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:

Demonstrate the knowledge and skills required to obtain certification in hazardous materials emergency response.
Demonstrate the knowledge and skills required to obtain the Firefighter I and II Certification form the State of Arizona through a rigorous testing process.
Demonstrate an understanding of the practical application of fire service knowledge and skills in the work environment.
Demonstrate an understanding of the practical application of basic emergency medical skills.
Identify and effectively operate apparatus, equipment, and tools essential for successful fire department operations.
Analyze ethical situations applicable to the fire science workplace.

Degree Map

GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS 18-19 CREDITS

Composition 6 credits

ENG 101	Composition**	3
	OR
ENG 101L	Composition with Support Lab*	3
ENG 102	English Composition**	3

Mathematics 3-4 credits

MAT 142	College Mathematics***	3
	OR
MAT 142L	College Mathematics with Support Lab*	3
	or higher (3-4 credits)

Liberal Arts 6 credits

	Liberal arts	3
	AND
COM 102	Essentials of Communication**	3

Technology Literacy 3 credits

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

CORE CURRICULUM 30 CREDITS

Courses

BUS 143	Principles of Management*	3
EMT 174	Emergency Medical Technician*	9
FST 110	Firefighter I*	6
FST 111	Firefighter II*	6
FST 115	Fire Service Apparatus Driver/Operator*	3
FST 224	Field Experience in Fire Science Technology	3

*EMT 174 or FST 110/FST 111 may be taken in any order as these courses are not prerequisite courses to each other. Note: Students taking the EMT course for state or national certification must be 18 within six months of course completion. Credit for FST 224 may be granted upon confirmation of one year of work experience as a firefighter.