FIP 120Intro to Fire Protection

Nash Community College · 3 credits · UGRD

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This course provides an overview of the development, methods, systems and regulations that apply to the fire protection field. Topics include history, evolution, statistics, suppression, organizations, careers, curriculum, and related subjects. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a broad understanding of the fire protection field.

Recent sections

Fall 2026 · 2 sections

Section	Days & time	Location	Instructor
1SOL1Class #0071566-FIP-120-1SOL1	Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday Times TBD Online ONLINE (Classroom Hours)Aug 17 – Oct 14	Online ONLINE	Varnell, M
1SOL1 notes: ONLINE COURSE A webcam, microphone, computer, and reliable high-speed internet access are required. Students should log into the course on the start date and complete the Enrollment Verification Activity to be counted as "present" and to avoid being dropped for non-attendance. Some Nash Community College online courses require proctored exams where students share their screen, webcam, and audio in order to maintain academic integrity and authenticate testing protocols. To respect individual privacy, students can choose their location to complete the exams. It is recommended that students be in a distraction-free environment and be comfortable with recording their surroundings. Students also have the option of completing the proctored exams in the Library on the Nash Community College campus during the college's operating hours. FAST TRACK This course compresses 16 weeks of coursework into 8 weeks. Expect significant homework and short deadlines for assignments.

2SOL1Class #0071583-FIP-120-2SOL1	Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday Times TBD Online ONLINE (Classroom Hours)Oct 15 – Dec 14	Online ONLINE	Varnell, M
2SOL1 notes: LATE START CLASS This is a late start class. Refer to the start date listed. This course has an altered schedule from a traditional semester. ONLINE COURSE A webcam, microphone, computer, and reliable high-speed internet access are required. Students should log into the course on the start date and complete the Enrollment Verification Activity to be counted as "present" and to avoid being dropped for non-attendance. Some Nash Community College online courses require proctored exams where students share their screen, webcam, and audio in order to maintain academic integrity and authenticate testing protocols. To respect individual privacy, students can choose their location to complete the exams. It is recommended that students be in a distraction-free environment and be comfortable with recording their surroundings. Students also have the option of completing the proctored exams in the Library on the Nash Community College campus during the college's operating hours. FAST TRACK This course compresses 16 weeks of coursework into 8 weeks. Expect significant homework and short deadlines for assignments.