Fire Science

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Fire Science

This program is designed to prepare students for entry-level fire fighter positions. Students will learn the essentials of fire suppression through classroom and guided practice activites which include:

  • Understanding fire chemistry
  • Wearing personal protective clothingIdentifying ropesTying knotsUsing fire extinguishersPerforming forcible entryCarrying and raising laddersOperating self-contained breathing apparatusEmploying search and rescue techniquesWorking with ventilation tools
  • Practicing hose evolutions on an operating fire engine
 

Teacher Biography

Teaching Philosophy

"My name is Gary Baum and I have been involved in the fire service for 6 years. I currently serve on two departments within the Kaneland Community. The fire service has become a passion for me and receive great rewards by helping others in their time of need. I was able to truly benefit from my fire service experience this past Spetember when I deployed with 600 other Illinois firefighters to New Orleans as part of the Hurricane Katrina Relief Effort. During my two weeks in New Orleans I worked with thousands of other military and emergency services personnel to render aid to such a stricken area. I hope that my passion, training and experienes will carry over into my students and through their experiences in this class, will begin to see what great advantages a career in the fire service can provide."

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Fire Science I

Fire Science II

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