Building Construction
CEF003 – 4.00 Hours
Schedule
Details Buttons | Dates | Location | Class | Price | Register Buttons |
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12/01/24 – 06/30/25 | College Station, TX | FP CEF003 57 | $10.00 | Register |
This schedule is subject to change without notice. If you have not received confirmation of the class prior to the class start, please contact the division at (866) 878-8900 or [email protected] to get the latest schedule.
Course Description
Knowledge of building construction principles allows firefighters to better understand and predict fire behavior.
This course offers 4 CE hours in building materials, components, hazards and structural collapse. This course offers an interactive practice session and a module quiz based off IFSTA Essentials of Firefighting 7th edition. This course satisfies: NFPA 1001 4.3.4, 4.3.12
Prerequisites
There are no prerequisites for this course.
Course Completion Requirements
Technical Requirements
In order to successfully complete this course, you should have access to computer equipment meeting the following system requirements:
- Recommended screen resolution: 1280 x 1024
- Minimum screen resolution: 1024 x 768
- Broadband or high speed internet
- Latest version of Chrome, Firefox, Internet Explorer or Safari web browsers
- Latest version of Flash
- Latest version of Adobe Reader
Text Book
Students are expected to use the Essentials of Firefighting, 7th Edition Manual
Attendance Requirements
To meet attendance requirements, participants must review each training module and complete all required course assignments, activities, quizzes, and/or end of course exam.
Upon successful completion, you will be able to:
- 1. Differentiate among types of building construction.
- 2. Describe the construction of floors, ceilings, and walls.
- 3. Explain how basements and stairs may impact firefighting operations.
- 4. Compare the construction of different roof types.
- 5. Describe the construction and operation methods of different types of doors.
- 6. Describe the construction and operation methods of different types of windows.
Suggested Audience
Individuals seeking continuing education in the fire service.
Continuing Education And Professional Credits
- 4.00 hours – Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP)
- State Firefighters’ and Fire Marshals’ Association of Texas (SFFMA)
Contact Information
Online Continuing Education
Customer Care
Phone: (866) 878-8900
Email: [email protected]