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. Emphasis is on career advancement.

Learning Outcomes

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

Demonstrate the knowledge and skills required to obtain certification in basic wildland firefighting, hazardous materials emergency response, and first aid and CPR.
Demonstrate an understanding of fire behavior; and demonstrate abilities in basic firefighter orientation, fitness, and safety, as well as in building construction, rescue, extrication, and basic extinguishment methods.
Demonstrate entry-level firefighter skills required in ladder applications and in basic fire hose techniques and applications.
Demonstrate an understanding of fire detection and sprinkler systems, basic causes and origins of fire, and fire education practices.
Demonstrate the knowledge and skills required to obtain the Firefighter I and II Certification from the state of Arizona through a rigorous testing process.

Degree Map

GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS 18-19 CREDITS

Composition 6 credits

ENG 101	Composition**	3
ENG 102	English Composition**	3

Mathematics 3-4 credits

MAT 132	Applied Mathematics*	3
	or higher (3-4 credits)

Liberal Arts 6 credits

COM 102	Essentials of Communication*	3
	Liberal arts	3

Technology Literacy 3 credits

CIS 116	Computer Essentials*	3
	OR
CIS 120	Introduction to Information Systems**	3

CORE CURRICULUM 35 CREDITS

BUS 143	Principles of Management*	3
EMT 174	Emergency Medical Technician*	8
FST 107	Introduction to Fire and Emergency Services*	4
FST 108	Fire Operations I*	4
FST 109	Fire Operations II*	4
FST 113	Firefighter Fitness I	3
FST 114	Firefighter Fitness II	3
FST 115	Fire Service Apparatus Driver/Operator*	3
FST 224	Field Experience in Fire Science Technology	3

ELECTIVES (AS NEEDED TO COMPLETE 64 CREDITS)

Note:
Students must complete EMT 174 with a grade of B or better. To prepare for state or national certification, students must 1) complete EMT 174 with a grade of B or better, 2) pass final exams with a grade of B or better, 3) document ten (10) patient contacts in the field, and 4) be 18 within six months of program completion.