FIRE 290 Firefighter Academy Description: An intensive series of skills and knowledge needed for the entry level professional fire fighter to perform his/her duties safely, effectively and competently. Combined with Emergency Medical Technician, meets the educational requirements for Firefighter I and Firefighter II certification as established by the State Board of Fire Services. Course also includes two overnight sessions. Upon successful completion of the wildland component, students also receive a CAL FIRE Basic Firefighter Certificate. Prerequisites: Course Completion of FIRE 71 and EMC 100 and FIRE 208 (or their equivalent as determined by the Dean of Public Safety Instruction) Recommended Preparation: Eligibility for ENGL 100 or ESL 100 or equivalent Limits on Enrollment: Current Class "C" California Driver License. A Fire Program Medical Clearance Statement signed by a physician for participation in a rigorous fitness program and other physical activities including climbing, rappelling, carrying and lifting heavy equipment (65-100 lbs.), rescue/body drags (165 lbs.) and live fire exercises (crawling and pulling pressurized hose lines). Said statement is valid one year from the date of endorsement. Repeatability: Two Repeats if Grade was D, F, NC, or NP Grading Type: Grade Only Sections listed are for

Sect Days Hours Instructor Location Room Units Status Total Seats Current Enrollment Seats Remaining Date Begin/End Date Final Exam Books 1242 ThT SatSun SatSun   6:00 pm - 10:00 pm 8:00 am - 12:00 pm 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm 3.25 hours per week Sebastiani K Sebastiani K Sebastiani K Sebastiani K In Service/Fire Technology, Public Safety Training Center PS 706 PS 706 PS 706 PS 706 17.50 Restricted 40 39 1 08/13-12/13 08/13-12/13 08/13-12/13 08/13-12/13 12/13/2020     The above section is an IP section from Summer (7/28-12/13).