Firefighter Technician

This course provides fundamental information regarding the history and philosophy of fire prevention, organization and operation of a fire prevention bureau, use of fire codes, and identification and correction of fire hazards. It meets all requirements for Fire Inspector I certification with the state of Wisconsin.

In this course, students examine fire service health and wellness issues. Through an examination of how, when, where, and why firefighters are injured and killed, students identify risk management strategies. Students develop a plan for personal health and fitness and prepare for the Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT). Upon completion of the course, students will be able to identify specific processes, methods, and systems that reduce firefighter injuries and deaths, and they will be able to relate specific behaviors that support personal health and wellness.

This course includes classroom and practical training sessions on the basic fundamentals needed by entry-level firefighters and meets the objectives of the Wisconsin's Firefighter I certification course. Practical training is a major part of the course. Upon completion, students are encouraged to take the certification exam for Firefighter I, State of Wisconsin. This course is equivalent to 503-142 at other WTCS schools.

In this course, students explore the Gateway Technical College community. They examine college resources and services, investigate skills that lead to academic success, and identify strategies for achieving educational and personal goals.

A survey of building classifications and types discussing structural elements and weaknesses of each type. Emphasizing the additional damage done by fire and how fire hastens ultimate building collapse. This course is equivalent to 503-143 at other WTCS schools.

In this course, learners build foundational skills and knowledge needed to become an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) candidate, while also meeting all requirements for Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) candidates. The learner examines lifesaving topics including, basic anatomy and physiology, patient assessment, traumatic injury management, airway management, cardiac management and basic medical care. Upon completion of the course, learners will be eligible to participate in the National Registry of EMT's Emergency Medical Responder exams required for Wisconsin EMR certification.

In this course, learners build upon the base knowledge of the EMR/EMT Part 1 course. The learner examines lifesaving topics including: expanded anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology; disease processes; more complex patient assessment; and; critical thinking skills. In addition, learners may be able to apply additional skills allowed by the Wisconsin Department of Health Services/EMS Section Scope of Practice for EMT's. Upon completion of the course, learners will be eligible to participate in the National Registry of EMT's Emergency Medical Technician exam required for Wisconsin EMT certification.

This course provides a foundation of knowledge in order to understand the principles of the use of water in fire protection. It meets all of the requirements for Driver Operator-Pumper certification with the state of Wisconsin.

This course allows students to actively participate as a "working" member of a fire department. Students work the 24-hour shift schedule at a local fire department (excluding class times) and perform the same duties as the firefighters. Evaluation is determined by fire department officials and the course instructor. Instructor approval required to establish class schedule.

This course is structured for competency-based instruction meeting the requirements of Firefighter Level II. It includes classroom and practical training sessions and meets the objectives of the Wisconsin's Firefighter II certification course. Hazardous Materials Operations is included in this course. Upon completion, students are encouraged to take the certification exam for Firefighter II, State of Wisconsin.

This course introduces the basic principles and history related to the national firefighter life safety initiatives, focusing on the need for cultural and behavior change throughout the emergency services.