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FS 260 Arson for Profit • 4 Cr.


Presents arson for profit through theory and case studies. Students learn procedures of investigating arson fires. Where and what to look for in determining motivation and method. Prerequisite: FS 120 or permission of advisor.


After completing this class, students should be able to:

  • Recall elements present in basic and intermediate fire investigation.
  • Describe a set of procedures used when investigating a potential arson for profit case.
  • Compare the different motivations in arson for profit fires.
  • Interpret insurance and financial records as it relates to arson for profit investigations.
  • Explain the insurance immunity act.
  • Describe the relationship between public, private, fire investigators and the insurance companies.

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Bellevue College
3000 Landerholm Circle SE Bellevue, WA 98007-6484 U.S.A.
Work: (425) 564-1000