FRP 174 - Fire Investigation

Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 2
Credit Hours: 4

Emphasizes the importance of determining the cause of fire. Studies the burning characteristics of combustibles and the effects of fire on materials, interpreting burn patterns and isolating the area and point of origin, identifying incendiary indications, sources of ignition and materials ignited and preservation of fire scene and evidence.

Prerequisite: FRP 150 with a grade of C or better; or consent of instructor.