Instructor Biography

SYLLABUS FOR FIRT 2331 Firefighting Strategies & Tactics II Hybrid Course Semester Hours Credit: 3 Lecture Hours: 48

Course Dates/Times: 20 Oct – 12 Dec 2014 / 1800-2100 In Class sessions – 20, 27 October; 3, 10, 17, 19, 24 November; 1, 8, 10 December 2014; 1800-2100; with additional weekly online discussions and assignments Instructor: Eugene G. Corpuz Office Hours: Mondays, 2100 - 2200 Instructor Email: [email protected] Phone: 642482508 Location: Building 58, Room 158

INSTRUCTOR BIOGRAPHY Mr. Eugene Corpuz has been teaching Fire Protection Technology Courses at Central Texas College since January 2011. He is a retired Assistant Fire Chief at NAVSTA Rota, Spain and worked in the fire service for 28 years. He earned his B.A. Degree in Psychology with a Coaching Minor from the University of California at Santa Barbara and A.A. Degrees in Fire Service Technology and General Studies at Chabot College in California. He is trilingual in English, Italian and Spanish. His philosophy and goal at Central Texas College is to prepare and educate the next generation of fire service and military leaders so that they are ready for the challenges of the future.

I. INTRODUCTION

A. This course is a continuation of Firefighting Strategies and Tactics I. The class will consist of emphasis on the use of incident command in large scale command problems and other specialized fire problems. B. This is a required course for an Associate of Applied Science Degree in Fire Protection. C. This course is occupationally related and serves as preparation for a career in Fire Protection. D. Prerequisites: None

AI. LEARNING OUTCOMES

Upon successful completion of this course, Firefighting Strategies and Tactics II, the Page 1 of 10 student will:

A. Be able to recognize explain and implement incident command B. Create a diagram a fire attack on a high rise building C. Develop strategies to mitigate various specific emergencies

BI. INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS

A. The instructional materials identified for this course are viewable through http://www.ctcd.edu/im/im_main.asp, STRATEGIC & TACTICAL CONSIDERATIONS ON THE FIREGROUND, James P. Smith, 3rd Edition, 2012, ISBN 0-13-215881-7 B. References: 1. Fire Protection Handbook: NFPA, 1997 2. Fire Officer’s Handbook of Tactics Study Guide. Saddle Brook, NJ Penn Well Publishing Company.

IV. COURSE REQUIREMENTS

A. Your first responsibility is scholarship. The grade you receive for this course will not be the grade of the instructor, but rather the grade you and you alone make. B. You should attend class regularly and be prepared to participate in classroom discussions and to take unannounced quizzes relating to text assignments and lecture material presented from the beginning of the course. Please refer to ‘Class Attendance and Course Progress’ under the Academic Policies section in our current CTC Course Catalog: http://www.ctcd.edu/catintro.htm. C. You are encouraged to give your best effort throughout the course. From the beginning, you should plan for a steady, organized, and continuous effort, which in the long run will prove more effective for your final grade than a last minute crash- cram policy. Your course grade is not determined solely by exam grade. Such factors as class participation, initiative, attendance, and individual research papers or projects will be considered in grade computation. D. From time to time, special library and/or outside assignments will be made to members of the class individually and/or in groups. You are expected to read all assignments and fulfill your responsibilities to any group assignment. E. You are expected to read all assigned material and bring your textbook/reading materials to class. Keep informed on all assignments, especially after an absence. F. Good class notes are indispensable for earning a good grade, since both the material assigned and that discussed in class will be the basis for examination material. G. Scholastic Honesty: All students are required and expected to maintain the highest standards of scholastic honesty in the preparation of all coursework and during examinations. The following are considered examples of scholastic dishonesty: Plagiarism: The taking of passages from the writing of others without giving proper credit to the sources. Collusion: Using another’s work as one’s own, or working together with another person in the preparation of work, unless such joint preparation is specifically approved in advance by the instructor. Cheating: Giving or receiving information on examinations. H. Special Work: A term paper or other project, per requirements of the instructor, will be required. The subject must be appropriate for the course material. Check with

of 10 the instructor when you have made a selection. The value is indicated in the semester grade computation and has considerable weight on your final average.

V. COURSE FORMAT – Hybrid with BLACKBOARD

This course has been developed as a hybrid course. Hybrid courses combine face-to-face classroom instruction with assignments and interaction with instructor via email. It is the student’s responsibility to make sure that they have access to Blackboard and that they are familiar with the contents and assignments.

The course will meet for eight weeks, for a minimum of once a week, for a three-hour face-to- face session. In addition, instructional strategies will include weekly online discussion boards to develop case studies and group collaboration/projects.

VI. EXAMINATIONS

A. There will be a minimum of two major examinations and a written paper or project as follows: 1. Mid-term exam on 19 November 2014 2. Final exam on 10 December 2014 3. Paper due on 01 December 2014 B. A student must be present for all examinations. Students who know in advance that they will be absent from an examination due to valid reasons must arrange to take an early examination. Unexpected absences due to illness or extenuating circumstances will require the student to see the instructor about individual make-up work. C. Students without excused absences will be given a zero for the missed examination. D. Examinations will consist of both objective (true/false, multiple choice, fill in-the- blank, and matching) and subjective (short answer and essay) questions. Students must be able to communicate both orally and in written form, thus some questions requiring the composition and writing of an essay answer will be required.

VII. SEMESTER GRADE COMPUTATION

EXAM POINTS POINTS GRADES Discussion Board 70 900-1000 A=4 pts/sem hr Mid-Term Exam 220 800- 899 B=3 pts/sem hr Final exam 230 700- 799 C=2 pts/sem hr Participation/Attend. 280 600- 699 D=1 pt/sem hr Paper 200 0- 599 F=0 pts/sem hr ------TOTAL 1000

VIII. NOTES AND ADDITIONAL INSTRUCTIONS FROM COURSE INSTRUCTOR

A. Tuition refunds are made only in the case of class cancellation or official and timely withdrawal from CTC or from a course. Please refer to the current course catalog for Page 3 of 10 more details, at http://europe.ctcd.edu/library/catalog.php.

B. GoArmyEd students should contact their education counselor before withdrawing and are required to withdraw through the GoArmyEd portal.

Please note: a military withdrawal does not override CTC’s grading policy. 1 For self-pay students, refunds are computed from the date the Application for 2 Withdrawal or Refund is filed with the CTC Field Representative or designated Student 3 Services Officer. Special conditions apply to students who receive federal, state, and/or 4 institutional financial aid.

Tuition and fees paid directly to the Institution by the Veterans Administration, Title IV (Financial Aid Programs, a sponsor, donor, or scholarship shall be refunded to the source rather than directly to the students.

C. Course Withdrawals, Student Responsibilities: It is the student’s responsibility to officially withdraw from a course. The instructor cannot initiate a withdrawal based upon a student’s request. Rather, students must initiate the withdrawal with the designated Education Center Representative, through the CTC Field Representative or the Student Services Officer for that region.

Applications for Withdrawal will be accepted at any time before the completion of 75% of the course, after which time the student will be assigned an “FN”- “Failure for Non- attendance.”

D. Incomplete / Course in Progress Grade Policy: An “IP” or “Incomplete” grade may be assigned by an instructor if a student has made satisfactory progress in a course with the exception of a major quiz, final exam, or other project. The “IP” grade may also be assigned based on circumstances beyond a student’s control, such as personal illness, death in the immediate family, or military orders. Notice of absences, with supporting documentation, may be required by the instructor. The instructor makes the final decision concerning the granting of the incomplete grade. With an “Incomplete” grade, students are required to complete a set amount of work before the instructor will submit an official letter grade. This date can be determined by the instructor but must be within 45 days of the course end date. After completion of the work the instructor can then change the grade of “IP” to the appropriate letter grade. If this work is not completed by the specified date the instructor will change the grade to “F”.

E. Cellular phones, beepers, and other electronic devices will be turned off while the student is in the classroom or laboratory unless the student is using the device for class purposes. No texting or social networking is allowed during class.

F. Instructor Discretion : The instructor reserves the right of final decision in course requirements.

G. Civility: Individuals are expected to be cognizant of what a constructive educational experience is and respectful of those participating in a learning environment. Failure to do so can result in disciplinary action up to and including expulsion.

of 10 COURSE OUTLINE: Note: The instructor has the right to change the course schedule. Any changes will be announced in class. If the student misses a class period and changes are announced, it is the student’s responsibility to receive the missed information from a classmate or the instructor. Hybrid courses combine face-to-face classroom instruction with assignments and interaction via the internet. It is the student’s responsibility to make sure that they have access to internet so that they may email the instructor. The class is broken down into nine sessions. See below for course outline. Session 1: (20-25 October) Intro and Chapters 1 and 2 i. Class will meet face-to-face 23 October (1800-2100 insert hours) ii. Online assignment/project is due Saturday midnight (European time)

A. Unit One: Introduction to the Course and Chapter One: General Principles of Firefighting and Chapter Two: Size-up.

1. Unit Objectives: Upon successful completion of this unit, the student will be able to: 1.a. Define Incident Commander (IC). 1.b. List the five essential concepts for general principles of firefighting 1.c. Understanding of the application of the five essential concepts to an effective fireground operation. 1.d. List the three sequences of actions to be taken by the IC. 1.e. List the thirteen elements of size-up. 1.f. Knowledge of five construction classes. 1.g. Understand how height and area, location and extent of fire, and exposures affect the IC size-up process. 1.h. In-depth knowledge of apparatus and manpower requirements for municipal fire ground operations. 1.i. Why water supply considerations, weather conditions, and hazardous materials can alter fire ground operations.

2. Learning Activities: 2.a. Classroom lecture/discussion 2.b. Reading assignments: Chapter 1 and Chapter 2 1.c. Audio-visual aids: Instructor’s preference

3. Unit Outline: refer to Contents, textbook page 7 for Chapter One and page 15 for Chapter Two. Session 2 – (27 Oct – 1 Nov) Chapters 3 and 4 i. Class will meet face-to-face 30 October (1800-2100) ii. Online assignment/project is due Saturday midnight (European time)

B. Unit Two: Chapter Three: Engine Company Operations and Chapter Four: Hoseline Selection, Stretching, and Placement

1. Unit Objectives: Upon successful completion of this unit, the student will be able to: Page 5 of 10 1.a. Define Fire Behavior- three stages of fire. 1.b. Define a combination method of firefighting. 1.c. State the major elements involved in the combination method of firefighting. 1.d. Define an indirect method of firefighting. 1.e. State the major elements involved in the indirect method 1.f. List the participants of the typical Engine Company and state their roles. 1.g. Working understanding of the different types of operating modes. 1.h. List the six paramount work elements of an engine company. 1.i. Understanding of the three factors affecting hoseline selection. 1.j. Define the factors affecting hoseline choice. 1.k. Understand importance of hand line selection, and hoseline length.. 1.l. Knowledge of methods to advance hoselines and tactical considerations that must be accounted for relating to advancing hoselines. 1.m. List three elements that engine companies must consider when placing hoselines in operation. 1.n. Define nozzles and appliances used by Engine Companies.

2. Learning Activities: 2.a. Classroom lecture/discussion 2.b. Reading assignments: Chapter 3 and 4 2.c. Audio-visual aids: Instructor’s preference

3. Unit Outline: Refer to Contents, textbook pages 35 for Chapter 3 and page 53 for Chapter 4.

Session 3 – (3-8 November) Chapters 5 and 6 i. Class will meet face-to-face 3 November (1800-2100) ii. Online assignment/project is due Saturday midnight (European time)

C Unit Three: Chapter 5: Water Supply

1. Unit Objectives: Upon successful completion of this unit, the student will be able to: 1.a. Define basic physical facts that apply to water under pressure. 1.b. Understand the six rules of fire service water supply. 1.c. Define static pressure, flow pressure, and residual pressure. 1.d. Understand flow demands for large-diameter hose (LDH). 1.e. Knowledge of LDH operations used by engine companies. 1.f. Knowledge of LDH operations to supply ladder companies.

2. Learning Activities: 2.a. Classroom lecture/discussion 2.b. Reading assignments: Chapter 5. 2.c. Audio-visual aids: Instructor’s preference

3. Unit Outline: Refer to Contents, textbook page 87.

D. Unit Four : Chapter 6: Standpipe and Sprinkler Operations Page 6 of 10 1. Unit Objectives: Upon successful completion of this unit, the student will be able to: 1.a. Cite the major goal of fire protection systems. 1.b. State the principle factor influencing the effect of sprinkler systems has on fires. 1.d. Understand operations in structures protected by fire protection systems. 1.e. List problems associated with sprinklers. 1.f. List types of systems. 1.g. Define elements of standpipes. 1.h. Understand standpipe operations. 1.i. Working understanding of pump operations involved with standpipes and sprinklers.

2. Learning Activities: 2.a. Classroom lecture/discussion 2.b. Reading assignments: Chapter 6. 2.c. Audio-visual Aids: Instructors= Preference

Session 4 – (10-15 November) Chapters 7 and 8 i. Class will meet face-to-face 10 November (1800-2100) ii. Online assignment/project is due Saturday midnight (European time)

E. Unit Five: Chapter 7: Ladder Company Operations

1. Unit Objectives: Upon successful completion of this unit, the student will be able to:

1.a. State the major goal of fire ladder company operations 1.b. Define offensive and defensive fire attack strategy 1.c. c. List the major factors of FDNY Ladder 4 d. State what type work is to be initiated when the mode is marginal e. Understand the methods of Laddering. f. Define LOVERS-U g. Tactical factors affecting ladder selection. 1.h. List and understanding of the 11 guidelines for the safe use of ladders. 1.i. Understanding of aerial devices. 1.j. Define Ladder Company Vent, Enter, and Search methods. 1.k. Understanding of what overhaul is. 1.l. Define methods of overhaul. 1.m. Understand salvage. 1.n. Define methods of salvage.

of 10 2. Learning Activities: 2.a. Classroom lecture/discussion 2.b. Reading assignments: Chapter 7 2.c. Audio-visual Aids: Instructor’s Preference

F. Unit Six: Chapter 8: Forcible Entry.

1. Unit Objectives: Upon successful completion of this unit, the student will be able to: 1.a. State the goal of forcible entry. 1.b. List the four objectives to be considered during property conservation to the three major tactical priorities of forcible entry. 1.c. List the four rules involved in stabilizing loss. 1.d. Relate the timing of property conservation to the three major tactical priorities of forcible entry. 1.e. Define primary and secondary fire damages 1.f. Understand forcible entry size-up. 1.g. List methods of forcible entry used to open doors, metal gates, and roll-up doors.

2. Learning Activities: 2.a. Classroom lecture/discussion 2.b. Reading assignments: Chapter 8. 2.c. Audio-visual Aids: Instructor’s Preference

Session 5 – (17-22 November) Chapters 9, 10 and 11 i. Class will meet face-to-face 17 November (1800-2100) ii. Online assignment/project is due Saturday midnight (European time) iii. Review and Midterm (19 November)

G. Unit Seven and Eight: Chapter 9: Ventilation.

1. Unit Objectives: Upon successful completion of this unit, the student will be able to: 1.a. State the goal of proper fire ventilation management 1.b. List the five components of the tactical effect of ventilation 1.c. Explain the correct decision process for ventilation. 1.d. Define types of ventilation. 1.e. Define construction considerations affecting ventilation. 1.f. Understanding of roofs and how to ventilate them. 1.g. Define types of trusses. 1.h. Understanding of operations on lightweight roofs. 1.i. Define trench cutting. 1.j. Understanding of roof-venting hazards. Page 8 of 10 2. Learning Activities: 2.a. Classroom lecture/discussion 2.b. Reading assignments: Chapter 9 2.c. Audio-visual Aids: Instructors - Preference

3. Unit Outline: 3.a.Review and take Mid-Term Exam 3.b. Refer to Contents, textbook page 219.

1. Unit Nine through Eleven: Chapter 10: Search and Rescue and Chapter 11 Firefighter Survival.

1. Unit Objectives: Upon successful completion of this unit, the student will be able to: 1. Define and give examples for search and rescue. 2. Explain why timing is crucial to search and rescue. 3. Explain the importance of preplanning to the successful management of physical barriers on the fireground affecting search and rescue. 4. Explain the need for support functions on the fireground to properly complete search and rescue. 5. Define primary and secondary search. 6. Explain the conservation approach to offensive operations 7. Explain the relationship between the forcible entry effort and the level of search and rescue. 8. Describe search and rescue operations during nothing showing situations. 9. Describe probable locations of victims.. 10. List and describe guide ropes, team search and applying technology to the search and rescue process. 11. Define Thermal Imaging Cameras. 12. List and describe the three major steps for firefighter safety. 13. List at least six rules for hazard awareness. 14. Describe the importance of escape training. 15. List firefighting accountability methods. 16. Describe Rapid Intervention Teams. 17. List RIT Tools, RIT Size-Up, methods to remove unconscious firefighters.

2. Learning Activities: 1. Classroom lecture/discussion

1.b. Reading assignments: Chapter 10 and 11 1.c. Audio-visual Aids: Instructor’s Preference

3. Unit Outline: Refer to Contents, textbook page 267 (Chapter 10) and page 289 (Chapter 11).

of 10 Session 6 – (24-29 November) Chapters 12, 13, and 14 i. Class will meet face-to-face 24 November (1800-2100) ii. Online assignment/project is due Saturday midnight (European time)

Session 7 – (01-06 December) Chapters 15 and 16 i. Class will meet face-to-face 01 December (1800-2100) ii. Online assignment/project is due Saturday midnight (European time) iii. Paper due Monday, 01 December

Session 8 – (08-12 December) Chapters 17 and 18 i. Class will meet face-to-face 08 December (1800-2100) ii. Online assignment/project is due Saturday midnight (European time)

I. Unit Twelve through Fifteen: Chapter 12: Private Dwellings, Chapter 13: Multiple Dwellings, Chapter 14: Taxpayers, Chapter 15: High Rise Buildings, Chapter: 16 Buildings Under Construction, Chapter 17: Fire-Related Emergencies: Heating Equipment, Chapter 18: Collapse.

1. Unit Objectives: Upon successful completion of this unit, the student will be able to: 1.a. State the major fire ground tactics used in private/multiple dwellings, taxpayers, high rise buildings, buildings under construction, and fire-related emergencies. 1.b. List the three basic objectives of apparatus placement. 1.c. List the four factors affecting apparatus placement on the fireground 1.d. Cite the five categories of apparatus on the fireground 1.e. Explain the term key position as it relates to the fireground 1.f. List the tactics of collapse. 1.g. Consolidate knowledge of units 1-15 a complete a research project and present findings of the paper to the class.

2. Learning Activities: 2.a. Classroom lecture/discussion 2.b. Reading assignments: Chapter 12-18. 2.c. Audio-visual Aids: Instructors= Preference

3. Unit Outline: Refer to Contents, textbook page 311-421.

Session 9 – Review for Final Exam (10 December 2014)

J. Unit Sixteen:

1. Review for final examination 2. Final examination