FIRE 202 - Fire Behavior and Combustion

Offered FL, WI, as needed
Lecture- 3 Lab- 0 Clinical/Studio- 0
3 credit hrs/3 contact hrs
Prerequisite: Students will need to have a State of Michigan Firefighter I & II certificate before starting the fire science program.
This course explores the theories and fundamentals of how and why fires start, spread and are controlled.

Student Learning Outcomes:

Identify the physical properties of the three states of matter.
Categorize the components of fire.
Explain the physical and chemical properties of fire.
Describe and apply the process of burning.
Define and use basic terms and concepts associated with the chemistry and dynamics of fire.
Explain the effect and dangers of air movement on the combustion process.
Discuss various materials and their relationship to fires as fuel.
Demonstrate knowledge of the characteristics of water as a fire suppression agent.
Articulate other suppression agents and strategies.
Compare other methods and techniques of fire extinguishment.