Fire Science 2 - Liberty High School

Year 2 students must have successfully completed Fire Science 1 and interview with the instructor before continuing to the second level. Continuing students should be physically fit with the ability to carry, lift or drag up to 70 lbs., utilize a variety of hand tools, demonstrate skills utilizing ladders, fans, hose streams and SCBAs. Ability to function within a team is desirable. This course is designed to provide a hands-on introduction to a career in today's fire service. This course builds on skills mastered in Fire Science 1. Class will be held at the Hillsboro Fire Training Center most of the year with some topics being covered on campus at Liberty HS. This course studies basic fire fighter safety, equipment, and procedures that are used during fireground operations. Students will learn through interactive lecture, demonstrations, and practical application led by instructors/firefighters from Hillsboro Fire & Rescue. Other areas of study include: understand the importance of physical fitness; utilize a variety of hand tools; demonstrate skills utilizing ladders, fans, hose streams and SCBAs; demonstrate basic search and rescue, extrication, and rope rescue. It is recommended for students to enroll in a weight training class to build and maintain physical strength and conditioning. Dual credit will be offered for this course that is equivalent to the following PCC course: FP 133: Wildland Firefighter (3) Learn more about the Fire Science Career and College Pathway by visiting http://tinyurl.com/bdthtedx or scanning the QR code: