Introduction to FEMA Flood Maps
- Course Number: C1056
- Credits: 3 hours
- Instructor: Ellen Huang, PE
- Price: $30
Course Outline
This course provides an essential overview of FEMA flood mapping products and their applications. While the video contents are tailored for Iowa and New Hampshire community officials, it also equips design professionals with a strong foundation in FEMA Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs), Flood Insurance Study (FIS) reports, and Letters of Map Change (LOMCs). Participants will learn how to effectively utilize these tools to manage flood risks, enforce local floodplain regulations, and support the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP).
At the end of this course, there will be a multiple-choice, open-book quiz, which is designed to enhance your understanding of the course material.
Learning Objectives
At the conclusion of this course, the student will:
- Be able to interpret FEMA Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs);
- Be able to identify flood zones and understand their implications for development and insurance;
- Be able to apply floodplain ordinances using Flood Insurance Study (FIS) reports and Letters of Map Change (LOMC); and
- Be able to navigate online FEMA resources for accessing and analyzing flood maps and reports.