Principles of Law, Public Safety, Corrections, and Security
Local Code: 9630
PEIMS: 13029200 Credit 1.0 Course: Level 1
Description: Principles of Law, Public Safety, Corrections, and Security introduces students to professions in law enforcement, protective services, corrections, firefighting, and emergency management services. Students will examine the roles and responsibilities of police, courts, corrections, private security, and protective agencies of fire and emergency services. The course provides students with an overview of the skills necessary for careers in law enforcement, fire service, protective services, and corrections.
Disaster Response
Local Code: 96C9
PEIMS: N1303011 Credit 1.0 Course: Level 2
Description: Disaster Response includes basic training of students in disaster survival and rescue skills that would improve the ability of citizens to survive until responders or other assistance could arrive. Students will receive education, training, and volunteer service to make communities safer, stronger, and better prepared to respond to the threats of terrorism, crime, public health issues and disasters of all kinds.
Firefighter 1
Local Code: 9650
PEIMS: 13029900 Credit 2.0 Course: Level 3
Description: Firefighter I introduces students to firefighter safety and development. Students will analyze Texas Commission on Fire Protection rules and regulations, proper incident reporting and records, proper use of personal protective equipment, and the principles of fire safety.
Firefighter II
Local Code: 9654
PEIMS: 13030000 Credit 3.0 Course: Level 4
Description: Firefighter II is the second course in a series for students studying firefighter safety and development. Students will understand Texas Commission on Fire Protection rules and regulations, proper incident reporting and records, proper use of personal protective equipment, and the principles of fire safety. Students will demonstrate proper use of fire extinguishers, ground ladders, fire hoses, and water supply apparatus systems.
