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LTCC CATALOG 2010-2011 153 ETHNIC STUDIES - FIRE SCIENCEETH 203C HISTORY OF MEXICO: 1910 TOPRESENTLecture 4, Lab 0, Units 4This course, the third of a three-part series, covers the major sociohistoricand political events in the history of Mexico from the MexicanRevolution to the present. Topics to be covered include eventsduring the Mexican Revolution, rebuilding the nation, the muralistmovement, establishing the system of one official political party, theMexican Economic Miracle of the 50's and 60's, social strife andeconomic collapse, and triumph of an opposition party.Transfers to CSU, UNR, UCADVISORY: ENG 152 or equivalent.ETH 231 SPECIAL PROJECTSUnits 1-4This course is designed for students wishing to pursue a specific topicof study. Emphasis is placed on individualized instruction and studentproject planning. The student must arrange for project and creditapproval by the instructor prior to registering for this course.Transfers to CSUETH 291 SPECIAL PROJECTSUnits 1-4This course is designed for students wishing to pursue a specifictopic of study in occupational, technical or college preparatory areas.Emphasis is placed on individualized instruction and student projectplanning. The student must arrange for project and credit approval bythe instructor prior to registering for this course.FIRE SCIENCEA.A. DEGREEAn A.A. Degree is offered in the field of Fire Science. For majorrequirements, see page 66.CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENTA Certificate of Achievement is offered in the field of Fire Science. Forrequirements, see page 89.THE FOLLOWING COURSES IN THIS SUBJECT AREA MAYBE CHALLENGED: FIR 101.FIR 101 FIRE PROTECTION ORGANIZATIONLecture 4 Lab 0, Units 4(Formerly FIR 151)This course provides an introduction to fire protection. Topics coveredinclude career opportunities in fire protection and related fields, fireloss analysis, organization and function of public and private fireprotection services, and laws and regulations affecting the fire service.Students will be introduced to fire service nomenclature, basic firechemistry and physics, fire protection systems, and fire strategy andtactics.Transfers to CSUFIR 102 FUNDAMENTALS OF FIRE PREVENTIONLecture 4 Lab 0, Units 4(Formerly FIR 152)This course provides fundamental information regarding the historyand philosophy of fire prevention. Topics covered include theorganization and operation of a fire prevention bureau, use offire codes, identification and correction of fire hazards, and therelationship of fire prevention with fire safety education, detection andsuppression systems.Transfers to CSUADVISORY: Completion or concurrent enrollment in FIR 101.FIR 103 FIRE PROTECTION EQUIPMENT ANDSYSTEMSLecture 4 Lab 0, Units 4(Formerly FIR 159)This course provides information relating to the features of designand operation of fire detection and alarm systems. Topics coveredinclude heat and smoke control systems, special protection andsprinkler systems, water supply for fire protection and portable fireextinguishers.Transfers to CSUADVISORY: Completion or concurrent enrollment in FIR 101.FIR 104 BUILDING CONSTRUCTION FOR FIREPROTECTIONLecture 4 Lab 0, Units 4(Formerly FIR 154)This course examines the components of building construction thatrelate to fire safety. The elements of construction and design of structuresare shown to be key factors when inspecting buildings, preplanning fireoperations, and operating at fires. Students will study the developmentand evolution of building and fire codes in relationship to past fires inresidential, commercial, and industrial occupancies.Transfers to CSUADVISORY: Completion or concurrent enrollment in FIR 101.FIR 105 FIRE BEHAVIOR AND COMBUSTIONLecture 4 Lab 0, Units 4(Formerly FIR 160)This course presents theory and fundamentals of how and why firesstart and spread, and how they are controlled. Topics covered includean in-depth study of fire chemistry and physics, fire characteristics ofmaterials, extinguishing agents, and fire control techniques.Transfers to CSUADVISORY: Completion or concurrent enrollment in FIR 101. MAT 154 or 154AAwith a grade of "C" or better or equivalent. One year of high school chemistry.FIR 106 PRINCIPLES OF FIRE AND EMERGENCYSERVICES SAFETY AND SURVIVALLecture 4 Lab 0, Units 4This course introduces the basic principles and history related to thenational firefighter life safety initiatives, focusing on the need forcultural and behavior change throughout the emergency services.Topics covered include the history of fire service culture; the nationalcontext of health and safety; training, equipment, and emergencyresponse; organizational health and safety profile; risk management;and public education for fire prevention.Transfers to CSUADVISORY: Completion or concurrent enrollment in FIR 101.Environmental Science - Ethnic Studies - Fire Science