BFST2111/ATPC2111
Fire Chemistry - 45 Hours
Course Description
This course is designed to show the arson investigator the different forms of matter and energy, common substances, and how they relate to fires. The chemical formulas of flammable and combustible substances, their bonding's and separations, as well as the different chemical reactions related to fire and oxidation are covered. Particular emphasis is placed on the specific substances used by arsonists to ignite and accelerate burnings.Syllabus
Additional Information and Instructor Qualifications:
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.
Pre-Requisites
None
Pre-Coursework
None
This program is part of the following Certification(s)
Applicable CEU's (45 hours)
Fire Code Administrator
Inspector I, II
Instructor I, II, and III
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
In-State: $75.00
Out-of-State: $185.00
(Prices vary for other providers)
FSFC Schedule and Registration