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COURSE DESCRIPTION

FOD 205 — Fire Investigation  (3 cr)

Students learn methods of determining the area of fire origin, fire causes, fire spread and other aspects of fire behavior; recognition of accidental and incendiary fires; securing and preserving evidence of a suspected arson; witness interrogation methods; arson laws and court procedures; court case preparation and testimony; coordination with other investigative agencies; compilation of reports and records; and review of case histories. Prerequisite: Volunteer or career firefighter or permission of program coordinator. (SCC)
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