The course is designed to provide information about the fire service's history, modern components of fire and emergency services, and careers with in the industries. Upon completion of this course, students will be able to describe the procedures of the AHJ for conducting fire inspections, given any occupancy; identify construction, alarm, detection, and suppression features that contribute to or prevent the spread of fire, heat, and smoke throughout the building or from one building to another; identify laws, codes, ordinances, and regulations as they relate to fire prevention; understand code enforcement as it impacts life and property loss; identify and describe various types and uses of fire protection systems; and describe the basic elements of a public water supply system as it relates to fire protection.