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2009 ACADEMY COURSES
These are the five day classes:

FMCC 115 Fire Pumps and Accessories MON - FRI*
36 Hours
This Class will run Mon-Thurs 9 hr days in 2009

Design and construction of fire pumps, relief valve construction and function, accessories, design and construction of priming devices, apparatus testing and fire hydraulics. Textbook will be provided. Required Materials: protective clothing, helmet, boots and hearing protection. (24 hours of "hands-on")

EQUIPMENT REQUIRED: Head, eye, ear, hand and foot protection

FMCC 215C Aerial Apparatus MON - FRI*
36 Hours

This class identifies the advanced skills and knowledge necessary for the contemporary fire apparatus mechanic. It addresses the latest level of expertise needed to properly maintain the aerial fire apparatus in service today. Covers physical Principals of construction, testing and preventative maintenance of aerial devices commonly found in the fire service. Textbook will be provided. A calculator will be required. (16 hours of "hands-on")

EQUIPMENT REQUIRED: Coveralls and eye, hand, and ear protection

FMCC 109 Basic Auto and Truck Electrical Sys. MON - FRI*
36 Hours

This course is designed for the student with little or no knowledge of electrical systems as they relate to automotive and truck applications. This course will cover electrical history, electrical theory, magnetism, semiconductors, transistors, relays, circuit theory, circuit building and testing, multi meter basics, batteries, charging systems, starting systems and wiring diagrams and schematics. It is recommended that the student bring a digital volt ohmmeter and calculator to class.

EQUIPMENT REQUIRED: Hand-held digital multi meter is required for class.

FMCC 215A Electrical Systems MON - FRI*
36 Hours

Theory, operation, and maintenance of electrical systems currently being used in fire apparatus. Recommended prerequisite FM-109: Basic Auto, Truck and Ambulance electrical systems or pretest required for this class. See registration form.

EQUIPMENT REQUIRED: Hand-held digital multi meter, eye protection and coveralls

FMCC 500 Emergency Fleet Administration MON - FRI*
36 Hours

This is a management track offering that includes training for the following: Principals of Management, 21st Century Leadership, Stress Awareness, and Information Administration. This is a must have for individuals that are interested in or currently managing a fleet services facility.

FMCC 339B MSA SCBA Manufacturer's Certification Class MON - FRI*
36 Hours

This is a Manufacturer's Certification Class covering care and maintenance as well as repair of self contained breathing apparatus.

EQUIPMENT REQUIRED: Bring a full air pack and a spare bottle.

FMCC 339C Survivair SCBA Manufacturer's Certification Class MON - FRI*
36 Hours

This is a Manufacturer's Certification Class covering care and maintenance as well as repair of self contained breathing apparatus.

EQUIPMENT REQUIRED:Bring a full air pack and a spare bottle.



FMCC 340 Extrication Tools and Maintenance MON - FRI*
36 Hours

This class will cover maintenance and repair and use of various extrication tools and power units.

FMCC 338 Breathing Air Compressor Maintenance MON - FRI*
36 Hours

This class will cover care and maintenance for Breathing Air Compressors.

FMCC 225A Advanced Welding Techniques MON - FRI*
36 Hours

This is an advanced class covering welding techniques and project development.

FMCC 202 Diesel Service and Tune-Up MON-FRI*
36 Hours
Brand New Offering For 2009

This course will cover maintenance and tune-up procedures,with recommended methods of troubleshooting used on typical engines found in fire apparatus. Various model design features and recommended applications will be covered.

Equipment Required: Bring eye protection and coveralls


Short classes will also be offered. They will cover updates in equipment and procedures and information needed in many areas of maintenance:

FMCC 225 Maintenance Service and Repair of Compressed Air Foam Systems (CAFS) MON*
8 Hours
This course will focus on the theory, maintenance and troubleshooting of Waterous CAF system components.

FMCC 124B MIG Welding WED_FRI*
24 Hours

This is a one day class covering the development of knowledge and skills to acquaint students with the operation of MIG welding equipment and basic welding operation.

FMCC 124C TIG Welding MON & TUE*
16 Hours

This is a one day class covering the development of knowledge and skills to acquaint students with the operation of TIG welding equipment and basic welding operation.

FMCC 106 Air Brakes and ABS Service Tues*
8 Hours

Maintenance requirements for typical air brake and ABS systems found on fire apparatus. Individual components will be discussed along with typical service requirements for each unit. Includes troubleshooting and analyzing failures. Prerequisite: Brake Theory or equivalent.

*This class and others have a minimum enrollment please include second choices!


FMCC 222 Small Engine Service WED&THURS*
16 Hours

Proper techniques used to remove sub-assemblies. Methods used to determine wear and relationships to original specifications. Conditions which cause parts or component failure. Characteristics used to determine gasket selection. Proper techniques used to install subassemblies.

FMCC 219 World Transmission Prev. Maint. FRI
4 Hours

This class will cover the familiarization and general construction of the medium duty Allison World Transmission and cover the hydraulic and electric theory of this transmission.

Equipment Required: Bring eye protection and coveralls.

FMCC 221 Foam Pro Maint. FRI
4 Hours

This class will cover the familiarization and general construction and maintenance of the Foam Pro Foam Systems.

Equipment Required: Bring eye protection and coveralls.

FMCC 317 ATEC/WTEC THURS
8 Hours

This course will cover the operation and maintenance of the ATEC/WTEC electronic controls being used on fire apparatus.

FMCC 117 Apparatus Safety Inspections THURS*
8 HOURS

This is a one day class that will cover the latest standards and techniques used in apparatus safety and maintenance inspections on emergency vehicles.

FMCC 323 Fire Apparatus Specification and Purchase TUES & WED*
16 HOURS

This course will offer suggestions for help in writing specifications for the pruchase of Fire Apparatus. Covered in this class will also be information on revisions to the NFPA 1901 effective in 2009.


Management Courses :


FMCC 411 Communicating in the 21st Century MON*
8 Hours

The course describes the elements of the interpersonal communication process. In addition it explains and demonstrates the various techniques of communication that ensure effective communication between and among people.

FMCC 406 Planning for the Future Tues*
8 Hours

This course focuses on workable techniques that supervisors and managers can employ to manage time effectively. An emphasis is placed on delegation as a valuable time management tool.

FMCC 409 Personal and Organizational Learning WED*
8 Hours

This course is designed to inform supervisors and managers of the importance of personal power as a critical leadership concept. The purpose of the course is to convince participants that power is a necessary part of a leader’s repertoire. The module also identifies the types of power, the limitations of each type of power and the skills in building a power base through influencing and networking.

FMCC 413 Finance Administration Thurs*
8 HOURS

The course identifies the various budgeting methods as well as a wide range of financial terms. In addition, the types of budgeting will be presented and discussed along with a wide range of financing methods. The importance of presenting budgets to senior managers will be identified and discussed. Finally, various methods for measuring budget results and financial management controls will be identified and discussed.

Recap and Review Friday*
4 HOURS
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