Fire Science Technology AAS

This program equips students with the knowledge and hands-on foundation needed for entry-level careers in fire protection, prevention, and public safety — or to pursue further study in the field.

Following the Fire and Emergency Services Higher Education (FESHE) Model Curriculum, this 100% online program prepares students for leadership roles in fire, EMS, and emergency preparedness agencies, as well as emerging opportunities in human resources, technology, and fiscal responsibility.

Through a comprehensive curriculum, students explore fire behavior, suppression techniques, combustible and hazardous materials, extinguishing agents, and fire command and management principles. Coursework also covers the design and operation of fire detection and alarm systems, building construction and fire protection features, wildland firefighting techniques, and fire service organization and prevention strategies.

Graduates leave the program prepared to apply their skills in fire safety, building construction, fire administration, hydraulics, and the legal dimensions of the fire service.

Program Outcomes

Students who complete the Fire Science Technology AAS will be able to:

• Describe the history and foundational principles of the fire service
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, colleagues, and the public
• Explain the principles of fire development, cause, and prevention
• Apply strategies for fire control using personnel, equipment, and extinguishing agents
• Use knowledge of building construction, fire protection systems, and prevention codes to promote safer occupancies
• Apply hydraulic principles and water-use theory to fire suppression operations

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