The fire science program educates students in the science of fire prevention and control by emphasizing the development of their knowledge and understanding of fire safety, causes, and suppression. Students are prepared for positions as a full-time or volunteer firefighter; industrial safety team member; or employee of an insurance company, government agency, or inspection service. The program is designed to serve those who are presently employed by or active in a fire service organization or working with a volunteer fire department as well as those who are new to the field. Students with related experience can apply for program credit through the University’s prior learning assessment program.
The fire safety program includes classes taught by experienced firefighters from local departments. Some courses are offered through distance learning options.
Suggested Sequence
First Semester
CHEM 100 Basic Chemistry 3
ENGL 101 English Composition I 3
FSCI 101 Firefighting Skills I 3
MATH 102 Beginning Algebra 3
Computer proficiency elective 3
Humanities/fine arts elective 3
Total 18
Second Semester
BIOL 100 Biology for Non-science Mjrs 3
ENGL 102 English Composition II 3
FSCI 102 Firefighting Skills II 3
FSCI 200 First Aid & CPR for Firefighters 3
FSCI 230 Hazardous Mtls for Firefighters 3
FSCI 240 Vehicle Extraction 3
Total 18
Third Semester
ENGL 220 Technical Writing or
COMM 204 Intro to Speech Comm 3
FSCI 250 Driver Pump Operator 3
FSCI 260 Arson Investigation 3
Fire science electives 6
Total 15
Fourth Semester
FSCI 270 Incident Command Skills 3
FSCI 280 Firefighter Leadership 3
FSCI 290 Tactical Operations 3
Fire science electives 6
Total 15
Degree total 66
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