Classes in jft

JFT 1A Fire Command 1A 1.0 units
Description: This course provides students an introduction to human resource management and an overview of the organizational structure used within the fire service. Students will size-up emergency situations and identify the strategies, tactics, and methods necessary to manage given scenarios. Common causes of fire fighter deaths and injuries, appropriate safety measures to protect personnel will also be covered. PREREQUISITE: Fire Fighter 1 Certification A&B, or Equivalent. ADVISORY: Eligible for English 250 and English 420.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Identify fire service personnel with an overview of the organizational structure used within the fire service, including duties and responsibilities.
2. Demonstrate how to compile a prefire plan, and hot to utilize that information when responding to an emergency incident
3. Identify the strategies, tactics and methods necessary to manage given scenarios.
4. Describe the principles of delegation of authority at an emergency incident.


JFT 2B Fire Command 2B Hazardous Materials On Scene Commander 1.0 units
Description: This course is intended to provide Incident Commanders with the skills and competency necessary to mitigate an emergency incident, initiate remedial action, and ensure the restoration of normal services with a comprehensive resource management approach. PREREQUISITE: Has Mat First Responder Operations or Equivalent ADVISORY: Incident Command/Scene Management

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate competency in making an initial hazard analysis and risk assessment of an incident scene, and in developing the strategy and tactics necessary to mitigate the emergency.
2. Demonstrate competency in establishing and organizing the Incident Command System to effectively manage on-scene resources.
3. Outline the various roles tobe played by the local, state, and federal agencies having the responsibility to respond to a hazardous materials incident, and demonstrate how to operate within a Unified Command Structure.
4. Demonstrate competency in establishing site control measures including incident isolation, evacuation, site-entry and incident mitigation.
5. Initiate the remedial actions necessary to restore services to normal, including knowing where to obtain funding and how to select a clean-up contractor
6. Demonstrate the competency in supervising an incident investigation, documenting the proceedings for credibility and initiating the criminal prosecution process.


JFT 3 Fire Mgmt I - Management, Supervisor for Company Officers 1.0 units
Description: This is a required course for Level 1 Fire Officer certification. The curriculum includes management styles of leadership; promoting group cooperation; types of verbal orders; interpreting and implementing policies; methods of dealing with subordinates; duties and responsibilities of rank; line and staff function; emotional and behavioral characteristics of individuals and working groups; group behavior within the organization; personnel procedures; types of corrective action, personnel interviews and counseling.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Plan, organize, direct, and evaluate the work of members assigned to your crew.


JFT 4A Fire Mgmt 2A - Organizational Development and Human Relations 1.0 units
Description: This course provides information on the foundation of individual behavior, personality and emotions, motivational concepts, and individual decision making. It also provides group behavior, work teams, group dynamics, group communication, conflict and negotiations, power and politics, leadership and creating trust. Organizational structure, human resource policies and practices, organizational culture, and organizational change and development will be addressed. PREREQUISITE: Fire Management 1 ADVISORY: Eligible for English 250 and English 420.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Apply management techniques and will utilize management principles in managing human relations and resolve problems.
2. Demonstrate the skills to make the transition from supervisor to manager.
3. Apply methods and styles of leadership and techniques for creating trust within the organization.


JFT 5A Fire Investigation 1A 1.0 units
Description: This 40-hour course provides an introduction and basic overview of fire scene investigation and investigative tools required to collect, document, and preserve evidence. The focus of this course will be on providing information about fire scene indicators and determining the fire's origin.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate an effective and accurate fire investigation(structural, vehicular, wildland, and explosion) in which the fire scene is properly documented and the ignition source is identified.


JFT 5B Fire Investigation 1B 1.0 units
Description: This 40 hour course provides information on scene safety, including post blast investigation. Topics include evidence recognition, documentation, and preservation including scene photography and trace evidence. Students will gain knowledge and insight related documentation of findings including case reports, insurance information and other resources available to the investigator. Course methodology includes presentations, case studies, group exercises, focused discussions and written assignments. PREREQUISITE Fire Investigation 1A.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Recognize potentially hazardous conditions during scenario, and take the appropriate action and protection to mitigate the danger. Distinguish a scene analysis that determines the personal protective equipment necessary to establish a safe environment for both fire fighters and bystanders
2. Compose an accurate investigative report on fire fatalities and injuries including scene investigation of a mock fire investigation.


JFT 7A Fire Apparatus Drive-Operator 1A 1.0 units
Description: This course provides information on fire apparatus preventive maintenance and driving/operating. Topics include routine tests, inspections, and servicing functions, operate, back, maneuver, and turn a fire apparatus in a variety of conditions; and operate all fixed systems and equipment on a fire apparatus. This course fulfills the requirements for a Class C Firefighter Endorsement.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Perform and document routine tests, inspections, and servicing functions on the systems and components of a fire apparatus to verify their operational status.
2. Demonstrate various driving skills including defensive driving, backing into a restricted space and turning the apparatus 180 degrees during simulated driving conditions.


JFT 7B Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator – Pumping Apparatus 1B 1.0 units
Description: This course provides information on pumping apparatus preventive maintenance and operations. Topics include routine tests, inspections, and servicing functions; producing hand, master, and foam streams, relay pump operations; and supplying water to fire sprinkler and stand pump systems. PREREQUISITE: Fire Firefighter Academy 1 certificate or equivalent

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Perform and document routine tests, inspections, and servicing functions on the systems and components unique to a pumping apparatus to verify their operational status
2. Demonstrate methods for performing effective hand, master, and foam fire streams.


JFT 7C Fire Driver Operator Tiller Truck Operations 1.0 units
Description: This course is for students responsible for operating fire apparatus equipped with an tiller apparatus. Topics include inspecting, maintaining, and testing of tiller devices. Practical application requires driving an tiller apparatus including tiller operations, positioning and stabilizing the apparatus, and operating the tiller device. Pre-requisite JFT 225 or JFT 8 ADVISORY: JFT 7A and JFT 7B.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Recognize standards, and related laws for tiller fire apparatus as detailed in State Fire Training Curriculum.
2. Demonstrate students driving skills with tiller during simulated driving conditions


JFT 8 Fire Fighter I Academy 13.5 units
Description: This academy includes instruction on basic fire fighting skills, laws and regulations affecting the fire service. The course will provide the student with knowledge and skills to safely perform, under minimal supervision, essential and advanced fire ground tasks, basic rescue, basic fire prevention and fire investigation tasks and to use, inspect, and maintain fire fighting and rescue equipment. Curriculum is intended to provide the minimum required training required for the State of California Fire Marshal in the field of Fire Technology as it relates to firefighters. ADVISORY: Eligible for English 250 and English 420.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Explain the theory and fundamentals of heat transfer, fundamentals of combustion, elements of fire and describe how the removal of any one of the elements will result in the extinguishment of the fire.
2. Coordinate the type of personal protective equipment needed for different exposures and locate the equipment on the engine.
3. Compare the different types and applications ofportable fire extinguishers for successful extinguishment of small fires.
4. Identify the fire attack methods to combat fires as safely and efficiently as possible and a systematic approach to the fire fighting operations to eliminate confusion and inconsistency on the fire ground.
5. Operate and practice with the components, accessories and functions of self-contained breathing apparatus.
6. Identify three principal environmental elements affecting the start and spread of a wildland fire.
7. Identify the steps a fire fighter needs to take as a first responder to remove or mitigate safety hazards that may further threaten victims, bystanders, and public safety personnel while observing information to provide to the investigators that is pertinent to the investigation.


JFT 8A Firefighter I Academy Skills Review and Certification 1.5 units
Description: This course reinforces, combines, and integrates the skills learned in the basic fire academy in accordance with the State Fire Marshal Firefighter 1 curriculum. Students are provided the opportunity to take the National Capstone tests for International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) and National Board on Fire Services Professional Qualifications (Pro Board) certifications. Successful completion of this course provides the student with the opportunity to apply for employment as a firefighter in the state of California and outside of California with those states that offer reciprocity.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate proper usage and preparation of Self Contained Breathing Apparatus and structural personal protective equipment for reuse.
2. Demonstrate proper procedures for loading, deploying, and advancing an attack line and deploying portable water tanks and the equipment necessary to transfer water and draft from them
3. Employ procedures to force entry through doors, windows, and walls using assorted methods and tools


JFT 9C Fire Instructor 1C 1.0 units
Description: This instructor training will assist and help prepare students to become instructors who can provide effective training programs. Students will identify elements of a course outline, develop lesson plans and create audiovisual training aids.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Describe and demonstrate a variety of methods and techniques for developing lesson plans and tests.
2. Develop, receive feedback, and finalize instructional materials to deliver a teaching demonstration.
3. Identify various testing instruments to evaluate teaching and learning efficiency.


JFT 10 Fire Fighter II 3.5 units
Description: This course is the second in a series of courses that provides the skills and knowledge needed for entry level professional fire fighter to perform his/her duties safely, effectively, and competently. The five overarching themes of the California State Fire Fighter II curriculum are: general knowledge germane to the profession, fire department communications, fireground operations, rescue operations, and prevention, preparedness, and maintenance. PREREQUISITE: Fire Fighter I

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Identify and describe the role and responsibilities of a Fire Fighter II within the organization, Fire Fighter certification track, determine the need for command, and organize and coordinate activities using the information provided.
2. Identify the advantages and disadvantages of smooth bore, fog, and foam nozzles for foam application and demonstrate various foam application techniques.
3. Given report forms, guidelines, and information, will be able to complete a basic incident report that completely and accurately records all pertinent information.


JFT 11 Rescue Systems I Basic Rescue Skills 1.0 units
Description: This course familiarizes the student with the requirements for the California Urban Search and Rescue (US and R) Basic and Light Operational Levels. The manipulative portion of the course concentrates on techniques to operate safely and effectively at structural collapse incidents involving the collapse or failure of light-frame construction and basic rope rescue operations. The Urban Search and Rescue Operational System Description includes four different levels of operational capability, training and equipment. The course uses the Incident Command System (ICS) to apply common terminology and resource management practices to provide supervision and control of essential functions at incidents that involve technically demanding rescue operations. PREREQUISITE: Fire Fighter Certification ADVISORY: Eligible for English 250 and English 420.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Apply the California Urban search and Rescue System, rescue capabilities training, building construction, collapse, and hazards during scenario training.
2. Demonstrate tying all rescue knots and hitches discussed during class.
3. Apply size-up techniques, and safety considerations when attempting to lift, roll or move heavy objects.
4. Demonstrate skills and techniques necessaryto move patients between low and high places and across uneven terrain.
5. Identify and apply structural shoring systems, tools/equipment for emergency shoring and timber spot shores.


JFT 13 Low Angle Rope Rescue Operational Course 0.5 units
Description: The Low Angle Rope Rescue Operational course is designed to provide training for responders in low angle rope rescue operations. This course will also provide training in a subject element required for the California Urban Search and Rescue (US and R) Basic and Light Operational Level.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Describe the components, use/misuse, types, construction, size/dimension, and inspection/maintenance for a kernmantle rescue rope, prusik loop, webbing, load-releasing device, commercial harness, carabiner, brake bar rack, figure eight plate with ears, rescue pulley, mechanical grab device, anchor plate, and edge protection
2. Demonstrate how to tie the six required knots.
3. Identify several methods of system attachments for rescuers and victims.


JFT 14 Fire CDF Academy 2.0 units
Description: This course provides a basic firefighter course oriented toward the equipment utilized on CDF engines. Fundamentals of wildland fire control, pumping skills, incident command and techniques of controlling other emergency incidents are covered with a strong safety perspective. The course is structured with a maximum emphasis on demonstration, student application and performance examinations.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Identify Fire Service Organizations and their functions.
2. Don the wildland fire personal protective clothing under simulated fire conditions while wearing the CDF work uniform.
3. Describe what occurs in the combustion process, list the components of the fire tetrahedron, types of heat transfer, and the products of combustion.
4. List and describe the types equipment utilized on CDF engines.
5. Identify and demonstrate the rules and regulations for working with inmate fire fighters.


JFT 15 CDF Fire Academy Refresher 0.5 units
Description: This is a refresher course for the Basic CDF Firefighter Academy. Returning firefighters must pass the returning firefighter written examination before working on an emergency incident. The subjects are intended to give the Firefighter 1 a basic knowledge which is needed prior to emergency response. Students are required to meet the minimum standard as noted in the behavioral objective for each subject/topic. Candidates for qualification under this course must meet the basic requirements for employment as a CDF Firefighter 1.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate the skills, knowledge and abilities required for routine and emergency firefighting operations
2. Demonstrate the MSA SCBA donning/doffing, use, cleaning, and maintenance,
3. Define the CDF/EED sexual harassment policy
4. Identify water supply systems used in fire emergencies and perform essential fireground task.


JFT 17 Emergency Medical Technician 5.0 units
Description: This course is designed to prepare students to render pre-hospital basic life support services, including cardiopulmonary resuscitation, with emphasis on field application, practices, and techniques vital to the interaction of EMT-I personnel with all levels of emergency medical personnel. PREREQUISITE: First Aid CPR Responder ADVISORY: Eligible for English 280 or English 1A

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Describe the basic concepts of human anatomy and physiology.
2. Demonstrate several emergency care procedures under simulated conditions.
3. Apply fundamental knowledge of the emergency medical services (EMS) system, safety/well-being of the emergency medical technician (EMT), medical/legal, and ethical issues to the provision of emergency care.


JFT 18A Haz Mat 1A Basic Chemistry of Hazardous Materials 1.0 units
Description: Designed to provide the students with a basic foundation in chemistry and physics as they relate to hazardous materials incidents. Topics include an overview of chemical and physical properties, chemical structures and formulas, covalent and ionic bonding, safety, personal protective equipment, operational procedures, Periodic Table of Elements, different types of chemical compounds, and the combustion process as it relates to hazardous materials.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Identify and explain how chemistry affects the hazardous materials response.


JFT 18B Haz Mat Technician 1B - Applied Chemistry-Field ID of Chem 1.0 units
Description: Designed for hazardous materials emergency responders. Emphasizes application of topics learned in Hazardous Materials 1A. Includes the use of filed monitoring and detection devices, sample collection of equipment, and field identification procedures for verifying identifying and classifying unknown chemicals.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Identify and classify HazMat materials utilizing appropriate detection devices and sample collection equipment.


JFT 19 Emergency Medical Technician Clinical 0.5 units
Description: This course gives EMT students emergency department, ambulance, and transport experience while working with patients. PREREQUISITE: JFT 17

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Perform any skills in the EMT scope of practice under the supervision of Nurses, Paramedics, and EMTs


JFT 20 HAZ MAT First Responder 0.5 units
Description: This course is designed for fire department personnel who may respond to releases or potential releases of hazardous materials as part of the initial response to the site for the purpose of protecting nearby persons, property, or the environment from the effects of the release. This course will provide defensive tactics to contain the release from a safe distance, keep it from spreading, and prevent exposures without trying to stop the release. Meets and exceeds the requirements for CFR 29 1910.120 and CCR Title 8.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Recognize a hazmat incident and safely isolate the scene, deny entry and notify others of a hazmat event.
2. Describe the equipment and employ procedures needed to conduct a decontamination of a hazmat incident.


JFT 26A Fire Prevention 1A Fire Inspection 1.0 units
Description: This is a required course for Level 1 Fire Prevention Officer 1 Certification. Curriculum includes organization and function of fire prevention; fire and life safety inspections; codes and ordinances relating to the use and storage and use of flammable, combustible, toxic, reactive and radioactive materials; engineering and enforcing a solution of a fire hazard; fire extinguisher and fixed systems requirements. PREREQUISITE: Firefighter 1A and 1B Certification or equivalent. ADVISORY: Eligible for English 250 and English 420.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Describe general fire inspection practices.
2. Describe the responsibilities of fire prevention personnel.
3. Identify the procedures for correcting fire hazards.
4. Describe the characteristics and common examples of explosives, fireworks, combustible dusts and metals.


JFT 26B Fire Prevention 1B Code Enforcement 1.0 units
Description: This is a course in relationship of Life Safety Codes and requirements to building construction principles and building occupancy classifications. Curriculum includes fire rated construction; fire doors, windows, and shutters; stairwells and smokeproof enclosures; flame spread, smoke production and interior finish considerations for various occupancies; existing and egress requirements; basic electrical theory, electrical hazards and inspection considerations; basic heat, smoke and flame detection systems; sprinkler and fixed protection systems; municipal/residential alarm systems; fire drills and emergency evacuation procedures; inspection reports and filing techniques; processing of plans and specifications; handling fire prevention complaints. ADVISORY: Eligible for English 250 and English 420.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Describe the classification, properties, labeling, incidental storage, handling, and use of flammable and combustible liquids and gases.
2. Describe the classification, properties, labeling, incidental storage, handling, and use of hazardous materials, other than flammable and combustible liquids and gases.
3. Analyze the operational readiness of portable fire extinguishers, fixed fire suppression systems, detection and alarm systems, standpipe systems, sprinkler systems and fire pumps in current locations during inspection.


JFT 30 Paramedic Core 11.0 units
Description: This course is designed to guide students to successful completion of the National Registry EMT-Paramedic exam and meets the training requirements mandated by the State of California, California Code of Regulations Title 22. The didactic instruction represents the delivery of primarily cognitive material. This is the first part of a three-part program. Students must successfully complete the didactic portion of training prior to progressing to Clinical training (part two). PREREQUISITE: JFT 17 EMT,

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Students will learn to identify common respiratory emergencies and the appropriate treatments.
2. Demonstrate the different techniques of medication administration.
3. Establish and/ or maintain a patent airway, oxygenate, and ventilate a patient.
4. Identify pathophysiological principles and the assessment findings to formulate a field impression and implement a treatment plan for the patient with a suspected spinal injury
5. Demonstrate proper techniques for transferring patient care.


JFT 31 Paramedic - Clinical 4.0 units
Description: Application of skills that demonstrate principles and concepts of anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, clinical symptoms and diagnosis as the pertain to pre-hospital emergency medical care of the sick and injured. The students will rotate through specialty areas of the hospital departments: pediatrics, pediatric intensive care unit, labor and delivery, surgery (airway management), respiratory therapy, other selected hospital areas, assisted Living, Skills Nursing Facilities, and facilities for the mentally and physically challenged.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate the ability to accurately assess patients, formulate a treatment plan, and administer medication or other treatment appropriately.
2. Demonstrate the ability to systematically process assessment findings and develop conclusions.
3. Facilitate understanding by hospital personnel through effective communication.


JFT 32 Paramedic - Internship 12.0 units
Description: Application of paramedic knowledge and skills in the clinical setting as an intern responding on a 911 ambulance to ill and injured patients while being instructed and evaluated by a field preceptor. The student will have the task of initiating, providing and directing entire emergency patient care while under the supervision of a preceptor. This ambulance field internship is required for certification as an EMT-Paramedic in California.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate appropriate assessments and treatment of patients under the supervision of a licensed paramedic.
2. Demonstrate the ability to act calm and manage the scene of an emergency under critical situations.
3. Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication with patients, family members and other health care providers.
4. Discuss with the preceptor trauma patient care and treatments with emphasis on surgical options.
5. Demonstrate the ability, under the supervision of a licensed paramedic, to administer medication within the scope of their practice.


JFT 33 Emergency Medical Technician - Refresher 0.5 units
Description: EMT-Basic Refresher curriculum consists of 24-40 hours. The refresher training program is divided into six modules and follows the National Standards Curricula. This refresher course is competency based. EMTs who successfully complete this course must demonstrate competency over the knowledge and skills outlined in this refresher education program. This is a pass/no pass course. PREREQUISITE: JFT 17 or equivalent, must possess current National EMS Certification, EMT Card.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Working with a partner, demonstrate the technique for moving a patient secured to a stretcher to the ambulance and loading the patient into the ambulance.
2. Demonstrate the skills involved in performing the detailed physical exam and apply the components of the essential patient information in a written report.


JFT 35 Fire Fighter Survival 0.5 units
Description: This 16 hour Fire Fighter Survival course was developed in the continuing effort to reduce the number of fire fighter injuries and fatalities that occur on an annual basis. The course will supply the student with a greater understanding of the need for situational awareness, fire fighter survival skills, and the technical survival skills to help avoid committing fatal errors on the fireground. This course is a pass/no pass course. PREREQUISITE: California State Marshal certified fire fighter 1 academy or equivalent as determined by the Dean of Academy Instruction. Note: Approval of equivalent training is not a guarantee state regulatory or licensing agencies will also grant equivalency. Prior to beginning this course students must already be familiar with, and be able to demonstrate all of the skills listed below. These will not be taught in the course, rather they will be the starting point for advanced fire fighter training that builds upon them. These minimum knowledge and skill levels are regarding: 1. Firefighter safety 2. Don and use SCBA, emergency procedure for SCBA failure 3. Determination of air supply in the hazardous atmosphere 4. Safe mounting and dismounting of apparatus 5. Knowledge of all firefighting personal protective equipment, including hand and eye protection 6. Knowledge of all firefighting tools and equipment, ladders, and hoses including appropriate selection, carry, and use for each type across all types of emergencies. 7. Horizontal and vertical ventilation on a structure 8. Hazardous materials and safety precautions 9. Attack technique for an interior structure fire 10. Structure search and rescue including conscious and unconscious victim removal 11. Rescue knots such as bowline, clove hitch, figure eight on a bight, half hitch, and Becket. 12. Familiarity with radio procedures 13. Effective verbal communication used in firefighting 14. First responder CPR and first aid

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate the ability to react efficiently and effectively during various fire emergencies and demonstrate emergency communications when fire fighters become lost, trapped, or disoriented inside a burning structure during classroom scenarios.


JFT 36 Command and Control of the RIC Deployment 0.5 units
Description: This course will provide students with information on Rapid Intervention Crew (RIC) terminology and the tools necessary to conduct a fire fighter rescue operation. It provides the student with command awareness and the control techniques required to effectively manage a fire fighter emergency event should the situation occur. Students will conduct an analysis of fire fighter line-of-duty injuries case studies, taking into account both risk and critical fireground factors, in order to learn from and prevent a fire fighter emergency situation. ADVISORY: Fire Fighter Academy

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Conduct a risk management assessment of structural fire fighting critical fireground factors in an effort to prevent a fire fighter emergency situation.
2. Manage a fire fighter emergency situation should fire fighters become lost or trapped inside a burning structure.


JFT 100 Principles of Emergency Service 3.0 units
Description: This course provides an overview to fire protection and emergency services; career opportunities in fire protection and related fields; culture and history of emergency services; fire loss analysis; organization and function of public and private fire protection services; fire departments as part of local government; laws and regulations affecting the fire service; fire service nomenclature; specific fire protection functions; basic fire chemistry and physics; introduction to fire protection systems; introduction to fire strategy and tactics; life safety initiatives.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Identify the primary responsibilities of fire prevention personnel including code enforcement, public information, and public and private protection systems.
2. Analyze the basic components of fire as a chemical chain reaction, the major phases of fire, and examine the main factors that influence fire spread and fire behavior.


JFT 101 Fire Prevention 3.0 units
Description: This course provides fundamental knowledge relating to the field of fire prevention. Topics include: history and philosophy of fire prevention; organization and operation of a fire prevention bureau; use and application of codes and standards; plans review; fire inspections; fire and life safety education; and fire investigation.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Define the national fire problem and role of fire prevention.
2. Identify and describe the standards for professional qualifications for Fire Marshal, Plans Examiner, Fire Inspector, Fire and Life Safety Educator, and Fire Investigator.


JFT 104 Fire Safety Officer S-404 0.5 units
Description: Provides students specific focus on operations within an Incident Command System as a Safety Officer. Topics include safety officer effectiveness, analysis techniques, safety messages, briefings and reports, and high hazard operations. PREREQUISITE: Firefighter I or Equivalent. JFT 225 or JFT 8.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Identify and prepare for risk management at scene. Include situation awareness, communication, weather, and hazard assessment.
2. Identify Tech-Rescue Incidents as confined space, trench and hazmat incidents. Duties to include victim location and predicament and rescue likelihood with additional monitoring.


JFT 105 Fire Control 3A - Structural Fire Fighting in Acquired Structures 0.5 units
Description: This 14 hour course is designed to develop fundamental skills in combating structure fires by providing the students with a thorough understanding of information on fire behavior, ventilation procedures and techniques, interior fire attack, and exterior attack. The opportunity to reinforce the student's understanding of fire behavior is provided in all of the exercises to be conducted during the delivery of the Fire Control 3A class. PREREQUISITE: Certified Fire Fighter I or Equivalent

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Recognize methods and procedures used for direct, indirect, and combination water application on interior structure fires.
2. Demonstrate proper application of various nozzle patterns
3. Illustrate the effectiveness of Strip Ventilation Cut technique


JFT 106 Fire Control 3B-Structural Firefighting in Live-fire Simulators 0.5 units
Description: This 14 hour course is designed to develop fundamental skills in combating structure fires by providing the students with a thorough understanding of information on fire behavior. The opportunity to reinforce the student's understanding of fire behavior is provided in all the exercises to be conducted during the delivery of the Fire Control 3B class. PREREQUISITE: Certified Firefighter I of equivalent and Fire Control 3A.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Recognize methods and procedures used for direct, indirect, and combination water application on interior structure fires.
2. Demonstrate proper application of various nozzle patterns
3. Illustrate the effectiveness of Strip Ventilation Cut technique


JFT 107 Fire Crew Boss - S-230 0.5 units
Description: This course is required training for all personnel desiring to be qualified as a single resource boss. The concepts in this course are to be applied to all single resource boss positions, not just the Crew Boss of a hand crew. Lessons provide introduction to operational leadership, mobilization, arrival at the incident, risk management, entrapment avoidance, safety and tactics, offline duties, demobilization, and post-incident responsibilities. PREREQUISITE: Qualified as a Firefighter I or equivalent.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Describe Crew Boss responsibilities prior to and during mobilization, on the incident, and during demobilization.
2. Identify the hazards and risks on various incidents and describe how to mitigate them.
3. Describe tactics that are appropriate to various wildland fire situations and implement them through the chain of command.


JFT 108 Engine Boss S-231 0.5 units
Description: This course is designed to meet the training needs of an incident Engine Boss outlined in the Wildland and Prescribed Fire Qualification System Guide, PMS 310-1, and the Position Task Book (PTB) developed for the position of Single Resource Boss, Engine (ENGB). The course will cover the task of an Engine Boss in making the tactical decisions required to safely manage an engine and personnel on an incident. This is a pass/no pass course. PREREQUISITE: Basic Fire Fighter I Academy certificate or equivalent.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Identify Engine capabilities and limitations that the Engine boss must consider when deciding to attempt an assignment.
2. Describe the sizeup elements in a fire situation and determine the tactics to be used after sizeup occurs.


JFT 110 Fire Prevention 3.0 units
Description: This course provides fundamental knowledge relating to the field of fire prevention. Topics include: history and philosophy of fire prevention; organization and operation of a fire prevention bureau; use and application of codes and standards; plans review; fire inspections; fire and life safety education; and fire investigation.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Define the national fire problem and role of fire prevention.
2. Describe Federal, State and local laws, rules, regulations, and codes and identify those relevant to fire prevention of the authority having jurisdiction.
3. Identify and describe the standards for professional qualifications for Fire Marshal, Plans Examiner, Fire Inspector, Fire and Life Safety Educator, and Fire Investigator.


JFT 112 Rope Rescue Technician 1.0 units
Description: This course provides information on high-angle rescue, familiarizing participants with operation of simple, complex, and compound rope rescue systems in the high-angle environment. PREREQUISITE: Fire Fighter I or equivalent.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Given an anchored fixed-rope system with a simulated malfunctioning descent control device, a system to allow escape from the malfunctioning device, a belay system, a life safety harness worn by the person descending, and PPE, the student will be able to demonstrate the ability to escape from a jammed or malfunctioning device during a fixed rope descent in a high-angle environment, so that the person descending is attached to the fixed rope in a manner that will not allow him or her to fall; the person descending is attached to the rope by means of a descent control device; the means for escape will allow the rescuer to escape either upward or downward from the malfunctioning descent control device; injury potential to the rescuer is minimized; the system will not be stressed to the point of failure; the system is suitable for the site; and the objective is reached.
2. Given a rope rescue system, a specified minimum travel distance for the victim, victim transfer systems, and specialized equipment necessary for the environment, while suspended from a rope rescue system a student will be able to demonstrate the transfer and movement of a victim suspended from rope or webbing in a high-angle environment to a separate rope rescue lowering or raising system, so that risks to victims and rescuers are minimized; undesirable victim movement during the transfer is minimized; the means of attachment to the rope rescue system is maintained; the victim is removed from the static line and lowered or raised to a stable surface; victim positioning is managed to reduce adverse effects associated with suspension-induced injuries; selected specialized equipment facilitates efficient victim movement; and the victim can be transported to the local EMS provider.


JFT 113 Rope Rescue Awareness/Operation 1.0 units
Description: This course provides information on low-angle and high-angle rescue, familiarizing participants with operation of simple, complex, and compound rope rescue systems in the low and high angle environment. PREREQUISITE: Fire Fighter I or equivalent.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Given life safety rope and other auxiliary rope rescue equipment, the student will be able to construct a multiple-point anchor system, so that the chosen anchor system fits the incident needs, the system strength meets or exceeds the expected load and does not interfere with rescue operations, equipment is visually inspected prior to being put in service, the nearest anchor point that will support the load is chosen, the anchor system is system safety checked prior to being placed into service, the integrity of the system is maintained throughout the operation, and weight will be distributed between more than one anchor point.
2. Given rescue personnel, an established rope rescue system, a load to be moved, and an anchor system, the student will be able to assist a team in operation of the haul line of a rope mechanical advantage system raising operation, so that the movement is controlled; a reset is accomplished; the load can be held in place when needed; commands are followed in direction of the operation; and potential problems are identified, communicated, and managed.
3. Demonstrate knots, bends, and hitches, so that the knots are dressed, recognizable, and backed up as required.


JFT 120 Dozer Boss S-232 0.5 units
Description: This course is designed to meet the training needs of a Dozer Boss on an incident as outlined in the Wildland Fire Qualification System Guide. This course meets the minimum training, skills, knowledge, experience, for the participating agencies of the National Wildfire Coordinating Group. PREREQUISITE: Firefighter I or Equivalent.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Given a dozer, operator, and a tactical assignment, the student will: Ensure that the dozer has been properly inspected and signed up. Ensure that the operator is qualified and properly signed up. Determine the capabilities limitations of the dozer and operator to perform the assignment.
2. Given tactical situations in which a dozer is assigned to complete an assignment, the student will: Take the actions required of the dozer boss to safely and effectively complete the assignment.


JFT 130 Building Construction for Fire Protection 3.0 units
Description: This course provides the components of building construction related to firefighter and life safety. The elements of construction and design of structures are shown to be key factors when inspecting buildings, pre-planning fire operations, and operating at emergencies.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Describe building construction as it relates to firefighter safety, building codes, fire prevention, code inspection, firefighter strategy and tactics.
2. Identify structural Stability, Fire Resistance and Fire Protection of Elements


JFT 134 Firing Operations Firing Methods 0.5 units
Description: The course will provide knowledge and skills needed to develop and implement defensive firing operations. The course will cover advanced defensive firing techniques and provide awareness of offensive firing techniques and planning. Students completing this course with substantial firing experience will be able to implement offensive firing plans. PREREQUISITE: Fire Fighter I or Equivalent. JFT 225 or JFT 8.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Identify the duties and responsibilities associated with conducting safe firing operations. Including proper communication and safety techniques.
2. Conduct a field firing operation using advanced techniques and develop and implement a written firing plan.


JFT 140 Fire Behavior and Combustion 3.0 units
Description: This course explores the theories and fundamentals of how and why fires start, spread, and are controlled.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Identify the fundamental theories of fire behavior and combustion.
2. Define the basic terms and concepts associated with the chemistry and dynamics of fire.


JFT 150 Principles of Fire and Emergency Services Safety and Survival 3.0 units
Description: This course introduces the basic principles and history related to the national firefighter life safety initiatives, focusing on the need for cultural and behavior change throughout the emergency services. This course is part of the Fire Science Certificate program.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Explain how adopting standardized policies for responding to emergency scenes can minimize near-misses, injuries and deaths.
2. Define how the concepts of risk management affect strategic and tactical decision making.


JFT 160 Fire Protection Systems 3.0 units
Description: This course provides information relating to the features of design and operation of fire alarm systems, water-based fire suppression systems, special hazard fire suppression systems, water supply for fire protection and portable fire extinguishers.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Identify and describe various types and uses of fire protection systems.
2. Describe the basic elements of a public water supply system as it relates to fire protection.


JFT 201 Fire ICS 200: Basic Incident Command System for Initial Response 0.5 units
Description: This course reviews the Incident Command System (ICS), provides the context for ICS within initial response, and supports higher level ICS training. This course provides training on, and resources for, personnel who are likely to assume a supervisory position within ICS.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Describe how the NIMS Management Characteristics relate to Incident Command and Unified Command.
2. Identify flexibility within the standard ICS organizational structure


JFT 202 I-300 Intermediate Incident Command System 0.5 units
Description: This course consists of five modules developed by the National Wildfire Coordinating Group to train students to manage complex emergency incidents. This course provides more descriptions and details of the organization and operations of the ICS, covers management of resources, describes the duties of all positions including the Air Operations organization, and provides examples of how the essential principles are used in incident event planning. This is a pass/no pass course. PREREQUISITE: Fire Fighter I or equivalent. JFT 25 or JFT 8.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Develop incident objectives for a simulated incident and explain the process for developing incident objectives, strategies, and tactics and the agency policies and guidelines that influence management of incident or event activities.


JFT 203 I-400 Advanced Incident Command System 0.5 units
Description: This Incident Command System course is designed for Chief Officers. Consists of four modules developed by the National Wildfire Coordinating Group to meet the needs of command officers managing complex emergency incidents. Advanced ICS expands upon much of the material covered in the I-300 class. Emphasizes large-scale development; roles and relationships of primary staff, the planning, operational, logistical and fiscal considerations related to large and complex incident and event management. Describes the application of Area Command and the importance of inter-agency coordination on complex incidents and events.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate the ability to effectively organize, create a plan, and manage complex emergency incidents/events during classroom simulated incidents.


JFT 205 Fire Continued Professional Training 0.5 units
Description: This course provides training recommended by the California State Fire Marshall to keep students current with new equipment, policies, laws and skills needed to be prepared in the line of duty. It also prepares the student with command awareness and the control techniques required to effectively manage a fire fighter emergency event should the situation occur. PREREQUISITE: Graduation from a California State Fire Academy.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate the use of hand tools used in the fire service and the inspection and maintenance procedures of power tools.
2. Coordinate the type of personal protective equipment needed for different exposures and locate the equipment on the engine.
3. Examine ropes and webbing, checking for fiber separation, unusual wear, abrasions and discolorations and record findings.
4. Identify the fire attack methods to combat fires as safely and efficiently as possibleand a systematic approach to the firefighting operations to eliminate confusion and inconsistency on the fire ground.


JFT 206 Auto Extrication 0.5 units
Description: This course provides the knowledge and skills to prepare a student to extricate victim(s) from a common passenger vehicle in a safe and effective manner in accordance with AHJ policies and procedures. This is a pass/no pass course. PREREQUISITE: California State Marshal certified fire fighter 1 academy as determined by the Dean of Academy Instruction. Note: Approval of equivalent training is not a guarantee state regulatory or licensing agencies will also grant equivalency. Prior to beginning this course students must already be familiar with, and be able to demonstrate all of the skills listed below. These will not be taught in the course, rather they will be the starting point for advanced fire fighter training that builds upon them. These minimum knowledge and skill levels are regarding: 1. Firefighter safety 2. Knowledge of SCBA use and emergency procedures 3. Safe mounting and dismounting of apparatus 4. Knowledge of all firefighting personal protective equipment, including hand and eye protection 5. Familiarity of all firefighting tools and equipment, ladders, and hoses including appropriate selection, carry, and use for each type across all types of emergencies. 6. Fuel types, precautions, and suppression method(s) 7. Appropriate use of class A, B, and C fire extinguishers 8. Effective verbal communication used in fire fighting 9. Salvage and overhaul 10. First responder CPR and first aid

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate the ability to size-up a vehicle incident, remove the victim(s) safely, and terminate a vehicle incident by documenting any modification or damage done to the vehicle during the extrication process, transferring scene control, communicating potential or existing hazards, and terminating command.


JFT 207 First Responder 1.0 units
Description: This course presents an exciting opportunity to develop emergency medical skills and knowledge that will enable the student to assist people who have sustained an accidental injury or have a medical problem. This course fully addresses the objectives in the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) First Responder National Standard Curriculum and will provide the knowledge and skills needed to work as a first responder. This is a pass/no pass course.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Define the components of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) systems and, discuss the equipment needed to respond to a call.
2. Describe the steps the First Responder should take for personal protection from airborne and blood-borne pathogens.
3. List the actions that a First Responder should take to assist in the preservation of a crime scene.
4. Name and label the major structures of the respiratory system on a diagram.
5. Perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and rescue breathing during skills exam
6. Differentiate between obtaining a pulse in an adult, child, and infant patient.
7. List and describe the steps of the patient initial assessment.
8. Differentiate between arterial, venous, and capillary bleeding.
9. Describe the role of the First Responder in multiple-casualty situations during class exercises.
10. Name and label the major structures of the respiratory system on a diagram


JFT 208 Rapid Intervention Crew Operation 0.5 units
Description: The Rapid Intervention Crew (RIC) Operations course trains firefighters to rescue a downed firefighter in an immediately dangerous to life and health environment, in the continuing effort to reduce the number of firefighter injuries and deaths that occur regularly. The course will focus on the three phases of a RIC operation: 1) pre-deployment, 2) deployment, and 3) rescue. .

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Employ techniques for conducting a RIC pre-deployment and procedures for conducting rescue operations once a downed firefighter is located, including assessment and extrication from the structure .


JFT 209 Wildland Fire Origin and Cause Determination FI-210 0.5 units
Description: This course is designed to meet the requirements of the National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG) for Wildland Fire Investigator certification, as outlined in the Wildland and Prescribed Fire Qualifications System Guide (PMS 310-1), and the Position Task Book. The concepts taught in this course meet the minimum national performance standards for a Wildland Fire Investigator. This is a pass/no pass course. PREREQUISITE: JFT 8 or JFT 225.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Identify the environmental factors of wildland fire behavior that affect the start and spread of fire and recognize situations that indicate problem or extreme fire behavior.
2. Demonstrate use of metric equivalence for fire investigation reports


JFT 211 Company Officer 2A Human Resource Management for Company Officers 2.0 units
Description: This course provides information on the use of human resources to accomplish assignments, evaluating member performance, supervising personnel, and integrating health and safety plans, policies, and procedures into daily activities as well as the emergency scene. PREREQUISITE: Basic Fire Academy Certificate or Equivalent

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate the ability to assign tasks or responsibilities to unit members, giving complete, clear concise instructions; addressing safety considerations; and conveying the desired outcomes through classroom exercise.
2. Demonstrate the ability, through classroom scenarios, to coordinate the completion of assigned tasks and projects by members, prioritize assignments, develop a plan for the completion of each assignment, assign members to specific tasks, and supervise and hold members accountable for completing their assignments.
3. Identify safety policies and procedures and apply safety regulations at the unit level, completing required reports, conducting in-service training, and conveyingmember responsibilities in a scenario-based skills exam.


JFT 212 Fire Company Officer 2D 2.0 units
Description: This course provides information on conducting incident size-up, developing and implementing an initial plan of action involving single and multiunit operations for various types of emergency incidents to mitigate the situation following agency safety procedures, conducting pre-incident planning, and develop and conduct a post-incident analysis. PREREQUISITE: Fire Fighter I Academy or Equivalent

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Students will be able to articulate the duties of a company officer level I and II and wildland fire officer level I they will define duties in a written exam.
2. Given assigned resources, type of incident and a previously developed plan of action, will be able to implement a plan of action at an emergency operation deploying resources to mitigate the situation.


JFT 214 Rescue Systems I Basic Rescue Skills 1.0 units
Description: This course familiarizes the student with the requirements for the California Urban Search and Rescue (US and R) Basic and Light Operational Levels. Topics include: Team organization, rescue and environmental considerations, use of ropes, knots rigging and pulley systems, descending, rappelling, and belaying tools and techniques, subsurface rescue techniques, use of cribbing, wedges, cutting/ prying hydraulic tools, use of fire service ladders in specialized rescue situations, and day and night simulated rescue exercises. This course was previously listed as JFT 11. Prerequisite: JFT 225

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate techniques to perform victim rescues safely and effectively when working around the structural collapse of a building including planning, utilizing system attachments, anchor systems, safety lines and ladders, and providing medical care to victims,


JFT 215 Fire Officer Supervisor Academy 2.0 units
Description: This 80 hour California Fire Marshal certified course provides students with techniques for becoming an effective Fire Officer Supervisor. Topic will include leadership ethics, team building, employee performance appraisals, report writing, harassment and discrimination policies, and planning and delegation techniques. This is a pass/no pass course. PREREQUISITE: California State Marshal certified fire fighter 1 academy as determined by the Dean of Academy Instruction. Note: Approval of equivalent training is not a guarantee state regulatory or licensing agencies will also grant equivalency. Prior to beginning this course students must already be familiar with, and be able to demonstrate all of the skills listed below. These will not be taught in the course, rather they will be the starting point for advanced fire fighter training that builds upon them. These minimum knowledge and skill levels are regarding: 1. Effective verbal communication used in fire situations 2. Knowledge of all firefighting personal protective equipment, including hand and eye protection 3. Familiarity with essential tasks and job functions of fire service ranks and positions 4. Familiarity with the fire service agency rules and regulations 5. Fire fighter safety 6. Proper and safe rescue missions 7. Proper and safe forcible entry 8. Knowledge of all firefighting tools and equipment, ladders, and hoses including appropriate selection, carry, and use for each type across all types of emergencies.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate the ability to compose clear and concise reports regarding employee’s performance.
2. Identify and demonstrate effective techniques for executing supervisor roles and responsibilities including discipline, team building, and employee appraisal.


JFT 216 Fire Company Officer 2E 2.0 units
Description: This course provides information on evaluating and 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, establishing an incident command post, creating an incident action plan, and completing incident records and reports. PREREQUISITE: Fire Academy I Certificate or Equivalent

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Evaluate incident conditions, identifying progress, changes in fuels, topography, weather, fire behavior, personnel safety, and other significant events, and communicating these conditions to the supervisor and to assigned and adjoining personnel.
2. Identify resources needed to suppress a wildland fire, and wildland fire suppression strategies, while taking appropriate suppression actions and ensuring personnel safety.


JFT 217 Fire Company Officer 2B 1.0 units
Description: This course provides information on general administrative functions and the implementation of department policies and procedures and addresses conveying the fire department's role, image, and mission to the public. PREREQUISITE: Fire Academy I Certificate or Equivalent

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Develop a project or divisional budget, determining and justifying capital, operating, and personnel costs; and prepare a budget request; and collect incident response data through in-class exercises. Budgets will be graded and must receive a score of 80% or higher.
2. Given an organizational chart, will be able to provide a current, accurate explanation of the purpose of each management component of the organization, clearly identifying the organization’s purpose and mission.


JFT 218 Fire Instructor II Instructional Development 1.0 units
Description: This course provides the skills and knowledge needed for the intermediate level professional instructor to perform his or her duties safely, effectively, and competently. At the end of this course, candidates will be able to develop lesson plans and evaluation instruments, teach and deliver instruction, and evaluate and coach other instructors. The Instructor II will also be able to analyze resources and formulate a program budget. PREREQUISITE: Fire Fighter I or equivalent.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate the ability to create a lesson plan that addresses JPRs or learning objectives for the topic given and includes learning objectives, a lesson outline, course materials, instructional aids, and an evaluation plan. Lesson plans will be evaluated and students must receive a score of 80% or higher.
2. Demonstrate the ability, given a training scenario, with increased hazard exposure, to supervise other instructors and students during training to ensure that all participants follow applicable safety standards and practices and meet instructional goals.
3. Develop student evaluation instruments that determine whether the student has achieved the learning objectives; evaluate relevant performance in and objective, reliable, and verifiable manner; and are bias free to any audience or group.


JFT 219 Fire Instructor I 2.0 units
Description: This course provides the skills and knowledge needed for the entry level professional instructor to perform his or her duties safely, effectively and competently. PREREQUISITE: Fire Fighter I or equivalent.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Prepare and present lesson plans using cognitive and psychomotor learning methods indicated by the lesson plans to achieve state objectives and enable students to achieve learning outcomes, following applicable safety standards and practices and addressing risks.
2. Adjust presentation methods given changing circumstances in class environment, to maintain class continuity and to achieve learning outcomes without altering the content of the lesson or the lesson objectives.


JFT 220 Fire Company Officer 2C 2.0 units
Description: Course provides information on conducting inspections, identifying hazards and addressing violations, performing a fire investigation to determine preliminary cause and securing the incident scene and preserving evidence. This course was previously listed as JFT 1B. PREREQUISITE: Firefighter I Academy

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Identify construction, alarm, detection, and suppression features that contribute to or prevent the spread of fire, heat, and smoke throughout the building or from one building to another and develop an occupancy preincident plan.
2. Describe the wildland-urban interface inspection procedures


JFT 221 Fire Intermediate Fire Behavior S-290 2.0 units
Description: This course provides the student with wildland fire behavior knowledge applicable for safe and effective wildland fire management activities (wildfires, fire use and prescribed fire).

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Define extreme fire behavior on a wildland fire
2. Interpret, apply, and document wildland fire behavior and weather information.


JFT 225 Fire Fighter I Academy 18.0 units
Description: This academy includes instruction on basic firefighting skills, laws and regulations affecting the fire service. The course will provide the student with knowledge and skills to safely perform, under minimal supervision, essential and advanced fire ground tasks, basic rescue, basic fire prevention and fire investigation task and to use, inspect, and maintain firefighting and rescue equipment. This course also includes mandated field trips to cover all the material. Previously listed as JFT 8.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Explain the theory and fundamentals of heat transfer, fundamentals of combustion, elements of fire and describe how the removal of any one of the elements will result in the extinguishment of the fire.
2. Coordinate the type of personal protective equipment needed for different exposures and locate the equipment on the engine.
3. Compare the different types and applications of portable fire extinguishers for successful extinguishment of small fires.
4. Identify the fire attack methods to combat fires as safely and efficiently as possible and a systematic approach to the fire fighting operations to eliminate confusion and inconsistency on the fire ground.
5. Operate and practice with the components, accessories and functions of self-contained breathing apparatus.
6. Identify the steps a fire fighter needs to take as a first responder to remove or mitigate safety hazards that may further threaten victims, bystanders, and public safety personnel while observing information to provide to the investigators that is pertinent to the investigation.
7. Demonstrate the techniques for inspecting, coupling and uncoupling hoseline during loading operations


JFT 226 Fire Fighter Academy II 4.0 units
Description: Provides the skills and knowledge needed for the firefighter to take on increased leadership roles and responsibilities pertaining to fire department communications, fireground operations, rescue operations, and fire and life safety initiatives, preparedness, and maintenance. This course follows Firefighter I Academy. Advisory JFT 225

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Identify different levels in the firefighter certification track, the courses and requirements for certification and capstone testing process.
2. Develop and coordinate activities using the incident management system until command is transferred.
3. Outline steps necessary for protecting evidence of fire cause and origin.
4. Demonstrate how to extinguish an ignitable liquid fire, a flammable gas cylinder fire. and coordinate an interior attach line for attic, grade level, upper level and basement fires.
5. Apply and demonstrate vehicle stabilization and extrication techniques, and how to maintain power equipment.


JFT 227 Chief Fire Officer 3A Human Resource Management for Chief Fire 1.0 units
Description: This course provides students with a basic knowledge of the human resources requirements related to the roles and responsibilities of a Chief Fire Officer including developing plans for providing employee accommodation, developing hiring procedures, establishing personnel assignments, describing methods of facilitating and encouraging professional development, developing an ongoing education training program, developing promotion procedures, developing proposals for improving employee benefits, and developing a measurable accident and injury prevention program.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Identify the prerequisite qualifications, and the human resource management, community and government relations, administrative, inspection and investigation, emergency service delivery, health and safety, and emergency management duties of a Chief Fire Officer on a summative exam.
2. given applicable policies and legal requirements, develop procedures and programs for promoting members, ensuring a valid, reliable, job-related, and nondiscriminatory process.


JFT 228 Chief Fire Officer 3B Budget and Fiscal Responsibilities 0.5 units
Description: This course provides students with a basic knowledge of the budgeting requirements related to the roles and responsibilities of a Chief Fire Officer including developing a budget management system, developing a division or departmental budget, and describing the process for ensuring competitive bidding. ADVISORY: JFT 8, Fire Fighter I Academy 1. State Fire Marshall certified basic firefighting academy diploma or equivalent as determined by the Dean of Academy Instruction. NOTE: Approval of equivalent training is not a guarantee state regulatory or licensing agencies will also grant equivalency. 2. Prior to beginning this course students must already be familiar with, and be able to demonstrate all of the skills listed below. These will not be taught in the course; rather, they will be the starting point for advanced officer training that builds upon them. These minimum knowledge and skill levels are regarding: State Fire Professional Certification Tracks Policies and Procedures Fire Department Divisions

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. identify different levels in the Executive Chief Officer certification track, the courses and requirements for Chief Fire Officer certification, and be able to describe the certification task book and testing process.
2. given established specifications, and the agency's policies and procedures, will be able to describe the agency's process for ensuring competitive bidding, including developing requests for proposal (RFPs) and soliciting and awarding bids.


JFT 229 Chief Fire Officer 3C General Administration Functions 1.0 units
Description: This course provides students with a basic knowledge of the administration requirements related to the roles and responsibilities of a Chief Fire Officer including directing a department record management system, analyzing and interpreting records and data, developing a model plan for continuous organizational improvement, developing a plan to facilitate approval, preparing community awareness programs, and evaluating the inspection program of the AHJ.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. identify different levels in the Executive Chief Officer certification track, the courses and requirements for Chief Fire Officer certification, and be able to describe the certification task book and testing process.
2. given schedules and guidelines concerning budget preparation, will be able to develop a divisional or departmental budget, determining and justifying capital, operating, and personnel costs.


JFT 230 Chief Fire Officer 3D Emergency Service Delivery Responsibilities 1.0 units
Description: This course provides students with a basic knowledge of the emergency service requirements related to the roles and responsibilities of a Chief Fire Officer including developing a plan for the integration of fire services resources, developing an agency resource contingency plan, evaluating incident facilities, supervising multiple resources, developing and utilizing an incident action plan, obtaining incident information to facilitate transfer of command, developing and conducting a post-incident analysis, and maintaining incident records.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Identify different levels in the Executive Chief Officer certification track, the courses and requirements for Chief Fire Officer certification, and be able to describe the certification task book and testing process.
2. be able to develop a plan for integrating fire services resources in the community's emergency management plan, ensuring that the role of the fire service complies with local, state/provincial, and national requirements.
3. Develop a plan for the agency to ensure the mission of the organization is performed in times of extraordinary need.


JFT 231 Fire Academy Prep Course 1.0 units
Description: This course is designed to prepare potential fire academy students for success in the Fire Academy. The preparation course will include classroom lecture and hands on training.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Identify the requirements necessary to become a recruit firefighter, describe fire department duties and identify firefighter safety objectives.
2. Describe the characteristics and functions of miscellaneous tools and equipment used in the fire service.
3. Demonstrate how to roll hose, tie basic knots, don a self-contained breathing apparatus, and carry ladders.


JFT 232 Firefighter I Academy Skills Review and Certification 0.5 units
Description: This course reinforces, combines, and integrates the skills learned in the basic fire academy in accordance with the State Fire Marshal Firefighter 1 curriculum. Students are provided the opportunity to take the National Capstone tests for International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) and National Board on Fire Services Professional Qualifications (Pro Board) certifications. Successful completion of this course provides the student with the opportunity to apply for employment as a firefighter in the state of California and outside of California with those states that offer reciprocity. This course was previously listed as JFT 8A. PREREQUISITE: JFT 8 or JFT 225. Prerequisite JFT 8 State Fire Marshall certified basic Firefighting academy diploma or equivalent as determined by the Dean of Academy Instruction. NOTE: Approval of equivalent training is not a guarantee State regulatory or licensing will also grant equivalency. Prior to beginning the course students must already be able to demonstrate all the skills listed below as they will not be taught in the course. These minimum knowledge and skill levels are regarding: Knowledge of Firefighter Safety, Don and use SCBA and PASS Device, Knowledge of all Firefighting Personal Protective Equipment, Knowledge of all Firefighting Tools and Equipment, Ladders, and Hoses, Familiarity with Structure Ventilation, Knowledge of Fuel Types, Precautions and Suppression Methods, Familiarity with Rescue Knots.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate proper usage and preparation of Self Contained Breathing Apparatus and structural personal protective equipment for reuse.
2. Demonstrate proper procedures for loading, deploying, and advancing an attack line and deploying portable water tanks and the equipment necessary to transfer water and draft from them
3. Employ procedures to force entry through doors, windows, and walls using assorted methods and tools


JFT 233 Fire Ethical Leadership for Instructors 0.5 units
Description: This course provides the knowledge and skills needed to identify the value of ethical behavior in instructional settings, describe how ethical norms influence individual ethics, identify a personal ethical perspective and core values and how they impact communication and ethical decision making, and make an ethical decision using an ethical decision-making model, in order to assist in making ethical decisions when faced with an ethical dilemma in an instructional setting.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. A student, given requirements, standards, and expectations, will be able to carry out the roles and responsibilities of an SFT instructor in an ethical manner in accordance with legal requirements, NFPA standards and the policies, procedures, and expectations of State Fire Training (SFT) and the authority having jurisdiction (AHJ).


JFT 300 Company Officer Academy 2.0 units
Description: This course provides the knowledge and skills necessary for developing aspiring company officers. Topics include leadership, progressive discipline, Fire Fighter Bill of Rights, performance appraisals, report writing, fire investigation, command operations, post incident analysis, mutual aid communication plan, disaster relief response, and special operations/ wildland.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Plan initial action steps while integrating principles of risk management during wild land fire incidents.
2. Prepare a post incident analysis at the company level as well as larger department wide after action reviews.


JFT 301 Community Emergency Response Team 0.5 units
Description: The purpose of the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Basic Training is to provide the individuals who complete this course with the basic skills that they will need to respond to their community’s immediate needs in the aftermath of a disaster, when emergency services are not immediately available. By working together, CERT members can assist in saving lives and protecting property using the basic techniques in this course.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Describe types of hazards that are most likely to affect their homes, workplaces, and neighborhoods.
2. Conduct triage under simulated disaster conditions, perform head-to-toe patient assessments and set up a treatment area.
3. Describe the post-disaster emotional environment and the steps that rescuers can take to relieve their own stressors and those of disaster survivors.


JFT 305 Outdoor Emergency Care 3.0 units
Description: This 125 hour course is designed to prepare students to render prehospital basic life support services, including cardiopulmonary resuscitation, with emphasis on field application. practices, and techniques vital to the interaction of Outdoor Emergency Care Technician with all levels of emergency medical personnel. Students will acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to provide emergency medical care at a basic life support level with a fire, ambulance, or other specialized service. This course is instructed in compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and the California Code of Regulations.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate appropriate critical thinking skills and the assessment of illness and/or injury of a person involved in an emergency situation.
2. Apply emergency treatment principles and techniques.
3. Demonstrate the ability to render First Responder quality patient care to OSHA and California Code of Regulation Standards.


JFT 600 First Aid & CPR 0.0 units
Description: This 16-40 hour variable course provides First Responded CPR (adult, child, infant), Automated External Defibrillator (AED) and basic first aid measures for a number of medical emergencies and conditions Public Safety Officers may encounter as a First Responder. This course meets POST certification requirements. This course can be adapted to a basic CPR and First Aid for civilians.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate proper CPR techniques for adult, child and infant.
2. Students will demonstrate patient assessments and when faced unstable joints, excessive bleeding or a diabetic emergency apply the proper response.