Required Textbook (Not Included):
Pumping and Aerial Apparatus Driver/Operator Handbook (3rd ed.); IFSTA Publishing (2015)
ISBN: 978-087039571-1
Apparatus Operations – ATPC 1302
This course covers the laws, rules and driving techniques for emergency vehicles, as well as a review of fire service hydraulics. Fire ground evolutions and a driving course make up the practical part of the course. The evolution portion of the course includes the use of preconnected lines, tandem pumping, drafting, relays and master streams. The student should have a basic understanding of fire stream hydraulics prior to entering this course.
Fire Service Hydraulics ATPC-1301 is a required pre-requisite before enrolling in Apparatus Operations.
The Required In-Person Portion (2 days) Of This Course Will Take Place At:
Hillsborough County Fire Public Safety Operations Complex (PSOC)
9450 E. Columbus Drive. Tampa, FL 33619
Please Select Preferred Date For In-Person Course Portion
AUGUST 2025
SEPTEMBER 2025
OCTOBER 2025
NOVEMBER 2025
*Attendance is mandatory for both in-person days in order to receive course credit*
*All online coursework & assignments must be completed before In-Person date*
Your Course Includes
Step-By-Step Learning Modules
All modules have a combination of reading assignments, discussions and quizzes.
Additional Resources
Each course will have additional resources in video format.
Instructor Assistance & Access
You will have the ability to access your instructors throughout the course. If you have any questions regarding the course material or need assistance with your coursework submissions, we are more than ready to help!
Frequently asked Questions
How long is the duration of the course?
From the moment you enroll into this course, you will be allotted 60 days to complete the entire course. Feel free to work at your own pace to finish the course, so long as you meet the 60-day deadline and have a final grade of 70%. Here at FFTI, we understand that extenuating circumstances may arise and leniency may be granted depending on the nature of the circumstances that the student is faced with. Just notify the instructor for an extension to complete the course. This is by no means a guarantee that an extension or exception will be made.
Do you require any portion of this course to be completed in person?
Yes, this course requires 16 hours (2 days) of In-Person practical and hands-on participation. Attendance is MANDATORY for both days.
Should any questions arise throughout your learning experience, do not hesitate to reach out to the instructors at: instructor@myfireclass.com
Upon completion of the course, will FFTI issue a certificate of completion?
Yes, once you finish the course you will be able to download your certificate to your computer, which will then allow you to print the certificate for your records. In addition to receiving your certificate of completion, your instructor will also update your course completion into FCDICE through the Florida State Fire College.
Will this course count towards Continuing Education Units (CEUs)? If so, how many CEU’s will I obtain?
This course does not count toward any Continuing Education Credits.
Why are some of your textbooks different than some of the other institutions' required textbooks?
At Frontline Fire Training Institute, we make every attempt to align our textbook selection with that of the Florida State Fire College. However, through our curriculum development and materials vetting process, we have found that our selected textbooks offer the students a more streamlined path through the required course curriculum than do others. We want to ensure that our students are thoroughly prepared for the coursework, and we have aligned our textbooks to complement our teaching methodology and enhance the student learning experience in the online learning environment. Training institutions are able to select the textbooks of their choice, and are not required to match those used by the Fire College.
What will I need to bring with me for my In-Person dates?
Your safety is our priority. You will be required to bring your Bunker Coat, Helmet, Eye Protection, and Gloves with you for your In-Person class dates.
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