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Semester By Semester Degree Pathway

Fire Science - AAS

An Associates of Applied Science Degree emphasizes preparation in the applied arts and sciences for careers, typically at the technical or semi-professional level. This degree totals 63.5 credits. Consult with an advisor for more information. Not all courses are offered each semester.

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Suggested Semester By Semester Degree Pathway


Semester 1 - Fall

Required Courses


Course ID
Course Title
Credits
Notes

FS106
Basic Vehicle Extrication
1.00
Fall Spring Summer
Fall Spring Summer

FS110
Firefighter I
5.00
Fall Spring Summer
Fall Spring Summer

FS113
Firefighter II
4.00
Fall Spring Summer
Fall Spring Summer

FS150
Hazardous Materials Operations for First Responder
3.00
Fall Spring Summer
Fall Spring Summer

FS151
Fireground Operations
1.00
Fall Spring Summer
Fall Spring Summer

Electives


Total Credit Hours
17.00
Semester 2 - Spring

Required Courses


Course ID
Course Title
Credits
Notes

EM110
Emergency Medical Technician
10.00
Fall Spring Summer
Fall Spring Summer

Electives


Total Credit Hours
13.00
Semester 3 - Fall

Required Courses


Course ID
Course Title
Credits
Notes

FS120
Wildland Firefighter Type II
3.00
Fall Spring
Fall Spring

Electives


Total Credit Hours
13.00
Semester 4 - Spring

Required Courses


Course ID
Course Title
Credits
Notes

FS130
Introduction to Fire Ground Strategy and Tactics
3.00
Fall Spring Summer
Fall Spring Summer

FS175
Intro. to Fire & Emergency Services Administration
3.00
Fall Spring Summer
Fall Spring Summer

FS203
Fire Hydraulics
3.00
Fall Spring Summer
Fall Spring Summer

Electives


Total Credit Hours
24.00

Year 1 total:
30.00
Year 2 total:
37.00
Program Total Credit Hours:
67.00

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