Fire Science, Associate of Applied Science
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Program Description
The fire science program will provide students with quality cognitive and psychomotor skills that will help prepare them to be a firefighter.
Program Outcomes
Students who successfully complete the Associate of Applied Science degree in Fire Science will:
- Demonstrate a basic knowledge of core content for each course completed and demonstrate practical applications based on the requirements set forth by NFPA 1001 “Standard on Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications”
- Communicate effectively using appropriate:
- Active Listening Skills
- Speaking Skills
- Writing Skills
- Demonstrate adequate problem solving and critical thinking skills
Career Considerations
The Fire Science program prepares students for entry-level jobs and future careers in firefighting, fire prevention, and fire education.
Program Course Requirements
First Year | ||
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First Term | Credits | |
EMS 151 | EMT Part 1 | 6 |
ES 101 | Principles-Emergency Services | 3 |
FRP 121A | Elementary Fire Science Part 1 | 4 |
FRP 123 | Hazardous Materials | 4 |
Credits | 17 | |
Second Term | ||
EMS 152 | EMT Part 2 | 6 |
FRP 121B | Elementary Fire Science Part 2 | 4 |
FRP 133 | Natural Cover Fire Protection | 3 |
FRP 230 | Fire Service Hydraulics | 4 |
Credits | 17 | |
Third Term | ||
FRP 132 | Fire Pump Const-Operation 1 | 3 |
FRP 280 | Fire Related Skills | 1 |
MTH 104 | Math Literacy (or higher) 2 | 4 |
WR 121Z | Composition I | 4 |
Credits | 12 | |
Fourth Term | ||
CH 104 | Intro to Chemistry I | 4 |
COM 218Z or PSY 101 |
Interpersonal Communication or Psychology of Human Relations |
3-4 |
FRP 280 | Fire Related Skills | 1 |
Credits | 8-9 | |
Second Year | ||
First Term | ||
FRP 111 | Bldg Constr-Fire Suppression | 3 |
FRP 122 | Fundamentals Fire Protection | 3 |
FRP 159 | Fire Behavior and Combustion | 3 |
FRP 280 | Fire Related Skills | 1 |
HPE 295 | Wellness-Hlth Assess | 3 |
Credits | 13 | |
Second Term | ||
ES 103 | Occupational Safety-Health | 2 |
FRP 101 | FF Safety and Survival | 3 |
FRP 202 | Fire Protection Systems | 3 |
FRP 213 | FF Tactics and Strategy 1 | 3 |
FRP 280 | Fire Related Skills | 1 |
Credits | 12 | |
Third Term | ||
ES 107 | Legal Aspects-Emergency Svcs | 2 |
ES 109 | Principles of FESA | 3 |
ES 113 | Emergency Medical Svcs Rescue | 3 |
FRP 212 | Fire Investigation | 3 |
FRP 280 | Fire Related Skills | 2 |
Credits | 13 | |
Total Minimum Credits | 92-93 |
- 1
Both FRP 132 and 213 can be taken without the pre-req if instructor permission is granted
- 2
MTH 095 or higher but recommended MTH 104 or higher
Advising Notes
- A grade of C or better must be attained in all courses or courses must be retaken
- There are no prerequisite classes to enter the fire science program. Please see an advisor for more details
Program Entrance Requirements
- Minimal requirement: Computer with broadband internet connectivity; Windows 7 or newer or MACOS 10.6 or newer. Video viewing and Zoom conferencing may be held at the discretion of the faculty.
- Pass a criminal background check. Students with a criminal record are strongly urged to research employability before entering the fire science program. Not have been convicted by any state or federal government of a crime, the punishment for which could have been imprisonment in a federal or state prison
- Be of good moral character as determined by a thorough background investigation
- Be capable of passing a series of basic physical agility tests
- Demonstrate appropriate skills in:
- Hydraulics;
- Leadership;
- Candidate Physical Ability Training
- Work effectively as a member of a firefighting team and lead in specific fire department-related business operations and public Information activities
- Demonstrate skills necessary for continued lifelong learning for improving personal and professional skills
- Demonstrate the cognitive and psychomotor skills to complete Oregon’s Department of Public Safety Standards and Training, Firefighter 1 Task Book and approved Firefighter’s 1 Skills Evaluation Sheets in addition to the National Fire Protection Association, Standard on Fire Fighter Professional Qualification