The Cisco College Fire Technology program offers an Associate in Applied Science degree, a Level II Certificate, and a Level I Certificate for individuals who are already working as firefighters. Students will learn the principles of science and engineering to study the causes, effects, and prevention of fire. In addition, fire technology encompasses hazardous materials and fire safety, protection, management, behavior, and investigation. Key skill areas in this field include quick and reliable decision-making, physical strength and stamina, effective communication, attention to detail, critical thinking, and courage.
Prerequisites
Basic Firefighter certification, volunteer firefighter, or experience in other areas of fire safety and prevention.
Strong GPA; courses taken and passed with a "C" or better are viewed favorably.
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| Degrees & Certifications | Program Length |
|---|---|
| Associate of Applied Science | Four semesters |
| Fire Technology Level II Certificate | Three semesters |
| Fire Technology Level I Certificate | Two semesters |
What Can This Program Do For You
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Potential Career Paths
- Firefighter
- EMT
- Paramedic
- Fire engineer
- Apparatus Operator
- Driver Engineer
- Fire Captain
- Fire Chief
- Forest Ranger
- Forestry Technician
- Engine Boss
- Wildland Firefighter
- Forestry Crew Chief
- Handcrew Chief
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Salary Information
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Fire Technology Associate of Applied Science Degree Plan
First Semester Second Semester FIRT 1353 Legal Aspects of Fire Protection 3 FIRT 1307 Fire Prevention Codes & Inc. 3 FIRT 1327 Building Const. in Fire Science 3 FIRT 1338 Fire Protection Systems 3 FIRT 1333 Fire Chemistry I 3 FIRT 1342 Fire Office 3 FIRT 1309 Fire Administration I 3 FIRT 2309 Fire Fighting Strat. & Tactics 3 Language, Philosophy & Culture Elective* 3 CHEM 1405 or BIOL 2401 or MATH 1314 3(4) TOTAL 15 TOTAL 15 (16) Third Semester Fourth Semester FIRT 2305 Fire Instructor I 3 FIRS 234 Drive/ Operator 3 ENGL 1301 Composition I 3 FIRT 1315 Hazardous Materials I 3 PSYC 2301 General Psychology 3 FIRT 1319 Health & Safety 3 BMGT 2305 Advanced Communications 3 SPCH 1315 or SPCH 1321 3 Fire Technology Approved Elective 3 Fire Technology Approved Elective 3 TOTAL 15 TOTAL 15 TOTAL DEGREE HOURS 60 (61) *See core curriculum course options
Some students may need preparatory courses in English, Reading, or Math. Courses numbered below 1000 will not apply toward a certificate or degree.
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Fire Technology Level II Certificate Plan
First Semester Second Semester FIRT 1307 Fire Prevention Codes & Ins. 3 FIRT 1319 Health & Safety 3 FIRT 1327 Building Const. in Fire Science 3 FIRT 2305 Fire Instructor 3 FIRT 1338 Fire Protection Systems 3 FIRT 1333 Fire Chemistry I 3 FIRT 1309 Fire Administration I 3 FIRT 2309 Fire Fighting Strat. & Tractics 3 FIRT 1342 Fire Officer I 3 Fire Technology Approved Elective** 3 TOTAL 15 TOTAL 15 Third Semester FIRT 1353 Legal Aspects of Fire Protection 3 FIRT 1315 Hazardous Material I 3 FIRT 2344 Driver/Operator 3 BMGT 2305 Advanced Communications 3 Fire Technology Approved Elective** 3 TOTAL 15 TOTAL CERTIFICATE HOURS 45 A student receiving a Level I or Level II certificate must complete the Capstone Requirements.
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Fire Technology Level I Certificate Plan
First Semester Second Semester FIRT 1307 Fire Prevention Codes & Ins. 3 FIRT 1333 Fire Chemistry 3 FIRT 1309 Fire Administration I 3 FIRT 1338 Fire Protection Systems 3 FIRT 1327 Building Const. in Fire Science 3 FIRT 2309 Fire Fighting Strat. & Tactics 3 FIRT 1342 Fire Officer 3 TOTAL 12 TOTAL 9 TOTAL CERTIFICATE HOURS 21 A student receiving a Level I or Level II certificate must complete the Capstone Requirements.
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