Program Description: The Fire Science Associate of Applied Science degree program is a sequence of courses designed to prepare fire service personnel at all levels to become better officers and leaders. The program provides learning opportunities which introduce, develop, and reinforce academic and occupational knowledge, skills, and attitudes required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. Additionally, the program provides opportunities to retrain and upgrade present knowledge and skills. Completion of the program of study leads to an AAS degree in Fire Science.
Admission Requirements:
- Must be 16 years of age
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High School Diploma or GED prior to admission. (Official transcripts or GED scores must be submitted from all colleges and/or high schools attended for credit).
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Achievement of minimum program admission scores in Reading, English, and Math from COMPASS testing.
- Transfer of previous postsecondary credits will be determined by the registrar.
Minimum Test Scores: [COMPASS]
Reading
79
English
62
Mathematics
N/A
Algebra
37
General Core Courses
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Course Number |
Course Name |
Hours |
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15 |
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Total Core Hours |
15 |
Occupational Core:
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Course Number |
Course Name |
Hours |
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Introduction of computers |
3 |
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FRSC1100 |
Introduction to Fire Service |
3 |
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FRSC1110 |
Fire Administration - Supervision and Leadership |
3 |
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FRSC1121 |
Firefighting Strategy and Tactics |
3 |
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FRSC1132 |
Fire Service Instructor |
4 |
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FRSC1141 |
Hazardous Materials Operations |
4 |
|
FRSC1151 |
Fire Prevention and Inspection |
4 |
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FRSC1161 |
Fire Service Safety and Loss Control |
3 |
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FRSC2100 |
Fire Administration - Management |
3 |
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FRSC2110 |
Fire Service Hydraulics |
3 |
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FRSC2120 |
Fire Protection Systems |
3 |
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FRSC2130 |
Fire Service Building Construction |
3 |
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FRSC2141 |
Incident Command |
4 |
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FRSC2170 |
Fire and Arson Investigation |
4 |
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Total Credit Hours: |
62 |
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Program Length: 6 Semesters |
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