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

The Fire Science Technology Associate of Applied Science degree teaches the complete set of skills needed in today’s changing fire service. Through coursework in fire and emergency services, students learn to plan for, respond to, and mitigate various emergency situations. The degree program emphasizes career advancement.

Learning Outcomes

Students who successfully complete this program will be able to do the following:

  • Evaluate and apply current and emerging concepts and practices in Fire and Emergency Services.
  • Identify and effectively operate apparatus, equipment, and tools essential for successful fire department operations.
  • Apply effective communication while utilizing Incident Command/Incident Management skills to manage emergency incidents.
  • Identify construction systems and components that impact firefighter safety.
  • Analyze ethical situations applicable to the fire science workplace.
  • Demonstrate the knowledge and skills required to obtain the Firefighter I and II Certification form the State of Arizona through a rigorous testing process.

Degree Map

GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS 18-19 CREDITS

Composition 6 credits

ENG 101CompositionSUN courseThis course may be offered online

3

OR

ENG 101LComposition with Support LabThis course may be offered online

3

ENG 102English CompositionSUN courseThis course may be offered online

3

Mathematics 3-4 credits

MAT 132Applied MathematicsThis course may be offered onlineThis course has laboratory or studio fees

3

OR

MAT 132LApplied Mathematics with Support LabThis course has laboratory or studio fees

3

or higher (3-4 credits)

Liberal Arts 6 credits

Liberal arts

3

AND

COM 102Essentials of CommunicationSUN courseThis course may be offered online

3

Technology Literacy 3 credits

CIS 116Computer EssentialsThis course may be offered online

3

OR

CIS 120Introduction to Information SystemsSUN courseThis course may be offered online

3

CORE CURRICULUM 30 CREDITS

Courses

BUS 143Principles of ManagementThis course may be offered online

3

EMT 174Emergency Medical TechnicianThis course has laboratory or studio fees

9

FST 107Introduction to Fire and Emergency ServicesThis course has laboratory or studio fees

4

FST 108Fire Operations IThis course has laboratory or studio fees

4

FST 109Fire Operations IIThis course has laboratory or studio fees

4

FST 115Fire Service Apparatus Driver/OperatorThis course has laboratory or studio fees

3

FST 224Field Experience in Fire Science Technology

3

ELECTIVES (AS NEEDED TO COMPLETE THE DEGREE)

TOTAL DEGREE REQUIREMENTS 60-61 CREDITS