Central Virginia Community College: Introduction to Public Safety Communications

Introduction to Public Safety Communications - PBS 130 at Central Virginia Community College

PBS 130 - Introduction to Public Safety Communications: Examines the fundamentals of public safety communications including equipment and operations of a public safety communications center in addition to record keeping, effective communication in emergency situations, use of emergency telecommunications equipment and standard telecommunication operating procedures.

Lecture 3 hours. Total 3 hours per week.

3 credits

PBS 130 Detailed Outline (VCCS Faculty & Staff Only)

Schedule at Central Virginia Community College

Fall 2026 ➜

Class #	Section	Credits	Day	Time	Start	Location	Mode
2981	PBS 130-01QA	3	M W	8:30 a.m.-11:00 a.m.	2026-08-24	Main CVCC Campus	P
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