FRS 150 - Basic Operations Firefighter

15 Credits
Lecture: 11 Lab: 8

Basic Operations Firefighter introduces basic firefighting skills and equipment. Through classroom lecture and practical exercises, students learn the theories of fire suppression and prevention and become proficient in operating fire service tools and equipment. This course has three modules that cover all of the subject areas outlined in NFPA 1001: Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications-level I. It also meets the requirements students need to take the Office of the State Fire Marshal Certification Exam for Firefighter Basic.

Note: Sponsoring agency must have an equipment agreement on file with McHenry County College Business Services Office. Students can apply credit toward an MCC degree or certificate with FRS 150 or FRS 252, but not both. This course requires advanced reading, intermediate writing, and intermediate math.

Articulation: 1.2

Prerequisite: Per Illinois Administrative Code 14050a, students must be engaged in firefighting in an organized Illinois fire department and provide National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)-compliant protective clothing and self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) In accordance with NFPA safety standards, students must be clean-shaven
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