Forest Fire Control and Management.

Catalog description

Wildland fire has influenced plant and animal life histories, and has been used by humans for generations to shape ecosystems. In Forest Fire Control and Management, the semester begins with learning the basic knowledge necessary to become a federally certified wildland fire fighter (S-130/190). Obtaining the S-130 / 190 Certification is one of many steps required for employment as a wildland fire fighter both locally and nationally. The second half of the course focuses on wildland fire as an ecosystem process and the use of prescribed fire as a forestry management tool. This course is highly recommended for Natural Resources (NRD) and Fire Science Technology (FST) Majors. The lab and lecture portions of this course frequently take place in one of our many outdoor instructional spaces. Students are to refer to the applicable semester’s course syllabus for specifics and expectations. Formerly offered as NRD 197. Spring. Prerequisites: ENG 098 , RDG 098 , FYE 101 , MAT 092 or MAT 096 or placement.