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Fire Science Technology - Associate of Applied Science (Major Code - FST)

The Fire Science Technology Associate of Applied Science degree prepares students for a career in the fire service. Coursework covers safety, fitness, wildland firefighting, fire rescue and hazmat operations, ladder and hose procedures, fire service apparatus, and emergency medical and support services. Students acquire field experience in fire science technology. Emphasis is on applied learning.

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GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS 18-19 CREDITS

Composition 6 credits

ENG 101Composition**

3
ENG 102English Composition**

3

Mathematics 3-4 credits

MAT 132Applied Mathematics*

3
or higher (3-4 credits)

Liberal Arts 6 credits

Technology Literacy 3 credits

CIS 116Computer Essentials*

3
OR
CIS 120Introduction to Information Systems**

3

CORE CURRICULUM 37-39 CREDITS

EMT 174Emergency Medical Technician*

8
FST 101Firefighter Safety and Entry-Level Operations*

6
FST 102Firefighter Rescue Operations*

4
FST 103Firefighter Procedures*

4
FST 104Fire Support Services*

4
FST 113Firefighter Fitness I

3
FST 114Firefighter Fitness II

3
FST 115Fire Service Apparatus Driver/Operator*

3
FST 224Field Experience in Fire Science Technology

2-4

ELECTIVES (AS NEEDED TO COMPLETE 64 CREDITS)

TOTAL DEGREE REQUIREMENTS 64 CREDITS