Course Catalog

This course introduces basic studio problems in three-dimensional visual design. Emphasis is placed on the structural elements and organizational principles as applied to mass and space. Upon completion, students should be able to apply three-dimensional design concepts. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA and ICAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.

This certification-related course in anchors and mechanical advantage systems (MAS) will present the Technical Rescuer (TR) with the correct techniques for the setup, operation, and function of various multiple-point anchor and portable anchor/lifting platform systems used during rope rescue incidents. This course is consistent with the most current Office of State Fire Marshal (OSFM) guidelines.

This course will present the Technical Rescuer with the knowledge, skills, and ability to satisfy the requirements of Chapter 9 (Structural Collapse) of NFPA 1006: Standard for Technical Rescue Professional Qualifications. This block course covers all six required parts of the Technical Rescuer Structural Collapse certification course series as outlined by the NC Fire and Rescue Commission: FIP-6201 TR Collapse Rescue Operations, FIP-6202 TR Collapse Shoring, FIP-6203 TR Collapse Breaking and Breaching, FIP-620 TR Collapse Metal Burning, FIP-6205 TR Collapse Heavy Lifting, and FIP-6206 TR Collapse Victim Management. This transfers as one ''all or nothing'' block to the Office of State Fire Marshal (OSFM).

This Technical Rescuer (TR) Confined Space block course will present the Technical Rescuer with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to satisfy the requirements of Chapter 7 (Confined Space) of NFPA 1006: Standard for Technical Rescue Professional Qualifications. This block includes all four required parts of the Technical Rescuer (TR) Confined Space certification course series as outlined by the NC Fire and Rescue Commission: FIP-5901 TR Confined Space Rescue Operations, FIP-5902 TR Confined Space Rescue Rigging, FIP-5903 TR Confined Space Hazard Control, and FIP-5904 TR Confined Space Victim Management. This transfers as one ''all or nothing'' block to the Office of State Fire Marshal (OSFM). Students must successfully complete all parts to receive certification credit for this block course.

This certification-related course in fixed rope systems will present the Technical Rescuer (TR) with the correct techniques for the setup, operation, and function of fixed rope systems used during rope rescue incidents. This course is consistent with the most current NC Fire and Rescue Commission guidelines.

This certification-related course in health and wellness will present the Technical Rescuer (TR) with an overview of a healthy lifestyle and its importance to emergency services operations. This course is consistent with the most current NC Fire and Rescue Commission guidelines.

This certification-related course in helicopter transport will present to the Technical Rescuer (TR) general operating and safety guidelines when working with helicopters at emergency scenes for the protection of on-scene emergency providers, flight crews, and the civilian population. This course is consistent with the most current NC Fire and Rescue Commission guidelines.

This certification-related course in horizontal systems will present the Technical Rescuer (TR) with the correct techniques for the setup, operation, and function of horizontal systems for use at a rope rescue incident. This course is consistent with the most current NC Fire and Rescue Commission guidelines.

This certification-related course in lowers and raises will present the Technical Rescuer (TR) with the correct techniques for the setup, operation, and function of various types of high angle raising and lowering operations involving litters during a rope rescue incident. This course is consistent with the most current NC Fire and Rescue Commission guidelines.

This certification-related block course will present the Technical Rescuer with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to satisfy the requirements of Chapter Nineteen (Machinery) of National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1006: Standard for Technical Rescue Professional Qualifications. In addition, this course covers agricultural-related emergencies and how to mitigate those responses. This block course includes all four required courses of the Technical Rescuer-Machinery and Agriculture certification program as outlined by the NC Fire and Rescue Commission for offering as of July 1, 2016: FIP-5721 TR MAG-Rescue Ops Machinery/Ag, FIP-5722 TR MAG-Stabilize/Extricate, FIP-5723 TR MAG-Large Machine/Ag Equip, and FIP-5724 TR MAG-Victim Management. This transfers as one ''all or nothing'' block to the Office of State Fire Marshal (OSFM). Students must successfully complete all courses that are part of this block to receive credit for any of the individual courses. Each course is consistent with the most current NC Fire and Rescue Commission guidelines.

This certification-related course in personal protective equipment (PPE) will introduce to the Technical Rescuer (TR) the need for and use of PPE to enable rescuers to perform their duties in a safe and responsible manner. Physical characteristics of rescuers, stress, endurance, and the limitations of equipment will be discussed. This course is consistent with the most current NC Fire and Rescue Commission guidelines.

This certification-related course in rescue equipment will introduce the Technical Rescuer (TR) to the operation and function of various tools and equipment commonly used in rescue operations. This course will also present procedures for care, inspection, and maintenance of personal protective equipment, tactical equipment, and apparatus. The value of periodic inspection and maintenance to reduce the chances of unexpected equipment failure, performance failure, disabling injuries, and fatalities will be discussed. This course is consistent with the most current NC Fire and Rescue Commission guidelines.