Fire Science Wildland (FSW)

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FSW 1000 S-190 Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior 1 Credit

Provides instruction in the primary environmental factors that affect the start and spread of wildfire and recognition of potentially hazardous situations. This course can be taught in conjunction with or prior to Firefighting Training S-130.

FSW 1001 S-130 Firefighting Training 2 Credits

Provides entry-level firefighter skills. A version of the L-180, Human Factors on the Fire line, is included as part of the course. Credit should be issued for S-130.

FSW 1053 S0-290 Intermediat Wildland Fire Behavior 2 Credits

Designed to prepare the prospective supervisor to undertake safe and effective fire management operations.