Fire Science Technology
Associate in Science
Career/Technical (Major Code: 02845)
Provides training in the theory and practice of fire technology, the fire service, and the fire protection field. It is designed to enhance qualifications for entry into the fire service, for preparation for entry-level hiring examinations, and for current firefighters wishing to complete a degree in fire technology.
Program Student Learning Outcomes
- Upon completion of this program, the student will demonstrate proficiency in multi-faceted communication skills, assessment of the problem(s), interpretation of information and make judgments related to hazardous emergencies, medical emergencies, and fire (potential/actual) incidents.
- Upon completion of this program, the student will demonstrate proficiency in all aspects of basic firefighter emergency responses as related to investigation and mitigation of the situation.
- Upon completion of this program, the student will demonstrate proficiency in working collegially with a diverse population in stressful environments in the basic firefighter role.
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Program Requirements | ||
| FS 10 | PROFESSIONAL SKILLS FOR EMPLOYMENT IN THE FIRE SERVICE | 3 |
| FS 101 | FIRE PROTECTION ORGANIZATION | 3 |
| FS 102 | FIRE BEHAVIOR AND COMBUSTION | 3 |
| FS 103 | FIRE PREVENTION TECHNOLOGY | 3 |
| FS 104 | FIRE PROTECTION EQUIPMENT AND SYSTEMS | 3 |
| FS 106 | BUILDING CONSTRUCTION FOR FIRE PROTECTION | 3 |
| Select 17 units from electives | 17 | |
| Total Units | 35 | |
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Electives | ||
| AJ 30 | PENAL CODE 832-ARREST AND FIREARMS | 4 |
| EMT 101 & EMT 109 | HEALTHCARE PROVIDER CPR and EMERGENCY MEDICAL RESPONDER | 4 |
| or EMT 125 | WILDERNESS FIRST RESPONDER | |
| EMT 113 | EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN-BASIC | 5 |
| EMT 113L | EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN LABORATORY -BASIC | 3 |
| FS 12 | FIRE SERVICE HYDRAULICS | 3 |
| FS 20 | FIRE APPARATUS AND EQUIPMENT | 3 |
| FS 30 | EMERGENCY SERVICES PHYSICAL FITNESS AND NUTRITION | 5.5 |
| FS 32 | PRE-ACADEMY FIRE, POLICE, AND EMS FITNESS AND NUTRITION | 3 |
| FS 33 | FIREFIGHTING, BASIC SKILLS AND TECHNIQUES | 3 |
| FS 40 | FIRE SERVICE SKILLS | 1-1.5 |
| FS 108 | FIRE FIGHTER SAFETY AND SURVIVAL | 3 |
| FS 110 | HAZARDOUS MATERIALS | 3 |
| FS 144 | BASIC WILDLAND FIREFIGHTING ACADEMY | 8 |
| FS 146 | ADVANCED WILDLAND FIREFIGHTING ACADEMY | 3 |
| FS 290 | FIRE SCIENCE COOPERATIVE WORK EXPERIENCE I | 2-4 |
| or FS 291 | FIRE SCIENCE COOPERATIVE WORK EXPERIENCE II | |
| or FS 292 | FIRE SCIENCE COOPERATIVE WORK EXPERIENCE III | |
| or FS 293 | FIRE SCIENCE COOPERATIVE WORK EXPERIENCE IV | |
To earn an associate degree, additional general education and graduation requirements must be completed.