FFP 2600 Fire Fighting Equipment and Apparatus — 3 Credit Hours
This course covers the principles of pumping, construction and operation of pumps and pumping accessories, driving and pumping practices, principles and operation of aerial ladders, hydraulic systems, water supply, troubleshooting and related subjects. The course also includes the principles of the care, maintenance and operation of fire department vehicles. Subjects covered include theory of internal combustion engines, power development and transmission, torque and horsepower, electrical and brake systems, carburetion, engine tune-up and troubleshooting, characteristics of fuels and lubricants and other related principles of automotive vehicles. Three contact hours. A.S., A.A.S.