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Year:2013-14Regional Occupational ProgramDate Printed: 11-17-08

Date Reviewed:

Course Outline/Competencies

Course # - 583305- Fire TechnologyApproved Hours:388

District 65- San Marcos Unified School DistrictArea: North

Submitted by- S. SkoglundDate:11-17-08

Outline / Hours / Competencies / Curriculum Standards
Mention – M
Reinforce – R
Teach – T / Assessment
Reg / CC / CVE / CTE / Core Academic
Occupation Knowledge and Skills
  1. INTRODUCTION TO FIRE
PROTECTION:
A. Fire Technology Education and
theFirefighter selection process.
B. Fire Protection career
opportunities
C. Public Fire Protection
D. Chemistry and Physics of Fire
E. Public and private support
organizations
F. Fire Department resources
G. Fire Administration
H. Support Functions
I. Training
J. Fire Protection
K. Codes and ordinances
L. Fire protection systems and
equipment
M. Emergency Incident Management
N. Emergency Operations / 47 / 20 / 0 /
  1. INTRODUCTION TO FIRE
PROTECTION – The Student:
  1. Analyzes and describes the difference between certificate, two-year degree programs, and State certification.
  2. Describes the educational requirements, duties and information sources for various occupations in Fire Protection.
  3. Describes the development of modern firefighting
  4. Identifies the basic components of fire as a chemical reaction, the major phases of fire and the process of pyrolysis.
  5. Explains the main factors that influence fire spread and fire behavior.
  6. Identifies the major organizations that contribute to fire protection.
  7. Identifies the types of common fire dept. apparatus, equipment, and personal safety equipment used for fire fighting.
  1. Analyzes and describes the incident command system, chain of command and methods of communication.
  2. Defines and describes the purpose and scope of fire depts.
  3. Identifies and describes the duties and responsibilities of support functions.
  4. Explains the difference between manipulative and technical training, levels of training and performance standards.
  5. Defines the common elements of a fire prevention bureau.
  6. Identifies the various codes, standards, ordinances, and regulations that affect fire protection.
  7. Identifies the various types of public and private for protection equipment and systems
  8. Defines the need for size-up and modes of attack including fire fighting strategies and tactics.
  9. Identifies limitations of the fire service in certain emergency situation.
  10. Describes the basic elements of fire fighter safety and survival.
/ PS.C3.2
PS.C5.2
PS.C3.2
PS.C5.3
IT3.5
PS.C8.0
PS.C9.2
PS.C5.3
PS.C3.2 / T
T
M
T
M
R
R
M
T
R
R / (10)WS1.1
(10)WS1.5
(10)WS1.1
(10)R2.5
(10)WS1.9
(10)R2.1
(10)WS1.5 / R
R
T
R / Written descriptions and explanations
Written descriptions and group discussion
PowerPoint presentation
Group discussion,
Explanations and writing. Demonstration of competency
Demonstration of competency, Written descriptions
  1. FIRE SERVICE SKILLS (Lab)
  1. Chemistry and Physics of Fire.
  2. Extinguishing Agents and Methods.
  3. Fire Tools and Appliances.
  4. Personal Protective Equipment.
  5. Fire Protection Systems and Equipment.
/ 128 / 0 / 0 / 2. FIRE SERVICE SKILLS - The Student
  1. Demonstrates how to don personal protective clothing.
  2. Demonstrates how to don a self-contained breathing apparatus.
  3. Demonstrates how to properly use a fire extinguisher.
  4. Demonstrates how to properly operate various fire service tools and equipment.
  5. Demonstrates how to couple and uncouple various sized handlines.
  6. Demonstrates how to properly deploy and reload various sized hoselines.
  7. Demonstrates how to properly operate nozzles.
  8. Demonstrates how to properly position, raise, secure and lower fire service ladders.
  9. Demonstrates how to safely and effectively conduct a building search.
  10. Demonstrates how to construct rope rescue systems.
  11. Demonstrates how to properly use fire service tools and equipment.
  12. Demonstrates how to properly ventilate a building.
/ PS.C3.2
PS.C5.2
PS.C3.2
PS.C3.2 / R
T
T
T / (10)WS1.1
(10)BTCA1.1
(10)PS10.1
(10)PS10.1 / R
R
R
M / Written and demonstrate competency
Rehearsal and demonstrate
Rehearsal and demonstrate competency
Rehearsal and demonstrate competency
3. PHYSICAL FITNESS FOR
THE FIRE SERVICE (Lab)
A. General fitness
B. Nutrition
C. Physical Ability Testing
1. Ladder Raise
2. Hose Carry
3. Hose Raise
4. Kaiser Force Machine
5. Manikin Drag / 133 / 8 / 0 / 3. PHYSICAL FITNESS FOR
THE FIRE SERVICE – The Student
A. Describes various types of events
found at a fire department physical
ability exam.
B. Understands nutrition and diet based
items that correspond to the
fitness requirements of the fire
service.
C. Performs sit-ups, push-ups, pull-ups,
running and stretching.
D. Demonstrates how to properly carry
manikin.
E. Practices components of a physical
abilities test.
F. Participates in a physical ability test. / PS.C6.2
PS.C6.1
PS.C6.2
PS.C6.2 / T
R
T
M / (10)WS1.1
(10)R2.5
(10)R2.5 / R
M
M
M / Writing and Rehearsal
Perform and demonstrate
Demonstration of competency
Rehearsal and demonstration
4. CPR / ADVANCED FIRST AID:
A. Patient Assessment.
Cardiopulmonary emergencies
CPR for Healthcare Providers
B. Illness and specific injuries
Bleeding, Burns, Shock
Bandaging, Splinting
Poisoning and Med. Emerg.
Spinal Immobilization (Demo)
C. Childbirth
Problems in infants & children
Emergency Childbirth
D. First Responder
Legal-ethical-emotional issues
Preventing disease trans.
Basic Anatomy & Physiology
Lifting and moving skills
E. EMS Operations
EMS resp. Phases & Equip.
ICS system
Simple Triage & rapid
treatment system
Environmental emergencies.
F. AAOA Certification
Emergency response
Prevention of disease
G. American Heart Association Cert.
CPR for Healthcare Provider / 47 / 0 / 0 / 4. OCCUPATIONAL KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS- The Student
  1. Identifies the first responders’ responsibilities and role in pre hospital care, Chain of Survival.
  2. Identifies medical and behavioral emergencies.
  3. Identifiesbody systems and provide care for corresponding medical conditions (e.g. Childbirth)
  4. Demonstrates principles of proper bandaging and splinting of musculoskeletal injuries.
  5. Demonstrates the application of a cervical collar and in-line spinal immobilization with a backboard
  6. Identifies and demonstrate the components of cardiopulmonary resuscitation and first aid.
  7. Identifies the importance of early detection of cardiovascular emergencies.
  8. Obtains American Heart Association, CPR for Healthcare Provider, certification.
  9. Identifies and demonstrates guidelines for writing an emergency report.
  10. Explains patient information privacy laws.
/ PS.C3.1
PS.C3.1
PS.C3.1
PS.C3.1
PS.D4.1 / T
T
T
R
R / (10)R2.1
(10)WS1.1
(10)R2.1
(10)WS1.1 / R
M
M
M / Written descriptions and presentation
Written descriptions and explanations
Reading and presentation
Written descriptions and explanations
Expected Student Learning Results
5. OCCUPATIONAL
KNOWLEDGE AND
SKILLS: (Infused
throughout the class). / EXPECTED STUDENT LEARNING RESULTS:
  1. Accessing and utilizing technology and information.
  2. Practicing occupational safety standards.
  3. Thinking critically and solving problems effectively.
  4. Using basic skills in reading, writing, mathematics, listening and speaking as they relate to occupation specific skills.
  5. Attaining a comprehensive understanding of all aspects of industry the individual is preparing to enter.
  6. Applying knowledge to real world problems and situations.
WORKPLACE SKILLS AND
BEHAVIOR: / IT.A10.1
PS.C1.2
AME5.0
IT4.2
AME4.2 / T
R
R
R
R / (10)WS1.1
(10)R2.1
(10)WS1.9
(10)V1.1 / R
M
M
M / Written descriptions and explanations
Perform
Written descriptions
Identify and list
6. WORKPLACE SKILLS AND
BEHAVIOR: (Infused
throughout class) / A. Is punctual and dependable.
B. A person of the highest moral and
ethical character.
C. Demonstrates professionalism in
appearance and behavior.
D. Works independently and
collaboratively.
E. Ability to understand a variety of
procedural instructions both
written and oral, and follow these
instructions to perform
manipulative tasks.
F. Maintains acceptable physical
ability and endurance.
  1. Communicates effectively and appropriately.
  2. Produces excellent quality of work.
  3. Responds appropriately to criticism.
  4. Positive participation in classroom discussions and activities.
  5. Shows compassion.
  6. Respects diversity.
/ IT3.1
PS.C6.3
PS.C7.1
PS.C2.2
PS.C2.2 / M
M
R
M
R / (10)R2.5
(10)WS1.1
(10)V1.1
(10)2.1
(10)R3.5 / R
R
R
R / Written examples
Reading and presentation
Identify and list
Written participation, descriptions and explanations
7. JOB ACQUISITION AND
LIFELONG LEARNING
OPPORTUNITIES / 5 / 0 / 0 / EXPECTED STUDENT LEARNING RESULTS:
A. Completes entry-level physical
abilities test
B. Attains awareness of advanced
career and educational opportunities
and the need for continuous
education.
C. Completes an appropriate resume
and job description.
D. Attains a cardiopulmonary
resuscitation certificate. / PS.C6.2
IT3.2
IT3.5
PS.C3.1 / R
R
M
R / (10)R2.1
(10)WS1.1 / R
R
R / Written descriptions and explanations
Written
Perform and demonstrate competency
Total Outline Hours / 360 / 28 / 0
CODES: IT – Information Technology PS – Public Service WS – Writing Strategies R – Reading BTC – Building Trades and Const.
AME – Arts Media & Entertainment V – Vocabulary Development