Instructor: Chuck French

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Classes by this Instructor


Basic Electricity & Electrical Analysis

Master electrical basics, explore building systems, analyze heat sources and failures, and decipher investigative clues exposing electricity's role in fire incidents.
Monday, September 28, 2026, Training Room 7 (1417)

Clinical Scene Investigation & Findings

This hands-on capstone experience will guide you through media relations and report writing while providing experience on how to convey investigative findings in a legal context.
December 14-16, 2026, Training Room 7 (1417)

Construction, Systems, & Utilities

Analyze fire's influence on various building materials and structures and discuss how to use the knowledge in your investigation process.
September 14-15, 2026, Training Room 7 (1417)

Death Investigations

Develop systematic skills for meticulous death investigations that prioritize safety and legality by cultivating skills essential for effective investigations.
December 7-8, 2026, Training Room 7 (1417)

Evidence Collection & Preservation

Discover the essence of meticulous handling techniques necessary for maintaining evidence integrity, while building a foundation for precise analysis to enhance your fire investigation success.
October 19-20, 2026, Training Room 7 (1417)

Fire Dynamics

Explore compartment and structural fire distinctions and gain knowledge of fundamental fire principles needed to begin investigations.
Tuesday, September 8, 2026, Training Room 7 (1417)

Fire Scene Examination & Investigation

Explore various techniques to help you skillfully navigate the intricacies of fire and explosion scenes, including the unique challenges presented by situations involving victims and fatalities.
November 2-3, 2026, Training Room 7 (1417)

Initial Actions & Scene Documentation

Acquire skills to effectively secure and document fire scenes, setting the stage for precise analysis and conclusive findings in your fire investigation role.
Monday, October 5, 2026, Training Room 7 (1417)

Intro to Fire Investigation & Safety

Discover important fire investigation techniques and roles necessary to the investigation process. You will lay the groundwork needed to uncover fire truths safely and legally.
August 31, 2026 to September 1, 2026, Training Room 7 (1417)

Origin & Cause Determination

Reveal the truth behind fire incidents by exploring explosion origins, ignition sources, and sequence analysis used during the investigation process.
November 16-17, 2026, Training Room 7 (1417)