Fire Science - Certificate of Achievement
Plan Code: 3805
This Certificate of Achievement will prepare students for entry to a fire academy and for an entry-level position in private and public fire-related occupations.
Program Student Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate an understanding and ability to recognize and apply preventive and proactive measures in fire protection.
Program Requirements
| Code Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| REQUIRED COURSES | ||
| FIRE 1 | Fire Protection Organization | 3 |
| FIRE 2 | Fire Prevention Technology | 3 |
| FIRE 3 | Fire Protection Equipment and Systems | 3 |
| FIRE 4 | Building Construction | 3 |
| FIRE 5 | Fire Behavior and Combustion | 3 |
| Subtotal Units | 15 | |
| IN ADDITION, complete NINE (9) units from the following: | ||
| Emergency Medical Technician (4) | ||
| Emergency Medical Technician Laboratory (2) | ||
| Fire Hydraulics (3) | ||
| Hazardous Materials 1 (3) | ||
| Introduction to Fire Tactics & Strategy (3) | ||
| Intro to Fire Company Administration (3) | ||
| Rescue Practices (3) | ||
| Fire Apparatus and Equipment (3) | ||
| Hazardous Materials 2 (3) | ||
| Fundamentals of Fire Safety (3) | ||
| Firefighter I Physical Agility (0.5) | ||
| Introduction to Public Administration (3) | ||
| Subtotal Units | 9 | |
| Total Units | 24 | |