FIRE 1835 - WILDLAND FIRE BEHAVIOR CALCULATIONS

Institution:

Central Wyoming College

Subject:

FIRE Fire Technology

Description:

This course is designed to help students develop skills required for predicting effective fire behavior by applying fire behavior calculations using manual methods, nomograms, and the fire Behavior Handbook Appendix B. The skill of interpreting fire behavior output is developed by studying the determinants of fire behavior and applying input factors of wind, slope, fuels, and fuels moisture. By using fire behavior prediction models, documentation processes, and interpretation briefing components, the student develops skills in communicating and documenting wildland fire behavior and weather information. This course is taught in an intensive five-day format and attendance is mandatory. (NWCG S-390). Prerequisite: Qualified as any single resource boss or completion of FIRE 1830 and instructor's permission. (3 lect.)

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.cwc.edu/

Phone Number:

(800) 735-8418

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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