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Purpose:
The major in Fire Science Technology has been designed for students desiring
to advance in the fire protective service occupations and to acquire a knowledge
in fire protection fundamentals useful in related occupations. With the
increasing complexity of modern technology in the fire protection field,
it is necessary for fire protection personnel to acquire specialized knowledge
and problem-solving skills to meet the challenge of a changing society.
Occupational Objectives:
Firefighter, Fire Officer, Fire Protection Specialist, Fire/Emergency Instructor,
Fire or Building Inspector, Fire Investigator, Rescue Service, Emergency
Medical Service, Hazardous Materials Services, Emergency Manager, Occupational
or Industrial Safety and Risk Management, and related occupations
Admission Requirements:
General college curricular admission
Program Notes:
The purpose of the Associate of Applied
Science (AAS) degree curriculum is to prepare students for immediate employment
upon graduation. Four-year college and university transfer opportunities
for AAS degrees, if existing, are usually very specific in nature.
JSRCC has formal transfer articulation agreements with four-year institutions
that enable graduates who qualify to transfer courses completed in the AAS
degree. These transfer articulation agreements are subject to change
or expiration. In addition, students may substitute some courses
in the AAS degree curriculum with courses that typically transfer to senior
institutions. Students interested in transferring in general or transferring
under a formal transfer articulation agreement should consult their faculty
advisor upon program entry for further guidance.
There are no physical requirements such
as height, weight, eyesight, and physical dexterity; however, the student
should understand that there may be some requirements for employment in fire or rescue service agencies.
Computer Competency Requirement:
Students in this program will meet the college’s computer competency requirement
by successfully completing
ITE 115. Students can also meet this requirement
by passing the college’s computer competency exam, administered in the testing
centers on each campus, in which case they will receive college credit for
ITE 115. Students not passing the
computer competency exam may retake the exam only once.
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