Course

Course Summary
Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
MFRI-0064
Organization's ID:
RES 203
Location:
Classroom-based
Length:
30 hours
Dates Offered:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 1 Emergency Medical Technology, Fire Science, or Emergency Management
Description

Objective:

To provide rescuers with an introduction to water hydraulics and interpretation, proper equipment use, and self rescue swimming techniques in swiftwater and flood conditions.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Function as part of an integrated swiftwater rescue team utilizing incident command to accomplish a safe rescue
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Classroom Exercise
  • Discussion
  • Lectures
  • Practical Exercises
Supplemental Materials