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 791-222 Fire Management

Credit Points

5

Coordinator

Mr S Millington

Prerequisites

Resource Management Planning and Policy.

Semester

2

Contact

2 hours per week

Subject Description

On completion of this subject students should:

  • have an understanding of the characteristics of fire in rural areas;
  • understand basic fire behaviour;
  • be aware of the responsibilities of the fire suppression agencies and personnel in rural Victoria;
  • be familiar with fire suppression techniques.

The content includes: The subject will include chemistry of combustion, fire intensity, factors affecting fire behaviour, fire danger rating, methods of control, legislation, and safety.

Assessment

2 x two hour examinations (50% each)

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