Fire Science, A.A.S.

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The Associate of Applied Science in Fire Science is for students who expect to further his or her career in the fire service or related fields. The Fire Science program offers students command development and continuing education courses.

Note: A “C” or better is required in all classes. Completion of all three Fire Science Certificates and the General Education credits is required for the Associate of Applied Science Degree.

AAS General Education Credits

See the AAS General Education Core Requirements section of this catalog for details.

Special Requirements

ENG 101 - English Composition I Credits: 3
ENG 102 - English Composition II Credits: 3
MAT 151 - College Algebra Credits: 4

Choose one (1) below or higher level

BIO 100 - Biology Concepts Credits: 4
CHM 130 - Fundamental Chemistry Credits: 4
PHY 107 - Conceptual Physics Credits: 4

Global Awareness Course: 3-4

Technology Course: 3

Total General Education Credits: 19-20

Program Requirements

FSC 105 - Principles of Emergency Services Credits: 3
FSC 110 - Fire Fighter Academy Credits: 10
FSC 120 - Fire Behavior and Combustion Credits: 3
FSC 220 - Occupational Safety and Health for the Fire Service Credits: 3
FSC 131 - Fire Protection Hydraulics and Water Supply Credits: 4
FSC 133 - Fire Prevention Credits: 3
FSC 233 - Building Construction for Fire Protection Credits: 3
FSC 235 - Fire Strategy/Tactics Credits: 3
FSC 221 - Fire Administration I Credits: 3
FSC 222 - Fire Protection Systems Credits: 3
FSC 223 - Legal Aspects of the Fire Service Credits: 3
FSC 242 - Fire Investigation I Credits: 3