Page 238 of Delgado Community College 2005-2006 Catalog by Delgado Community College New Orleans Louisiana

241 systems, and the fabrication and maintenance of these systems. FPTC 170 Fire Protection Systems 3-0-3 Basic concepts and principles involved in the design, installation and operation of existing fire suppression and detection systems found in most occupancies. The course emphasizes all types of automatic sprinkler and standpipe systems, including their installation, maintenance, inspection and testing. FPTC 180 Fire Codes and Standards 1-0-1 Survey of Fire Codes and Standards developed by National Fire Protection Association. Covers Fire Prevention Code of the National Board of Fire Underwriters. FPTC 210 Fire Fighting Tactics II 2-3-3 Group operations and command strategy. Covers preplanning of fire fighting operations, sizeup at the fire, and employment of personnel and equipment. Tactical problems analyzed. Prerequisite: FPTC 110. FPTC 211 Fire Strategies and Tactics 3-0-3 Techniques and procedures for firefighting on the company level, including methods of extinguishment, salvage, overhaul, life saving measures and special firefighting equipment. Also included is group operations and command strategy utilizing the Incident Command System and Incident Management System. FPTC 220 Codes and Prevention Principles 3-0-3 Provides the student with an understanding of the basic principles involved in code administration, inspection and enforcement procedures, the investigation of the cause and origin of fires as it relates to an arson abatement program, and the use of public fire education in reducing the incidence of fires. FPTC 221 Hazardous Materials 3-0-3 Properties of hazardous materials and methods most appropriate for handling accidents that can occur with these substances. FPTC 222 Basic Response to Terrorism 3-0-3 Current concerns emergency responders face regarding threats of foreign and domestic terrorism. Topics include the history of terrorist activity in the United States, the federal definition of terrorism, the primary roles of federal and local governments, types of terrorist acts, and appropriate responses to them. Prerequisite: Firefighter certified to Level One. FPTC 230 Fire Protection Practices 2-3-3 Study of buildings and other structures, with emphasis on fire prevention procedures and practice. Includes fire prevention practices as they pertain to shortage of explosives and flammables. FPTC 240 Fire Investigation Methods 3-0-3 Principles of fire investigation, including collection and presentation of arson evidence in court. Includes arson laws, interrogation of witnesses, applications of photography, preparation of reports, and adjustment of insured losses. FPTC 250 Fire Hydraulics 3-0-3 Introduction to hydraulic theory, including drafting water, velocity and discharge, friction loss, and engine and nozzle pressure. Practice in application of hydraulic principles. Includes flow and pump testing as well as a study of water distribution systems. FPTC 260 Public Relations for Fire Department Personnel 3-0-3 Aspects of public relations pertaining to municipal services. Includes building good will, handling complaints, follow up, personal contacts, and publicity and promotional efforts. FPTC 290 Fire Administration 3-0-3 Study of administration of a fire department. FPTC 291 Executive Management in Fire Science 3-0-3 Theory and practice of skills relevant to fire science administration in the public sector. This course will include management skills, problem solving, decision making, strategic thinking and planning and leading people. FPTC 299 Seminar 1-0-1 Research assignment in students major area. Prerequisite: Candidate for graduation. FRENCH It is recommended that students complete all developmental reading course requirements before enrolling in a foreign language class.

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