2014 – 2015
Florida Department of Education
Curriculum Framework 

Program Title:	Fire Investigator II
Career Cluster:	Law, Public Safety & Security

CCC	
CIP Number	0743020106	
Program Type	College Credit Certificate	
Program Length	12 credit hours	
CTSO	N/A	
SOC Codes (all applicable) 	33-2021 Fire Inspectors and Investigators	
Targeted Occupation List	http://www.labormarketinfo.com/wec/TargetOccupationList.htm	
Perkins Technical Skill Attainment Inventory	http://www.fldoe.org/workforce/perkins/perkins_resources.asp	
Statewide Articulation	Contact the Florida Department of Financial Services/State Fire College for information regarding basic skills.
http://www.fldoe.org/workforce/dwdframe/arti_frame.asp 	

Purpose

This certificate program is part of the Fire Science Technology (FESHE Model) AS (1743020100).

A College Credit Certificate consists of a program of instruction of less than sixty (60) credits of college-level courses, which is part of an AS or AAS degree program and prepares students for entry into employment (Rule 6A-14.030, F.A.C.).

This program offers a sequence of courses that provides coherent and rigorous content aligned with challenging academic standards and relevant technical knowledge and skills needed to prepare for further education and careers in the Law, Public Safety and Security career cluster; provides technical skill proficiency, and includes competency-based applied learning that contributes to the academic knowledge, higher-order reasoning and problem-solving skills, work attitudes, general employability skills, technical skills, and occupation-specific skills, and knowledge of all aspects of the Law, Public Safety and Security career cluster. 

The purpose of this program is to align a cluster of Fire Science courses with the promotional and state certification requirements of local and regional public service agencies. The primary intent is to assist incumbent workers in acquiring professional certifications and opportunities for career advancement. Credits acquired through this certificate program can be applied towards the AS in Fire Science Technology.  This program does not prepare students for certification as basic fire fighters. A student must successfully complete the basic recruit program in firefighting to become certified, pursuant to Chapter 633, Florida Statutes. Program SOC Code 33-2021 Fire Investigators.

Standards

After successfully completing this program the student will be able to perform the following:

01.0	Explain the rule of law as it pertains to arrest, search and seizure procedures and their application to fire investigations.
02.0	Recognize and interpret fire scenes common to various types of fires.
03.0	Describe the chemistry of combustion and the relationship of atoms, elements, compounds, and organic compounds on fire.
04.0	Explain the nature and behavior of fire including the effects of heat.
05.0	Explain and identify the combustion properties of liquids, gases and solid fuels.
06.0	Identify and explain electrical causes of fires.
07.0	List and explain the procedures for lifting fingerprints, evidence collection and preservation.
08.0	List and identify the make-up and use of incendiary devices, explosives, and bombs.
09.0	List the procedures for documenting fire scenes, including sketching, photography, and report writing.
10.0	Analyze fire-related deaths and injuries and describe methods of documentation.
11.0	Identify the techniques for interviewing and questioning suspects and subjects.
12.0	Explain the role of the fire investigator in courtroom proceedings including courtroom demeanor and testifying.
13.0	Identify and list the sources and technology available for fire investigations.
14.0	Identify and analyze the causes involved in the line of duty firefighter deaths related to structural and wildland firefighting, training and research and the reduction of emergency risks and accidents.

2014 – 2015
Florida Department of Education
Student Performance Standards

Program Title:	Fire Investigator II
CIP Numbers:	0743020106
Program Length: 	12 credit hours
SOC Code(s):		33-2021

This certificate program is part of the Fire Science Technology (FESHE Model) AS (1743020100).  At the completion of this program, the student will be able to:	
01.0	Explain the rule of law as it pertains to arrest, search and seizure procedures and their application to fire investigations.	
02.0	Recognize and interpret fire scenes common to various types of fires.	
03.0	Describe the chemistry of combustion and the relationship of atoms, elements, compounds, and organic compounds on fire.	
04.0	Explain the nature and behavior of fire including the effects of heat.	
05.0	Explain and identify the combustion properties of liquids, gases and solid fuels.	
06.0	Identify and explain electrical causes of fires.	
07.0	List and explain the procedures for lifting fingerprints, evidence collection and preservation.	
08.0	List and identify the make-up and use of incendiary devices, explosives, and bombs.	
09.0	List the procedures for documenting fire scenes, including sketching, photography, and report writing.	
10.0	Analyze fire-related deaths and injuries and describe methods of documentation.	
11.0	Identify the techniques for interviewing and questioning suspects and subjects.	
12.0	Explain the role of the fire investigator in courtroom proceedings including courtroom demeanor and testifying.	
13.0	Identify and list the sources and technology available for fire investigations.	
14.0	Identify and analyze the causes involved in the line of duty firefighter deaths related to structural and wildland firefighting, training and research and the reduction of emergency risks and accidents.	
	
FFP 2630 Latent Investigation	
	
01.0	Describe the proper procedure for fire death investigations.	
02.0	Describe the proper procedure for fire injury investigations.	
03.0	Describing the required reports for fire deaths and injuries investigations.	
04.0	The student will demonstrate an understanding of motives for arson.	
05.0	Describe the various motives for arson.	
06.0	Describe the differences between at least three different motives for arson.	
07.0	Describe arson for profit.	
08.0	Describe an arson set.	
09.0	Describe an arson device.	
10.0	Explain the difference between arson sets and devices.	
11.0	Identify the various types of explosives. 	
12.0	Identify various types of chemical and hazardous materials.	
13.0	Identify various types of fire related deaths and injuries.	
14.0	Identify the various types of arson as a crime.	
15.0	Identify safety issues.	
16.0	Identify, examine and understand arson laws.	
17.0	Identify the chain of evidence.	
	
FSFC 407 Arson Investigation	
This course stresses effective crime scene work relative to fire investigation.  Evidence preservation and collection, scene documentation, and investigator safety are main topics.	
NOTE:  Prerequisite: FFP 2243 - Latent Investigation, and a State Certificate of Compliance, Fire Inspector Certification, or Certified Police Officer.	
	
FSFC 406 Post-Blast Investigation	
This course, following the model curriculum of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, covers crime scene procedures, laboratory procedures, chemical and physical components, and legal issues relative to bombing incidents.	
NOTE:  This course is limited to certified investigators.  Part of Fire Investigator II.	
	
01.0	Describe an arson scene involving an explosion.	
02.0	Describe the procedures for investigating an explosion scene.	
03.0	Describe how to preserve evidence during an explosion investigation.	
04.0	Describe the legal issues relative to bombings.	
05.0	Describe how a laboratory is used for investigating explosions.	
06.0	Describe what the limitations of laboratories are.	
07.0	Describe what equipment is used in a laboratory.	
08.0	Describe explosive materials.	
09.0	Describe the chemical components of explosive materials.	
10.0	Describe the physical components of explosive materials.	
11.0	The student will demonstrate an understanding of arson crime scenes involving explosions.	
12.0	The student will demonstrate an understanding of laboratory procedures.	
13.0	The student will demonstrate an understanding of the chemical and physical components of explosive materials.   	
	
FFP 2670 Legal Issues for Investigators	
NOTE:  This is a restricted enrollment program.  Applicants must be Certified Law Enforcement, Fire Fighter or Fire Inspector. 	
	
01.0	The student will demonstrate an understanding of the Florida Statutes by:	
01.01	Name the applicable State Statutes.	
01.02	Describe the content of the State Statutes.	
01.03	Describe the impact of State Statutes on arson investigations.	
02.0	The student will demonstrate an understanding of preparing cases for trial by:	
02.01	Describe how to prepare a case for trial.	
02.02	Describe the stages of trials.	
02.03	Describe arson investigators responsibility in trials.	
03.0	The student will demonstrate an understanding of interview techniques by:	
03.01	Describe and role playing appropriate interviewing techniques.	
03.02	Describe suspect’s rights during interviews.	
03.03	Describe how to properly interview witnesses.	

Additional Information

Laboratory Activities

Laboratory activities are an integral part of this program.  These activities include instruction in the use of safety procedures, tools, equipment, materials, and processes related to these occupations.  Equipment and supplies should be provided to enhance hands-on experiences for students. 

Special Notes

The Fire Investigator is a restricted enrollment program.  Applicants must be certified law enforcement, fire fighter or fire inspector.

Accommodations

Federal and state legislation requires the provision of accommodations for students with disabilities as identified on the secondary student’s Individual Educational Plan (IEP) or 504 plan or postsecondary student’s accommodations’ plan to meet individual needs and ensure equal access.  Postsecondary students with disabilities must self-identify, present documentation, request accommodations if needed, and develop a plan with their counselor and/or instructors.  Accommodations received in postsecondary education may differ from those received in secondary education.  Accommodations change the way the student is instructed.  Students with disabilities may need accommodations in such areas as instructional methods and materials, assignments and assessments, time demands and schedules, learning environment, assistive technology and special communication systems.  Documentation of the accommodations requested and provided should be maintained in a confidential file.

Articulation

For details on articulation agreements which correlate to programs and industry certifications refer to http://www.fldoe.org/workforce/dwdframe/artic_frame.asp.