Fire Technology
16 courses · Chabot College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Summer 2026 · Fall 2026
FT 1 Principles of Emergency Services
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 Lecture, 13 Lab
- Advisory
- ENGL C1000 (Formerly ENGL 1)
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course provides an overview to fire protection and emergency services; career opportunities in fire protection and related fields; culture and history of emergency services; fire loss analysis; organization and function of public and private fire protection services; fire departments as part of local government; laws and regulations affecting the fire service; fire service nomenclature; specific fire protection functions; basic fire chemistry and physics; introduction to fire protection systems; introduction to fire strategy and tactics; life safety initiatives. (May not receive credit if Fire Tech 50 has been completed.)
FT 2 Principles of Fire and Emergency Services Safety and Survival
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 Lecture
- Advisory
- FT 1 or concurrent enrollment, , FT 50
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course provides students with the basic principles and history related to the national firefighter life safety initiatives, with a focus on the need for cultural and behavioral changes throughout the emergency services. Topics include assessment of fire dangers; common fire situations; risk abatement; personal preparation for unforeseen fire emergencies; roles and responsibilities in educating the public on fire safety; and development of a survival attitude. Students learn problem-solving techniques for increased situational awareness and self-reliance in emergencies. This course is intended for students majoring in Fire Technology; practicing firefighters and other emergency service personnel; or anyone with an interest in fire safety. (May not receive credit if Fire Tech 52 has been completed.)
FT 3 Fire Behavior and Combustion
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 Lecture
- Advisory
- FT 1 or FT 50
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course introduces students to the theory and fundamentals of fire behavior including how fires start; how and why they spread; and how they are controlled. Topics include fire chemistry and physics; fire characteristics of materials; extinguishing agents; and fire control techniques. This course is intended for students majoring in Fire Technology and Fire Prevention Inspector, or anyone interested in fire science. (May not receive credit if Fire Tech 53 has been completed.)
FT 4 Fire Prevention
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 Lecture
- Advisory
- FT 1 or FT 50
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course provides fundamental knowledge relating to the field of fire prevention. Topics include: history and philosophy of fire prevention; organization and operation of a fire prevention bureau; use and application of codes and standards; plans review; fire inspections; fire and life safety education; and fire investigation. This course is intended for students majoring in Fire Technology and Fire Prevention Inspector, or anyone interested in fire prevention. (May not receive credit if Fire Tech 54 has been completed.)
FT 5 Fire Protection Systems
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 Lecture
- Advisory
- FT 1 or FT 50
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course provides information relating to the features of design and operation of fire alarm systems, water-based fire suppression systems, special hazard fire suppression systems, water supply for fire protection and portable fire extinguishers. This course is intended for students majoring in Fire Technology and Fire Prevention Inspector, or anyone interested in fire protection. (May not receive credit if Fire Tech 55 has been completed.)
FT 6 Building Construction for Fire Protection
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 Lecture
- Advisory
- FT 1 or FT 50
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course provides the components of building construction related to firefighter and life safety. The elements of construction and design of structures are shown to be key factors when inspecting buildings, preplanning fire operations, and operating at emergencies. Other topics include the development and evolution of building and fire codes in relation to past fires in residential, commercial, and industrial occupancies. This course is intended for students majoring in Fire Technology and Fire Prevention Inspector, or anyone interested in fire protection. (May not receive credit if Fire Tech 56 has been completed.)
FT 7 Health and Fitness for the Fire Service
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 Lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU
Health, wellness and physical fitness are examined from a global and occupational viewpoint. Emphasis on the Seven Dimensions of Wellness from a Fire Service perspective. An introduction to concepts of lifetime fitness and wellness with an emphasis on physical fitness and lifestyle choices.
FT 10 Introduction to Fire Fighter I Academy
- Units
- 1.5
- Hours
- 18 Lecture, 27 Lab
- Prerequisite
- FT 1 or FT 50 or concurrent enrollment, EMS 1 or concurrent enrollment, FT 88A or concurrent enrollment
- Advisory
- EMS 2, EMS 2W, FT 2, FT 3 or FT 52 or FT 53, FT 6 or FT 56 or, INDT 74
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course provides an orientation to the Fire Fighter I Academy and introduces the applied operation and maintenance of basic rescue and fire suppression apparatus and equipment. Topics include radio communications, ropes, ladders, hose, personal protective equipment, tool operations, maintenance, and physical fitness training. This course is required for students preparing to apply to the Fire Fighter I Academy at Chabot College. (May not receive credit if Fire Tech 89 and Fire Tech 51W have been completed.)
FT 11 Fire Fighter I Academy
- Units
- 17
- Hours
- 162 Lecture, 432 Lab
- Prerequisite
- FT 10, FT 89, FT 51W
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course provides the skills and knowledge needed for the entry-level firefighter, career or volunteer, to perform his/her duties safely, effectively, and competently. The curriculum is based on the NFPA 1001 Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, the NFPA 1051 Standard for Wildland Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, and the NFPA 472 Standard for Competence of Responders to Hazardous Materials/Weapons of Mass Destruction Incidents. The seven overarching themes of the California State Fire Fighter I curriculum are: general knowledge germane to the profession, fire department communications, fireground operations, rescue operations, preparedness and maintenance, wildland suppression activities, and hazardous materials/WMD. The course emphasizes the requirements of the California State Board of Fire Services Certified Firefighter I training, International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) standards, Professional Qualifications (ProBoard) requirements, and Cal Fire Wildland Firefighter-Basic training. This course, combined with Firefighter I Academy Skills Review and Certification, satisfies all training requirements for the IFSAC Firefighter I certification. Certificates of Completion for Fire Fire Fighter I Academy and Cal Fire Basic Firefighter issued with a grade of "C" or better.
FT 11CAP Fire Fighter I Capstone Testing
- Units
- 1.5
- Hours
- 4 Lecture, 71 Lab
- Prerequisite
- FT 90C, FT 11 Equivalent training to FT 11, Completion of a Fire Fighter I Academy
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course prepares students to meet the State Fire Training (SFT) requirements for Fire Fighter I (FFI) including the capstone knowledge and skills necessary to pass. Upon successful completion, students will receive a pass letter from SFT. The course is 4 hours lecture, 71 hours laboratory: 40 hours skills practice, 3 hours certification written exam, and 24 hours certification skills evaluation.
FT 88A Introduction to Fire Fitness Training
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 54 Lab
This course is designed to prepare the Fire Technology student for the physical rigors of FT89 and the Chabot Fire Academy. Course sessions will address aspects of physical training, ladder and hydrant operations and knots utilized in the Fire Service. May not receive credit if PEAC FFT has been completed.
FT 88B Intermediate Fire Fitness Training
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 54 Lab
- Prerequisite
- FT 88A, PEAC FFT
This course is designed to further the physical fitness and vocational skills of the fire technology student. Course sessions will consist of physical training and continuing fire service skills development. May not receive credit if PEAC FFT1 has been completed.
FT 88C Advanced Fire Fitness Training
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 54 Lab
- Prerequisite
- FT 88B, PEAC FFT1
Designed to increase the skill and fitness levels developed in FFT 2 or FT 88B, intermediate fire fitness training. May not receive credit if PEAC FFT 2 has been completed.
FT 88D Tactical Fire Fitness Training
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 54 Lab
- Prerequisite
- FT 88C, PEAC FFT2
This course is designed to maximize the physical fitness and vocational skills development of the Fire Technology student. May not receive credit if PEAC FFT 3 has been completed.
FT 95 Work Experience/FT
- Units
- 1-14
- Corequisite
- FT 96
- Transfers to
- CSU
College-supervised on-the-job training while working in a fire service related occupation. Student Firefighters will need to provide proof of current EMT-Basic or Paramedic license, as well as current CPR certification and medical vaccinations before riding along with host fire agencies. Within the academic term, students must complete 54 hours of paid or non-paid work for 1.00 unit. Students can earn a maximum of 14 units of Work Experience.
FT 96 Work Experience Seminar/FT
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 18 Lecture
- Prerequisite
- Student Firefighter: Completion of an Accredited CaliforniaFire Fighter I Academy., Student Fire Inspector: Completion of Certificate of Achievement Program for Fire Prevention Inspector.
- Corequisite
- FT 95
Focal point for the coordination of the curriculum with college-supervised part-time or full-time employment or volunteer work in the fire service field. Case studies, job-related problems, student cases and presentations, and material related to employment, organization, and management; emphasis on building strong working relationships with supervisors, subordinates, and coworkers. Student Firefighters will need to provide proof of current EMT-Basic or Paramedic license, as well as current CPR certification and medical vaccinations before riding along with host fire agencies.