BFST703/ATPC703

Aerial Operations - 45 Hours

Course Description

The course curriculum can be designed around the requirements of the requesting fire department.  Classroom lectures and practical exercises are conducted in the principles and uses of aerial and pumper apparatus, including the recognition of hazards which may be present during aerial operations.  The curriculum also includes classroom lectures and exercises in the principles, uses and tactical and safe placement of platform apparatus.  Exercises are also conducted in the use and principles of aerial and pumper apparatus, including the recognition of hazards which may be present during aerial operations. Students must bring gloves and proper attire for water pumping exercises.   Please bring a hard hat, gloves, gear for water tower exercise and appropriate footwear.

Syllabus

AERIAL APPARATUS OPERATIONS

Additional Information and Instructor Qualifications: 

Florida Statutes (FS)/Florida Administrative Code (FAC)

Textbook

Course Textbook Information

The Florida State Fire College uses the textbooks identified in each course syllabus as the recommended instructional resources for its courses.

Approved training providers may choose to use an alternative textbook or instructional resource when delivering a course, based on the provider’s instructional needs and preferences.

The link below provides a current list of textbooks and instructional materials used by the Florida State Fire College for its course offerings. Please refer to the individual course syllabus for specific textbook and resource information.

 

student-required-textbooks.pdf

 

 

Pre-Coursework

None

This program is part of the following Certification(s)

Pump Operator

Applicable CEU's (45 hours)

None

Course Equivalency Process

(To determine eligibility of courses not listed in your FCDICE Student Account that you want to use towards a certification)

Course Fee

(Prices vary by providers)

FSFC Schedule and Registration

Visit Marion Technical College (MTC) @ FSFC for Schedule and Registration

Call 352-369-2875 for questions

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