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S-245, Display Processor (ILT)

Course Description

This course provides students with the skills necessary to perform as a Display Processor (DPRO). Topics include general roles and responsibilities and how to assist the Situation Unit Leader with producing incident maps, inputs for the Incident Status Summary, (ICS-209), and other incident products. The final exam is three hours. For pre-course work, students need to read specific chapters in Basic Land Navigation, PMS 475.

Course Objectives

Collect and evaluate information to produce maps, ICS-209 inputs, and other incident products within established guidelines and timeframes.

Alternate Delivery Mode

Alternate Delivery Mode
Not Applicable
Lead Instructor Minimum Qualifications
The lead instructor must be a qualified Situation Unit Leader (SITL).
Unit Instructor Minimum Qualifications
Unit instructors must be qualified as Display Processor (DPRO).
Business Steward
Incident Planning Subcommittee IPS
Course Level
Local
Format
Instructor Led
Course Number
S-245
Other Training Which Supports
DPRO Display Processor, GISS Geographic Information System Specialist
Course Title
Display Processor (ILT)

Special Delivery Considerations

These materials are needed above and beyond the usual items )pens, paper, flip charts, markers, etc.).
DPRO Kit
Examples of incident maps (fire and all hazard)
Examples of incident action plans
Materials for producing maps (per group) – Topo base maps to prodce situation unit map and IAP map, Clear plastic overlay, Adhesive overlay
Permanent markers (Different colors, thick and fine point), Scissors, Glue stick, Erasers or rubbing alcohol/swabs, Easel paper, Making and/or transparent tape).
Materials for calculating ICS-209 inputs (map wheel, string or ruler, calculator)
FOBS Field Map(s) (developed by cadre)
Answer Keys for Unit 2 and Unit 3 exercises and Final exam (cadre develops)
Network access

Course Updates
There is an error on page 21 related to Figure 1-12, Infrared Map. The figure is not of an IR map, but of the actual IR imagery. Furthermore, the imagery is several years out of date and presents an obsolete form of imagery that has not been used for several years.

Development History

S-244 and S-245 replaced I-244 in 10/97. Reference NWCG Curriculum Issue Paper #55 (future of course).

Version Date

2007

Previous Certification Dates

1997-10

NWCG Latest Announcements

New Aircraft Flight Schedule Form, PMS 249

Date:  April 17, 2026
Questions? 
Please contact: National Coordination System Committee

A new publication from the National Coordination System Committee (NCSC) is now available. The NWCG Aircraft Flight Schedule Form, PMS 249, will be used for aviation crews and dispatch to share flight information that is needed for resource tracking, and if needed, for emergency procedures.

For further details, please contact your NCSC representative. 

References:

NCSC Memo 26-01: Implementation of NWCG Aircraft Flight Schedule Form, PMS 249

NWCG Aircraft Flight Schedule Form, PMS 249

New Glossary Term for Review

Date:  April 15, 2026
Questions? 
Please contact: Data Standards and Terminology Board (DSTB)

The Data Standards and Terminology Board is requesting feedback on a new glossary term: Resource Protection Measure (RPM).

The proposed definition is: Practical guidance provided for incident personnel in a manner in which incident objectives can be achieved while reducing impacts to identified resources across the landscape. RPMs are informed by, but not restricted to, Minimum Impact Strategies and Tactics (MIST).

Please review, share with your subgroups, and provide feedback as appropriate through the following form: Request Feedback The comment period will close May 10, 2026.

Thank you for your engagement in the NWCG glossary process – your participation is key to our success.

References:

Glossary Request Feedback

Quarter Three Materials for the 2025-2026 Wildland Fire Leadership Campaign Now Available

Date:  April 1, 2026
Questions? 
Please contact: Leadership Committee

NWCG is excited to announce that Quarter Three materials for the 2025/2026 Wildland Fire Leadership Campaign are now available. This annual initiative offers all students of leadership and wildland fire management an opportunity to engage with essential leadership skills and knowledge needed to lead effectively in dynamic environments.

Quarter Three materials focus on Leadership Level 3: Leader of People (Develop Intent). Leadership Level 3 is where your values, your team, and your influence come together. Leaders of People put their teams first, build trust, and lead with authenticity. They mentor future leaders and shape decisions up and down the chain.

References:

2025/2026 NWCG Leadership Campaign - Leadership Levels

Wildland Fire Leadership Development Program

Leadership Committee

WFSTAR 2026 Core Components Module Package and 2025 Fire Year in Review Now Available

Date:  March 23, 2026
Questions? 
Please contact: Joe Schindel

The 2026 Core Components Module Package for RT-130, Wildland Fire Safety Training Annual Refresher (WFSTAR) and the 2025 Fire Year in Review are now available on the NWCG website. The 2026 Core Components Module Package provides all content needed to deliver RT-130.

References:

2026 Core Components Module Package

2025 Fire Year in Review Module