FIR 221 — Fire Investigation and Analysis 3 Credits
Examines the underlying principles involved in fire origin and growth. Evaluates the effects of structural fire protection systems, building construction and furnishings, fire alarm and detection systems, special hazard suppression systems, and smoke management on the progress of fire growth. Examines the technical, investigative, legal, and social aspects of arson, including principles of ince ndiary fire analysis and detection, environmental and psychological factors of arson, legal considerations, intervention, and mitigation strategies. (3 lec) Prerequisites: FIR 110 (FIRE 110), FIR 115 (FIRE 115)
Prerequisites: FIR 110, FIRE 110, FIR 115, FIRE 115