strong emphasis on writing mechanics.

CSU
Units: 3
Credit type: Credit/Degree Applicable
ADMJ 69, Crime Scene Documentation
Lec-52.5 field trips P/NP Available

ADVISE: ADMJ 68

Fundamental theories of physical evidence practically applied and the legal considerations involved in its recognition, collection, preservation and presentation in court. Topics include securing the scene and documenting evidence using photos, diagrams, and notes; collecting evidence; and maintaining the chain of custody and scene reconstruction.

CSU
Units: 3
Credit type: Credit/Degree Applicable
ADMJ 70A, Patrol Procedures
Lec-52.5 field trips P/NP Available

ADVISE: Readiness for college-level English or ESL 188

This course provides vocational application of the principles taught within the Administration of Justice curriculum. This course is designed to help prepare students for satisfactory completion of the placement requirements for service within the San Francisco City College Campus Police Department and/or other law enforcement agencies.

CSU
Units: 3
Credit type: Credit/Degree Applicable

Not required of Administration of Justice majors employed in law enforcement work.

ADMJ 71, Student Campus Patrol Work Experience
P/NP Only

PREREQ: Approval of Administration of Justice and Fire Science Department ADVISE: ADMJ 52 and ADMJ 57 and ADMJ 70A

Field application of principles taught in previous courses in Administration of Justice. Individual experience and training in the Campus Police Department. This course is part of the City College of San Francisco Campus Police. One unit of credit is earned for 54 hours of unpaid or paid work.

CSU
Units: 1
Credit type: Credit/Degree Applicable
ADMJ 72, Police Work Experience
field trips P/NP Only

PREREQ: ADMJ 101 and Approval of Administration of Justice Department

Field application of principles taught in previous course in Administration of Justice 101. This course is used in conjunction with other law enforcement training such as the San Francisco Police Department. One unit of credit is earned for 54 hours of unpaid or paid work.

CSU
Units: 8
Credit type: Credit/Degree Applicable
ADMJ 80, Community Corrections
Lec-52.5 field trips

ADVISE: ADMJ 57

Overview and examination of the development, purpose, goals and role of community based corrections; including it's various components of evidence based practices, probation, parole, diversion, restorative justice, and intermediate sanctions and emerging alternatives to incarceration. Critical policies, issues, and legal trends will be explored along with supervision of special populations including management of juvenile offenders.

CSU
Units: 3
Credit type: Credit/Degree Applicable
ADMJ 82, Criminal Justice Work Experience
P/NP Available

PREREQ: ADMJ 57 and Approval of Administration of Justice Department ADVISE: ADMJ 51 or ADMJ 52 or ADMJ 54 or ADMJ 62 or ADMJ 64 or ADMJ 83

Practice working in a local criminal justice agency under the supervision of employees currently working in the field. Development of professional practices; application of principles; exposure to methods and problems. Weekly activities to evaluate and review progress. One unit of credit is earned for 54 hours of unpaid or paid work.

CSU
Units: 1
Credit type: Credit/Degree Applicable
ADMJ 83, Criminal Justice Career Preparation
Lec-52.5 field trips P/NP Only

This course will prepare students to take the entry level Q2 Police Officer examination for the San Francisco Police Department and entry level positions in law enforcement agencies. Emphasis will be placed on test taking strategies for written, oral, and physical agility components, preparation, skill development for all test areas, and developing a career plan.

CSU
Units: 3
Credit type: Credit/Degree Applicable
ADMJ 85, P.C. 832 Arrest and Control Certification
Lec-52.5 Lab-10 P/NP Available

This course is mandated by the State Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) for all persons exercising Limited Peace Officer Powers as well as Institutional, Park Ranger and other Peace Officer positions. Topics include history of law enforcement, professionalism, ethics, community relations, the criminal justice system, presentation of evidence, criminal law, preliminary investigations, laws of arrest, use of force (de-escalation) and search and seizure.

CSU
Units: 3
Credit type: Credit/Degree Applicable
ADMJ 88, Law Enforcement and the Media
Lec-16 P/NP Available

PREREQ: A California Peace Officer Standards and Training Basic Course certificate issued from an accredited regional police academy or equivalent as determined by the division Dean or their appointee. NOTE: equivalent training is not a guarantee state regulatory or licensing agencies will also grant equivalency.

This course is designed to help police personnel understand the role of the Public Affairs/Public Information Office, the policies regarding news media contacts, and the interface between community policing and the media.

CSU
Units: 0.5
Credit type: Credit/Degree Applicable
ADMJ 89, Continuing Professional Training
Lec-26 Lab-8 P/NP Only

PREREQ: A California Peace Officer Standards and Training Basic Course certificate issued from an accredited regional police academy or equivalent as determined by the division Dean or their appointee. NOTE: equivalent training is not a guarantee that state regulatory or licensing agencies will also grant equivalency.

This course is designed to provide police personnel with mandated training in legal updates, risk management, community policing, first aid and CPR, and arrest and control techniques. Successful completion of this course meets mandated bi-annual POST requirements for continuing professional training

CSU
Units: 1.5
Credit type: Credit/Degree Applicable

Students may petition to repeat this course to meet a legally mandated training requirement.

ADMJ 92, Instructor Development
Lec-40 P/NP Available

PREREQ: A California Peace Officer Standards and Training Basic Course certificate issued from an accredited regional police academy or equivalent as determined by the division Dean or their appointee NOTE: equivalent training is not a guarantee state regulatory or licensing agencies will also grant equivalency.

This course is designed to train the student in teaching techniques which include: personal introductions, listening skills, mechanics of speech delivery, effective use of educational aids, topic development, adult learning concepts, ethics, participant behaviors, educational presentations, basic course instructional systems, and integrating the workbook into the basic course.

CSU
Units: 2
Credit type: Credit/Degree Applicable

Students may petition to repeat this course to meet a legally mandated training requirement.

ADMJ 100, Emergency Vehicle Operation
Lec-5 Lab-13 P/NP Available

PREREQ: A California Peace Officer Standards and Training Basic Course certificate issued from an accredited regional police academy or equivalent as determined by the division Dean or their appointee NOTE: equivalent training is not a guarantee state regulatory or licensing agencies will also grant equivalency.

This course of Advanced Officer training is designed to instruct and reinforce the participant's knowledge in the lawful requirements of operating an emergency vehicle during code three and pursuit conditions.

CSU
Units: 0.5
Credit type: Credit/Degree Applicable
ADMJ 101, Basic Police Academy
Lec-360 Lab-1072 field trips

PREREQ: California P.O.S.T. (Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training) reading and writing exam or employment by a P.O.S.T. approved agency; Department of Justice clearance; Medical verification: clearance from a licensed physician to participate in intensive physical activity commensurate with a police academy. ADVISE: PE 29A and BOSS 5500 and (Readiness for college-level English or ESL 188)

Principles, procedures, and techniques of law enforcement; criminal law, patrol and investigative procedures, report writing, use of force tactics, weapons use, community relations, vehicle operations, traffic enforcement, accident investigation, first aid, CPR, academic and physical skills training and assessment required by the State Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training to meet the minimum standards for employment as a peace officer in California (1280 in-class hours).

CSU
Units: 40.5
Credit type: Credit/Degree Applicable
ADMJ 109, Booking and Detention
Lec-9 P/NP Only

PREREQ: A California Peace Officer Standards and Training Basic Course certificate issued from an accredited regional police academy or equivalent as determined by the division Dean or their appointee NOTE: equivalent training is not a guarantee state regulatory or licensing agencies will also grant equivalency.

A San Francisco Police Academy course to develop knowledge and understanding of guidelines and procedures pursuant to booking and detention of prisoners at police holding facilities.

CSU
Units: 0.5
Credit type: Credit/Degree Applicable

Students may petition to repeat this course to meet a legally mandated training requirement.

F SC 17, Public Safety: Emergency Medical Response
Lec-52.5

Basic knowledge and skills necessary to provide lifesaving interventions and assist higher level Emergency Medical Services (EMS) personnel at the scene and during transport and perform basic interventions with minimal equipment. Meets national EMS education standards for Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) level training.

CSU
Units: 3
Credit type: Credit/Degree Applicable
F SC 61A, Introduction to Fire Prevention
Lec-52.5 field trips P/NP Available

PREREQ: F SC 50 ADVISE: F SC 52A or F SC 53 or F SC 64

This course provides fundamental information regarding the history and philosophy of fire prevention, organization and operation of a fire prevention bureau, use of fire codes, identification and correction of fire hazards, and the relationships of fire prevention with built-in fire protection systems, fire investigation, and fire and life-safety education.

CSU
Units: 3
Credit type: Credit/Degree Applicable
F SC 62, Rescue Practices
Lec-52.5 field trips P/NP Available

Technical rescue practices of the fire service-vehicle extrication, confined space, trench rescue, high & low angle rescue, building collapse scenarios, fire ground rescue operations, and aquatic response emergencies. Examines current tools and technologies, role of fire service heavy rescue, operational issues confronting basic level rescue providers.

CSU
Units: 3
Credit type: Credit/Degree Applicable
F SC 107A, Fire Training Work Experience I
P/NP Available

PREREQ: F SC 17 or EMT 100 and F SC 55 and F SC 62 and PE 29A; Approval of Administration of Justice/Fire Science Department

Off-campus work experience with the San Francisco or South San Francisco Fire department. Student job performance will be evaluated by an on-site supervisor for compliance to the National Fire Protection Association Standard 1001 physical skills. Meets requirements by California State Fire Training for Firefighter 1. One unit of credit is earned for each 54 hours of paid or unpaid work.

CSU
Units: 0.5
Credit type: Credit/Degree Applicable
F SC 107B, Fire Training Work Experience II
P/NP Available

PREREQ: F SC 107A and F SC 111 or certificate of completion from a California regional Fire Academy

Off-campus work experience with a fire department. Student job performance will be evaluated by an on-site supervisor and the CCSF instructor. Meets requirements by California State Fire Training for Firefighter 1. One unit of credit is earned for 54 hours of paid or unpaid work.

Name change: was Fire Training Work Experience

CSU
Units: 2.5
Credit type: Credit/Degree Applicable
F SC 108, Fire Service Work Experience
P/NP Available

PREREQ: F SC 110

Field application of principles taught in Basic Fire Academy. This course is used with other fire service agency training such as in the San Francisco Fire Department. One unit of credit is earned for 54 hours of unpaid or paid work.

CSU
Units: 8
Credit type: Credit/Degree Applicable

Fire Science

F SC 50, Introduction to Fire Science
Lec-52.5 field trips P/NP Available

ADVISE: Readiness for college-level English or ESL 188

Introductory course to fire science that examines fire technology, department organizational structures, Incident Command System, fire protection systems and equipment, and provides an overview of careers in fire investigation, fire prevention, and fire suppression. The class meets the Fire Fighter I and II certification of the National Fire Protection Association's (NFPA?) Standard 1001.

CSU
Units: 3
Credit type: Credit/Degree Applicable
F SC 51A, Fire Tactics and Strategy
Lec-52.5 field trips

PREREQ: F SC 50

This course provides students pursuing a career in fire service with a better understanding of situational awareness when responding to emergency incidents, as well as assists those who hope to improve their firefighting skills and prepare for promotion.

CSU
Units: 3
Credit type: Credit/Degree Applicable
F SC 52A, Fire Protection Equipment & Systems
Lec-52.5 field trips

A study of automatic sprinkler systems, standpipe systems, fire detection devices and systems, manual fire suppression equipment, water supplies, extinguishing agents, pumps used in fire protection, smoke management systems and special extinguishing systems.

CSU
Units: 3
Credit type: Credit/Degree Applicable
F SC 53, Building Construction for Fire Protection
Lec-52.5 field trips P/NP Available

PREREQ: F SC 50

Components of building construction that relate to fire safety; elements of construction and design of structures as key factors when inspecting buildings; preplanning fire operations and operating at fires; development and evolution of building and fire codes studied in relationship to past fires in residential, commercial and industrial occupancies.

CSU
Units: 3
Credit type: Credit/Degree Applicable
F SC 55, Wildland Fire Control
Lec-52.5 field trips P/NP Available

PREREQ: F SC 50

A critical study of wildland fire line safety, fire behavior, fire prevention, fire extinguishment methods, strategy and tactics, Incident Command System, communications, use of fire apparatus, aircraft, bulldozers, hand crews, and analysis of wildland fire incidents. Required for F SC 111, the Firefighter Academy.

CSU
Units: 3
Credit type: Credit/Degree Applicable
F SC 57, Principles of Fire and Emergency Services: Safety and Survival
Lec-52.5 field trips P/NP Available

PREREQ: F SC 50 ADVISE: F SC 52A or F SC 53 or F SC 55 or F SC 61A or F SC 64

This course introduces the basic concepts of occupational health and safety as it relates to emergency service organizations. Topics include risk evaluation and control procedures for emergency and non-emergency situations. The course curriculum will be guided by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards, such as National Fire Protection Association 1500, Fire Department Occupational Health and Safety Programs.

CSU
Units: 3
Credit type: Credit/Degree Applicable
F SC 63, Vehicle Extrication
Lec-9.5 Lab-14.5 field trips P/NP Only

PREREQ: EMT 14 or F SC 17; Completion of or concurrent enrollment in: F SC 111 or other Firefighter One training (certification not required)

This course provides the knowledge and skills to prepare a Firefighter to extricate victim(s) from vehicles in a safe and effective manner in accordance with Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) policies and procedures.

CSU
Units: 0.5
Credit type: Credit/Degree Applicable
F SC 64, Fire Behavior and Combustion
Lec-52.5

Theory and fundamentals of how and why fires start, spread and are controlled. An in depth study of fire chemistry and physics, fire characteristic of materials, extinguishing agents and fire control techniques.

CSU
Units: 3
Credit type: Credit/Degree Applicable
F SC 65, Hazardous Materials First Responder Operations
Lec-32 Lab-9 field trips P/NP Available

COREQ: F SC 111 ADVISE: Readiness for college-level English or ESL 188

This course is designed to accomplish an understanding of the operational level component associated with hazardous materials. Fulfills the requirements by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 472 and exceeds the requirements of Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 29 CFR 1910.120 standard for competent response to Hazardous Materials / Weapons of Mass Destruction incidents.

CSU
Units: 2
Credit type: Credit/Degree Applicable
F SC 75A, Company Officer 2A: Human Relations Management
Lec-35 P/NP Available

ADVISE: F SC 50

How company officers in fire departments use human resources to accomplish assignments, to evaluate members on performance, to supervise personnel, and integrate health and safety plans, policies, and procedures into daily activities, and during emergency incidents.

CSU
Units: 2
Credit type: Credit/Degree Applicable

Partial certificate course requirement for new Company Officer, which replaces the former requirements for Fire Officer that expired 12/31/2016.

F SC 75B, Company Officer 2B: General Administrative Functions
Lec-20 field trips P/NP Available

ADVISE: F SC 50

General administration functions along with implementation of department polices and procedures. Addresses projecting the fire department's role, image, and mission to the public.

CSU
Units: 1
Credit type: Credit/Degree Applicable
F SC 75C, Company Officer 2C: Fire Inspections and Investigations
Lec-40 field trips P/NP Available

ADVISE: F SC 50

This course provides information on conducting inspections, identifying hazards and addressing violations consistent with fire service standards. The course also provides information for performing a fire investigation in order to determine the preliminary cause of the fire as well as procedures to follow for securing the incident scene and preserving evidence.

CSU
Units: 2
Credit type: Credit/Degree Applicable
F SC 75D, Company Officer 2D: All-Risk Command Operations
Lec-35 field trips P/NP Available

ADVISE: F SC 50

Approaching an emergency and observing scene, developing a strategy and assigning tactical resources to mitigate an emergency for single-family dwelling fires, multi-family dwelling fires, commercial fires, high rise fires, multi-casualty medical incidents and technical rescue incidents.

CSU
Units: 2
Credit type: Credit/Degree Applicable
F SC 75E, Company Officer 2E: Wildland Incident Operations
Lec-35 field trips P/NP Available

ADVISE: F SC 50

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, creating an incident action plan, and completing incident records and reports.

CSU
Units: 2
Credit type: Credit/Degree Applicable
F SC 75F, Instructor I - State Fire Trng
Lec-35 P/NP Available

Provides the skills and knowledge needed for entry level professional instructor to perform his or her duties, safely, effectively, and competently. Follows National Fire Protection Association 1041 Standard for Fire Service Instructor. Also, meets partial requirements for Instructor 1 and Company Officer, California State Fire Marshal Office, State Fire Training Meets minimum requirement for San Francisco Fire Department for Training Instructor at the Division of Training (DOT).

CSU
Units: 2
Credit type: Credit/Degree Applicable

Partial certificate course requirement for new Company Officer or certification for Instructor 1 to teach State Fire Training Level 1 courses. Also, meets requirement to teach at the San Francisco Fire Department Training Academy.

F SC 106, Fire Safety Director
Lec-27 P/NP Available

ADVISE: ESL 186 or placement in ESL 188 or readiness for college-level English

Provides basic knowledge and skills in the preparation of facility emergency plans; fire prevention and protection; life safety systems; evacuation and relocation procedures; earthquake preparedness; management of various emergencies and coordinating with emergency responders. This course is for those falling under jurisdictions of the San Francisco Fire Department, California State Fire Marshal's Office, and Fire Protection Division of California Health and Safety Code.

CSU
Units: 1.5
Credit type: Credit/Degree Applicable
F SC 110, Basic Fire Academy
Lec-257 Lab-535 field trips

PREREQ: EMT 100; AHA BLS Healthcare Provider or Red Cross CPR for Professional Rescuer; Pass the Candidate Physical Agility Test (CPAT); Live Scan; Possession of a valid California Driver's License

Basic Fire Academy is for entry level Firefighter positions with San Francisco Fire Department. Training meets the standards of the National Fire Protection Association and California State Fire Marshal Office of State Fire Training, and the Firefighter (2019) curriculum. Emphasis is on Firefighter training, Wildland Firefighter training, and Hazardous Materials /Weapons of Mass Destruction training.

CSU
Units: 24.5
Credit type: Credit/Degree Applicable

Course is scheduled at San Francisco Fire Department training facilities, and is designed for the San Francisco Fire Department according to pre-requisites outlined in this course

F SC 111, Firefighter One Academy
Lec-157.5 Lab-215.25 field trips P/NP Available

PREREQ: F SC 17 or EMT 100; F SC 50; F SC 55; F SC 62; PE 29A COREQ: F SC 107A; F SC 65 ADVISE: F SC 52A or F SC 53 or F SC 57 or F SC 61A or F SC 64

Students trained to latest State Fire Training Firefighter One standards, National Fire Protection Association standards for Firefighter One. F SC 111 focuses on structural firefighting, wildland firefighting, and hazardous materials and weapons of mass destruction.

CSU
Units: 13
Credit type: Credit/Degree Applicable

Additional student fees required for State Fire Training (SFT) written and skills testing, SFT Fire Service Training and Education Program (FSTEP) training courses that are part of the Fire Academy, and safety equipment and uniforms required for Fire Academy participation

F SC 115, Incident Command System 200
Lec-6 Lab-10 P/NP Available

PREREQ: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in: FEMA ICS 100-b, available at the FEMA.gov website

This course is designed to enable personnel to operate efficiently during an incident or event within the Incident Command System (ICS). This course focuses on the management of single resources in initial and developing incidents.

CSU
Units: 0.5
Credit type: Credit/Degree Applicable
F SC 145, Introduction to Homeland Security
Lec-52.5

This course introduces students to the fundamentals of Homeland Security. It examines the history and events leading up to the creation of the Department of Homeland Security. This class will examine the interoperation between local, state, federal and non-governmental organizations regarding mitigation, preparation, prevention, response and recovery in an all-hazards environment.

CSU
Units: 3
Credit type: Credit/Degree Applicable

F SC 145 = ADMJ 145

F SC 150, Fire Service Career Preparation
Lec-35 P/NP Available

PREREQ: F SC 50

Fire Science 150 includes the principles, procedures, and best practices for obtaining a job in the fire service. Students develop strategies for success, career track planning, setting career goals, resume writing, test taking, and interview skills will be emphasized and put into practice during this course.

CSU
Units: 2
Credit type: Credit/Degree Applicable