FRSC 2170 Fire and Arson Investigation
Presents an introduction to fire investigation. Emphasis is placed upon: fire behavior, combustion properties of various materials sources of ignition, and investigative techniques for structures, grassland, wildland, automobiles, vehicles, ships, and other types of fire investigation, causes of electrical fires, chemical fires, explosive evaluations, laboratory operation. Techniques used in fire deaths and injuries, arson as a crime, other techniques, State and Federal laws, and future trends in fire investigative technology.
Contact Hours
5
Prerequisite
Program Admission