West Georgia Technical College Fire Academy
FIRE INSTUCTOR I CURRICULUM
Performance Standards
Fire Instructor I
NFPA 1041, 2002 Edition
4.2.3 Prepare Training Records and Report Forms
4.2.3(B) Basic Report Writing
Candidate: _______________________________
Skill Sheet # 1
Date______________
SS#______________________________________
STANDARD 4.2.3(B)
NFPA 1041, 2002 Edition
Task: Determine types of records and reports required; knowledge of policies
and procedures for processing records and reports; basic report writing skills.
Performance Outcome: The candidate shall be able to prepare written training records and report form.
Conditions: The candidate will complete all elements of the assigned task. Include candidate’s narrative on
task completion, forms, photos/drawings, etc., department policy or procedure.
Equipment Required: Selected topic, Pen/pencil, Paper, computer, if applicable.
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Retest
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1.
Provides a presentable, formatted, and neat report.
2.
Includes heading, inside address, subject, date, and sender as appropriate.
3.
Report is appropriate for subject matter.
4.
Information is presented in an easily understood, objective manner.
5.
Includes all pertinent dates, times, and places.
6.
Uses proper form, sentence structure, grammar, spelling, and syntax.
7.
Ensures report is complete.
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West Georgia Technical College Fire Academy
FIRE INSTUCTOR I CURRICULUM
Performance Standards
Fire Instructor I
NFPA 1041, 2002 Edition
4.3.2 Review Instructional Material
4.3.2(B) Analysis of resources, facilities, and materials
4.3.3(B) Instructor preparation and organizational skills
Candidate: _______________________________
Skill Sheet # 2
Date______________
SS#______________________________________
STANDARD 4.3.2(B)
NFPA 1041, 2002 Edition
Task: Review and adapt instructional materials; recognizing student limitations,
methods of instruction, types of resource material; organizing the learning
environment.
Task: Preparation of a lesson plan.
STANDARD 4.3.3(B)
NFPA 1041, 2002 Edition
Performance Outcome: The candidate shall be able to analyze available resources, facilities, and materials
for lesson preparation.
Conditions: The candidate will complete all elements of the assigned task. Include candidate’s narrative on
task completion, forms, photos/drawings, etc., department policy or procedure.
Equipment Required: Selected topic for lesson plan, Pen/pencil, Paper, computer, if applicable.
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Task Steps
First Test
Retest
Pass Fail Pass
Fail
1.
Considers target audience and learning environment.
2.
Adapts resources as needed :
3.
a. Elements of the lesson plan
4.
b. Learning environment
5.
c. Instructional material
6.
Adapts lesson plan to assignment and course material.
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West Georgia Technical College Fire Academy
FIRE INSTUCTOR I CURRICULUM
Performance Standards
Fire Instructor I
NFPA 1041, 2002 Edition
4.4.2 Lesson Plan Presentation
4.4.2(B) Use of instructional media and materials
4.4.3(B) Oral communication techniques
Teaching methods techniques
Candidate: _______________________________
Skill Sheet # 3
Date______________
SS#______________________________________
STANDARD 4.4.2(B)
NFPA 1041, 2002 Edition
STANDARD 4.4.3(B)
NFPA 1041, 2002 Edition
Task: Demonstrate proper use of instructional media and materials; organizing
the classroom, lab or outdoor learning environment.
Task: Demonstrate proper oral communication techniques; teaching methods
and techniques.
Task: Demonstrate basic coaching and motivational techniques, adapting lesson
STANDARD 4.4.5(B)
NFPA 1041, 2002 Edition plan to specific instructional situation.
Performance Outcome: The candidate shall be able to present a lesson plan demonstrating the proper use of
instructional media and materials.
Conditions: The candidate will complete all elements of the assigned task. Include candidate’s narrative on
task completion, forms, photos/drawings, etc., department policy or procedure.
Equipment Required: Selected topic for lesson plan, Pen/pencil, Paper, computer, if applicable.
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Task Steps
First Test
Retest
Pass Fail Pass
Fail
1.
Presentation included Preparation/Motivational step.
2.
Objectives were communicated to students.
3.
Utilizes effective presentation methods
4.
a. Eye contact and stage presence were appropriate
5.
b. Speaks in a clear, effectively pitched, well modulated voice
6.
c. Speech was reasonably free from language errors
7.
d. Style was reasonably free from distractions that detract from
teaching
8.
Presentation step and methodology were appropriate to objectives/content
9.
Instructor elicited student participation and feedback
10. Content was technically accurate
11. Presentation included Application step
12. Presentation included Evaluation step
13. Presentation included appropriate Closing mechanism
14. Presentation was completed within specified time limit
Supervisor/Proctor/Comments:_______________________________________________________________
Fire Instructor I
NFPA 1041, 2002 Edition
4.4.2 Lesson Plan Presentation
4.4.2(B) Use of instructional media and materials
4.4.3(B) Oral communication techniques
Teaching methods techniques
Skill Sheet # 3
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West Georgia Technical College Fire Academy
FIRE INSTUCTOR I CURRICULUM
Performance Standards
Fire Instructor I
NFPA 1041, 2002 Edition
4.4.6 Operate audiovisual equipment and demonstration devices
4.4.6(B) Use of audiovisual equipment:
Operation of a computer/projector
Candidate: _______________________________
Skill Sheet # 4
Date______________
SS#______________________________________
Task: Demonstrate the proper use of computer/projector; VCR Unit; Overhead
STANDARD 4.4.6(B)
NFPA 1041, 2002 Edition projector; Chalk/Whiteboard; and Easel Pad for lesson presentation.
Task: Demonstrate efficient and effective transition techniques within and
STANDARD 4.4.7(B)
NFPA 1041, 2002 Edition between media.
Performance Outcome: The candidate shall be able to properly set up and utilize a computer/projector; VCR
unit; Overhead projector; Chalk/Whiteboard and Easel Pad for a classroom presentation. The candidate shall
be able to properly transition between media.
Conditions: The candidate will complete all elements of the assigned task. Include candidate’s narrative on
task completion, forms, photos/drawings, etc., department policy or procedure.
Equipment Required: Computer, projector, screen and given presentation.
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Task Steps
First Test
Retest
Pass Fail Pass
Fail
Positions unit for adequate viewing by entire audience.
1.
Adjusts viewing image to screen.
2.
Loads projectable materials into computer.
3.
Configures projector to computer.
4.
Projects image, adjusts focus.
5.
Transition to VCR unit; position unit for adequate viewing by entire audience.
6.
Transitions to Overhead projector for adequate viewing by entire audience.
7.
Transitions to Chalk/Whiteboard; writes legibly, refers to written words/image
8.
9.
10.
without facing board.
Transitions to Easel Pad; positions Easel Pad for adequate viewing by entire
audience.
Writes legibly and refers to written word without facing pad.
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West Georgia Technical College Fire Academy
FIRE INSTUCTOR I CURRICULUM
Performance Standards
Fire Instructor I
NFPA 1041, 2002 Edition
4.5.2 Administration and Grading of Tests
4.5.2(B) Use of skills checklist and oral questioning
techniques
Candidate: _______________________________
Skill Sheet # 5
Date______________
SS#______________________________________
STANDARD 4.5.2(B)
NFPA 1041, 2002 Edition
Task: Demonstrate proper use of skills checklist and oral questioning
techniques.
Performance Outcome: The candidate shall be able to perform effectively a skills checklist and demonstrate
the proper oral questions techniques.
Conditions: The candidate will complete all elements of the assigned task. Include candidate’s narrative on
task completion, forms, photos/drawings, etc., department policy or procedure.
Equipment Required: Selected topic for lesson plan, Pen/pencil, Paper, computer, if applicable.
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Task Steps
First Test
Retest
Pass Fail Pass
Fail
1.
Selects appropriate testing and evaluation instrument.
2.
Demonstrates and understanding of:
3.
a. Oral Tests
4.
b. Written Tests
c. Skills Checklists
6.
d. Grading of Tests
7.
Maintains security of examination material and results
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West Georgia Technical College Fire Academy
FIRE INSTUCTOR I CURRICULUM
Performance Standards
Fire Instructor I
NFPA 1041, 2002 Edition
4.5.4 Communicating and Reporting Test Results
4.5.4(B) Communication skills and basic coaching
Candidate: _______________________________
Skill Sheet # 6
Date______________
SS#______________________________________
STANDARD 4.5.4(B)
NFPA 1041, 2002 Edition
Task: Demonstrate reporting procedures; interpretation of test results.
Performance Outcome: The candidate shall be able to demonstrated effective and efficient reporting
procedures; proficient knowledge of interpretation of test results.
Conditions: The candidate will complete all elements of the assigned task. Include candidate’s narrative on
task completion, forms, photos/drawings, etc., department policy or procedure.
Equipment Required: Simulated test results, Pen/pencil, Paper, computer, if applicable.
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Task Steps
First Test
Retest
Pass Fail Pass
Fail
1.
Transmits verbal results in a clear, effectively pitched, and well
modulated voice.
2.
Speech was reasonably free from language errors.
3.
Offers coaching or suggestions for improvement.
4.
Accurately records results according to accepted procedure.
5.
Reports unusual circumstances.
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West Georgia Technical College Fire Academy
FIRE INSTUCTOR I CURRICULUM
Performance Standards
Fire Instructor I
NFPA 1041, 2002 Edition
4.5.5 Evaluate Performance to Provide Feedback
4.5.5(B) Communication skills and basic coaching
Candidate: _______________________________
Skill Sheet # 7
Date______________
SS#______________________________________
STANDARD 4.5.5(B)
NFPA 1041, 2002 Edition
Task: Demonstrated proficient reporting procedures and the interpretation of
test results.
Performance Outcome: The candidate shall be able to exhibit communication skills and basic coaching skills.
Conditions: The candidate will complete all elements of the assigned task. Include candidate’s narrative on
task completion, forms, photos/drawings, etc., department policy or procedure.
Equipment Required: Selected topic for lesson plan, Pen/pencil, Paper, computer, if applicable.
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Task Steps
First Test
Retest
Pass Fail Pass
Fail
1.
Evaluates student presentations using supplied skill sheets.
2.
Provides verbal comments on student’s presentation style.
3.
Determines if lesson plan revision is necessary.
4.
Explains reason why lesson plan revisions are/are not necessary.
5.
6.
7.
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