Fire Service Administration
Recommended Databases
Using Ebooks
When writing a research paper, ebooks can be a great scholarly resource, providing background information, as well as in-depth information on a topic. You can find ebooks in the UMGC library collection, or on the free web. Ebooks are included in OneSearch, which is available below and also from the Library home page. You can search by selecting Ebooks Only from the dropdown menu.
The UMGC Library subscribes to other great ebook databases that cannot be found in this search. To search these collections you should go directly to the source.
You can also find great ebook collections on the free web. Remember, when using material from the free web, it is important to evaluate what you find.
Ebook Search (select Ebooks Only from drop-down)
Using Websites
When used appropriately, websites can add great value to your research reference list. Websites can provide valuable evidence to support a research topic, and can also provide background information, company or association information, and basic facts about a topic. When using websites, always evaluate what you find, to avoid bias and verify information.
Recommended Websites
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Building and Fire Research PortalThe mission of the building and fire research programs at NIST is to anticipate and meet the measurement science, standards, and technology needs of the U.S. building and fire safety industries in areas of critical national need.
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Fire Management TodayFrom the U.S. Forest services, a clearinghouse for new techniques, technologies, and ideas in wildland firefighting.
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Fire on the WebFire resources at the National Institute of Standards and Technology.
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U.S. Fire AdministrationFrom FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency) in the Department of Homeland Security. Training, professional development, fire prevention and education, and more.
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Techstreet Enterprise (Standards)Provides engineering standards for fire service administration. Login as you would for any UMGC library database or class with your email address and password.