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:

  1. 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.”
  2. Communicate effectively using appropriate: Active Listening Skills, Speaking Skills, and Writing Skills.
  3. 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

Plan of Study Grid
First Year
First TermCredits
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
 Credits17
Second Term
EMS 152 EMT Part 2 6
ES 103 Occupational Safety-Health 2
FRP 121B Elementary Fire Science Part 2 4
FRP 159 Fire Behavior and Combustion 3
 Credits15
Third Term
COM 218Z
or PSY 101
 Interpersonal Communication (Human Relations Option)
or Psychology of Human Relations
 4
FRP 122 Fundamentals Fire Protection 3
FRP 133 Natural Cover Fire Protection 3
FRP 280 Fire Related Skills 1
WR 115 Intro to Expos Writing (or higher) 4
 Credits15
Second Year
First Term
CH 104 Intro to Chemistry I 4
HPE 295 Wellness-Hlth Assess 3
FRP 101 FF Safety and Survival 3
FRP 111 Bldg Constr-Fire Suppression 3
FRP 280 Fire Related Skills 1
 Credits14
Second Term
ES 107 Legal Aspects-Emergency Svcs 2
ES 115 Emergency Vehicle Operator 3
FRP 202 Fire Protection Systems 3
FRP 213 FF Tactics and Strategy 3
FRP 280 Fire Related Skills 1
MTH 102 Math for the Trades (or higher) 4
 Credits16
Third Term
ES 109 Principles of FESA 3
ES 113 Emergency Medical Svcs Rescue 3
FRP 164 NFPA Fire Instructor 1 2
FRP 212 Fire Investigation 3
FRP 230 Fire Service Hydraulics 4
FRP 280 Fire Related Skills 1
 Credits16
 Total Minimum Credits93

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:
    1. Hydraulics;
    2. Leadership;
    3. 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