1. Home
  2. Spring 2024

Spring 2024

Internal TMCC Term ID
2242
Display On Software Page
Off
Display in Homepage Academics Section
On

Earthquakes, Volcanoes and Natural Disasters

Course ID
103044
Topic ID
0
Course Location
WebCollege
Academic Term
Spring 2024
Notes
Online Course Fee: $15. Lab Fee: $10. Course includes 4 at-home labs. This class is WEB-BASED and offered asynchronously as a traditional online class. Online courses cannot be accessed until the first Monday of the term 1/22/2024. Students must log into the class by Wed. 1/24/2024 or risk being dropped for non-attendance.
Section
3001
Minimum Units (Decimal)
3.00
Maximum Units (Decimal)
3.00
Description

This course will emphasize the geology of earth's natural hazards including earthquakes, volcanoes, tsunamis, landslides, global warming and ozone depletion. Students will learn how geologic processes can directly affect people, property and human made structures. Procedures to mitigate such hazards will be explored. In addition to earth's natural hazards, some other important concepts to be addressed include population growth pressures on natural resources, uniformitarianism and geology as a foundation to understanding our environment. Course entails three hours of lecture per week and four 3-5 hour mandatory laboratory exercises per semester.

Class Type
Web Course (Asynchronous)
Status
Full
Subject Term Reference
Geology
Late Start
No
Catalog Number
100
Day or Night Section
Day
Is Late Start
Normal Start
Session
Normal
Class Subject Reference
Geology - GEOL
Crytime Formatted
WebCollege • 01/22/24–05/11/24
Lab • WebCollege • 01/22/24–05/11/24
Department Phone
673-7183
Notes (For Filter)
Online Course Fee: $15. Lab Fee: $10. Course includes 4 at-home labs. This class is WEB-BASED and offered asynchronously as a traditional online class. Online courses cannot be accessed until the first Monday of the term 1/22/2024. Students must log into the class by Wed. 1/24/2024 or risk being dropped for non-attendance.
Class Subject Abbr
GEOL
Class Materials
No Cost

World Regional Geography

Course ID
103038
Topic ID
0
Course Location
WebCollege
Academic Term
Spring 2024
Notes
Online Course Fee: $15. This class is WEB-BASED and offered asynchronously as a traditional online class. Online courses cannot be accessed until the first Monday of the term 1/22/2024. Students must log into the class by Wed. 1/24/2024 or risk being dropped for non-attendance.
Section
3001
Minimum Units (Decimal)
3.00
Maximum Units (Decimal)
3.00
Description

Survey of the world's major geographic regions, synthesizing their unique physical conditions, economic and political character, and distinctive cultures. Emphasis is placed upon the historical influences and contemporary trends that help explain current problems and conditions, and how these factor influence cultural diversity. Satisfies UNR social science core curriculum.

Class Type
Web Course (Asynchronous)
Status
Open
Subject Term Reference
Geography
Late Start
No
Catalog Number
200
Day or Night Section
Day
Is Late Start
Normal Start
Session
Normal
Class Subject Reference
Geography - GEOG
Crytime Formatted
WebCollege • 01/22/24–05/11/24
Department Phone
673-7183
Notes (For Filter)
Online Course Fee: $15. This class is WEB-BASED and offered asynchronously as a traditional online class. Online courses cannot be accessed until the first Monday of the term 1/22/2024. Students must log into the class by Wed. 1/24/2024 or risk being dropped for non-attendance.
Prerequisites (For Filter)
Prerequisite: Completion of ENG 100, ENG 101, or ENG 113, or concurrent enrollment of ENG 100 or qualifying English placement score.
Class Subject Abbr
GEOG

Introduction to Cultural Geography

Course ID
103033
Topic ID
0
Course Location
WebCollege
Academic Term
Spring 2024
Notes
Online Course Fee: $15.This class is WEB-BASED and offered asynchronously as a traditional online class. Online courses cannot be accessed until the first Monday of the term 1/22/2024. Students must log into the class by Wed. 1/24/2024 or risk being dropped for non-attendance.
Section
3001
Minimum Units (Decimal)
3.00
Maximum Units (Decimal)
3.00
Description

An introduction to the distribution, characteristics, and complexity of the human cultural landscape. Issues addressed include human-environment interaction, population growth, development, resource utilization, popular and folk culture, and the role of technology in society.

Class Type
Web Course (Asynchronous)
Status
Open
Subject Term Reference
Geography
Late Start
No
Catalog Number
106
Day or Night Section
Day
Is Late Start
Normal Start
Session
Normal
Class Subject Reference
Geography - GEOG
Crytime Formatted
WebCollege • 01/22/24–05/11/24
Department Phone
673-7183
Notes (For Filter)
Online Course Fee: $15.This class is WEB-BASED and offered asynchronously as a traditional online class. Online courses cannot be accessed until the first Monday of the term 1/22/2024. Students must log into the class by Wed. 1/24/2024 or risk being dropped for non-attendance.
Class Subject Abbr
GEOG

Leadership and Ethics in Emergency Service

Course ID
134230
Topic ID
0
Course Location
WebCollege
Academic Term
Spring 2024
Notes
Online Course Fee: $15. This class is WEB-BASED and offered asynchronously as a traditional online class. Students must log into Canvas on the first day of class or risk being dropped for non-attendance.
Section
3002
Minimum Units (Decimal)
3.00
Maximum Units (Decimal)
3.00
Description

This course is designed to give a comprehensive view of leadership in emergency services. It is designed around 12 topics of leadership including; problem solving, decision making, planning skills and cycles, communication, managing multiple roles, creativity, enhancing your personal power base, ethics, situational leadership, delegating, coaching, and discipline. This course and material are directly structured and related to the National Fire Academy and Emergency Management Institute under direction of FEMA and Homeland Security.

Class Type
Web Course (Asynchronous)
Status
Open
Subject Term Reference
Fire Science Technology
Late Start
No
Catalog Number
200
Day or Night Section
Day
Is Late Start
Normal Start
Session
Normal
Class Subject Reference
Fire Science Technology - FT
Crytime Formatted
WebCollege • 01/22/24–05/11/24
Department Phone
336-4271
Notes (For Filter)
Online Course Fee: $15. This class is WEB-BASED and offered asynchronously as a traditional online class. Students must log into Canvas on the first day of class or risk being dropped for non-attendance.
Class Subject Abbr
FT

Hazardous Materials

Course ID
102940
Topic ID
0
Course Location
WebCollege
Academic Term
Spring 2024
Notes
Online Course Fee: $15. This class is HYBRID/WEB-BASED and has some combination of in-person and WEB-LIVE or WEB-BASED class time. You should be available at the times and days listed in the course schedule. Check your TMCC student email and Canvas inbox prior to the first class for the specific details about how and when your class will meet.
Section
8451
Minimum Units (Decimal)
3.00
Maximum Units (Decimal)
3.00
Description

A review of basic properties of solids, liquids and gases and the storage, handling, law, standards and firefighting practices pertaining to hazardous materials.

Class Type
Hybrid
Status
Open
Subject Term Reference
Fire Science Technology
Late Start
No
Catalog Number
131
Day or Night Section
Day
Is Late Start
Late Start Only
Session
Normal
Class Subject Reference
Fire Science Technology - FT
Crytime Formatted
WebCollege • 03/01/24–03/31/24
9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. • S • Other Location • 03/30/24–03/30/24
Department Phone
336-4271
Notes (For Filter)
Online Course Fee: $15. This class is HYBRID/WEB-BASED and has some combination of in-person and WEB-LIVE or WEB-BASED class time. You should be available at the times and days listed in the course schedule. Check your TMCC student email and Canvas inbox prior to the first class for the specific details about how and when your class will meet.
Class Subject Abbr
FT

Hazardous Materials

Course ID
102940
Topic ID
0
Course Location
Health Science Center at Redfield
Academic Term
Spring 2024
Notes
In the event of public health restrictions or other emergencies, classes may need to be changed to Web-Live, Web, or Hybrid instruction modes. Students will be notified by instructors and/or academic departments of any required changes.
Section
8001
Minimum Units (Decimal)
3.00
Maximum Units (Decimal)
3.00
Description

A review of basic properties of solids, liquids and gases and the storage, handling, law, standards and firefighting practices pertaining to hazardous materials.

Class Type
In-Person Class
Status
Open
Subject Term Reference
Fire Science Technology
Late Start
No
Catalog Number
131
Day or Night Section
Night
Is Late Start
Late Start Only
Session
Normal
Class Subject Reference
Fire Science Technology - FT
Crytime Formatted
6:00–10:00 p.m. • T TH • Health Science Center at Redfield • 04/09/24–05/09/24
Department Phone
336-4271
Notes (For Filter)
In the event of public health restrictions or other emergencies, classes may need to be changed to Web-Live, Web, or Hybrid instruction modes. Students will be notified by instructors and/or academic departments of any required changes.
Class Subject Abbr
FT

Build Construction I

Course ID
102936
Topic ID
0
Course Location
WebCollege
Academic Term
Spring 2024
Notes
Online Course Fee: $15. This class is WEB-BASED and offered asynchronously as a traditional online class. Students must log into Canvas on the first day of class or risk being dropped for non-attendance.
Section
3001
Minimum Units (Decimal)
3.00
Maximum Units (Decimal)
3.00
Description

Fundamentals of building construction and design with emphasis on fire resistance of building materials, assemblies, exposures and related data focused on fire protection. The course will also deal with related codes and statutes and introduce basic blueprint reading.

Class Type
Web Course (Asynchronous)
Status
Full
Subject Term Reference
Fire Science Technology
Late Start
No
Catalog Number
125
Day or Night Section
Day
Is Late Start
Normal Start
Session
Normal
Class Subject Reference
Fire Science Technology - FT
Crytime Formatted
WebCollege • 01/22/24–05/11/24
Department Phone
336-4271
Notes (For Filter)
Online Course Fee: $15. This class is WEB-BASED and offered asynchronously as a traditional online class. Students must log into Canvas on the first day of class or risk being dropped for non-attendance.
Class Subject Abbr
FT

Fire Prevention I

Course ID
102932
Topic ID
0
Course Location
WebCollege
Academic Term
Spring 2024
Notes
Online Course Fee: $15. This class is WEB-BASED and offered asynchronously as a traditional online class. Students must log into Canvas on the first day of class or risk being dropped for non-attendance.
Section
3001
Minimum Units (Decimal)
3.00
Maximum Units (Decimal)
3.00
Description

Familiarization with national, state and local laws and ordinances influencing fire prevention and fire underwriting; principles and problems relating to fire prevention.

Class Type
Web Course (Asynchronous)
Status
Open
Subject Term Reference
Fire Science Technology
Late Start
No
Catalog Number
121
Day or Night Section
Day
Is Late Start
Normal Start
Session
Normal
Class Subject Reference
Fire Science Technology - FT
Crytime Formatted
WebCollege • 01/22/24–05/11/24
Department Phone
336-4271
Notes (For Filter)
Online Course Fee: $15. This class is WEB-BASED and offered asynchronously as a traditional online class. Students must log into Canvas on the first day of class or risk being dropped for non-attendance.
Class Subject Abbr
FT

Firefighter I Academy

Course ID
102910
Topic ID
0
Course Location
Health Science Center at Redfield
Academic Term
Spring 2024
Notes
Lab Fee: $200. Students must be accepted to the Truckee Meadows Community College Fire and Rescue Academy. Orientation is 1/11/2024 from 6-8 pm, location to be announced. Saturday class meetings will be held at the Carson City Fire Station #52, 2400 College Parkway, Carson City, NV 89706, except 1/13 and 1/20/2024, which will be located at the Pennington Health Science Building. Academy students may also need to attend Tue. and Thu. at the Carson City Fire Station, subject to availability. Academy students are responsible for additional fees for protective equipment. In the event of public health restrictions or other emergencies, classes may need to be changed to Web-Live, Web, or Hybrid instruction modes. Students will be notified by instructors and/or academic departments of any required changes.
Section
8001
Minimum Units (Decimal)
12.00
Maximum Units (Decimal)
12.00
Description

The academy covers all of the National Fire Protection Association and Nevada State Firefighter I requirements. The curriculum covers fire behavior, firefighter safety, personal protective equipment, self-contained breathing apparatus, portable fire extinguishers, water supply, fire hose and appliances, nozzles, fire streams, basic building construction, ladders, ropes and knots, rescue procedures, forcible entry, ventilation, salvage and overhaul, hazardous material mitigation to the operational level, basic terrorism, and wildland firefighting (S-110, 130, 190).

Class Type
In-Person Class
Status
Open
Subject Term Reference
Fire Science Technology
Late Start
No
Catalog Number
106
Day or Night Section
Night
Is Late Start
Normal Start
Session
Normal
Class Subject Reference
Fire Science Technology - FT
Crytime Formatted
6:00–10:00 p.m. • T TH • Health Science Center at Redfield • 01/23/24–04/04/24
8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. • S • Other Location • 01/22/24–04/04/24
Department Phone
336-4271
Notes (For Filter)
Lab Fee: $200. Students must be accepted to the Truckee Meadows Community College Fire and Rescue Academy. Orientation is 1/11/2024 from 6-8 pm, location to be announced. Saturday class meetings will be held at the Carson City Fire Station #52, 2400 College Parkway, Carson City, NV 89706, except 1/13 and 1/20/2024, which will be located at the Pennington Health Science Building. Academy students may also need to attend Tue. and Thu. at the Carson City Fire Station, subject to availability. Academy students are responsible for additional fees for protective equipment. In the event of public health restrictions or other emergencies, classes may need to be changed to Web-Live, Web, or Hybrid instruction modes. Students will be notified by instructors and/or academic departments of any required changes.
Prerequisites (For Filter)
Prerequisite: EMS 108 or current State of Nevada EMT certification and FT 101 or FT 102 or six months of fire experience. Corequisite or Prerequisite: FT 131.
Class Subject Abbr
FT

Entry Level Firefighter

Course ID
102904
Topic ID
0
Course Location
Other
Academic Term
Spring 2024
Notes
Online Course Fee: $15. Course Fee $50. Students must have full coverage medical insurance to take the course. Be prepared to show proof of insurance at the first class meeting. There is an additional fee of $40 for protective equipment rentals; be prepared to pay this fee prior to the first class meeting. This class is HYBRID/WEB-BASED and has some combination of in-person and web-based class time. You should be available at the times and days listed in the course schedule. Check your TMCC student email and Canvas inbox prior to the first class for specific details about in-person class meetings. Students are required to attend all hands-on training at the Carson City Fire Department on 3/23, 3/30, and 4/6/2024. Students must attend the in-person meetings and sign into the web-based portion on the first day of class or risk being dropped for non-attendance.
Section
8501
Minimum Units (Decimal)
3.00
Maximum Units (Decimal)
3.00
Description

This course will give the student the basic skills and knowledge necessary to combat structure fires under direct supervision.

Class Type
Hybrid
Status
Open
Subject Term Reference
Fire Science Technology
Late Start
No
Catalog Number
102
Day or Night Section
Day
Is Late Start
Late Start Only
Session
Normal
Class Subject Reference
Fire Science Technology - FT
Crytime Formatted
9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. • S • Other Location • 03/23/24–03/23/24
9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. • S • Other Location • 03/30/24–03/30/24
9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. • S • Other Location • 04/06/24–04/06/24
WebCollege • 03/04/24–04/15/24
Department Phone
336-4271
Notes (For Filter)
Online Course Fee: $15. Course Fee $50. Students must have full coverage medical insurance to take the course. Be prepared to show proof of insurance at the first class meeting. There is an additional fee of $40 for protective equipment rentals; be prepared to pay this fee prior to the first class meeting. This class is HYBRID/WEB-BASED and has some combination of in-person and web-based class time. You should be available at the times and days listed in the course schedule. Check your TMCC student email and Canvas inbox prior to the first class for specific details about in-person class meetings. Students are required to attend all hands-on training at the Carson City Fire Department on 3/23, 3/30, and 4/6/2024. Students must attend the in-person meetings and sign into the web-based portion on the first day of class or risk being dropped for non-attendance.
Class Subject Abbr
FT
Subscribe to Spring 2024