Program Information
A.S. Degree - Code 2056 - Catalog 2017/2018
David McCallister, Assistant Chair, 386-506-4177, David.Mccallister@daytonastate.edu
Louie Mercer, Director, 386-506-4201, Louie.Mercer@daytonastate.edu
Program Mission, Description, and Outcomes
Mission:
The mission of the Fire Science Technology program is to provide students the knowledge, skills, and practices necessary for a successful career in the fire service, emphasizing student success and embracing excellence and diversity.
Description:
This program is designed for students interested in the fire service, and for promotion purposes for students employed in the fire service. Students take a balance of general education and fire science courses covering fire service organization, strategy and tactics, fire codes, and alarm and extinguishing systems. As certain classes are completed, students may apply to take state certification exams which may lead to advancement within the fire service.
The Fire Science Technology degree program is certified through the Florida State Fire College.
Outcomes:
Graduates of the program will be able to:
- Exhibit effective communication within the Fire Science profession
- Demonstrate professional behaviors consistent with the expectations for the Fire Science profession
- Demonstrate safe practices within the Fire Science profession
Note: This program is eligible for federal financial aid and state bright futures.
General Education Courses
General Education Core - 19 Credits
Communication Core (6 credits)
| ENC1101 | Introduction to Composition | 3 |
| SPC2608 | Oral Communications/Research/Presentation Skills | 3 |
Mathematics Core (3 credits)
Natural Sciences Core (4 credits)
| BSC1005 | Survey of Biological Sciences (For Non-Science Majors) | 3 |
| BSC1005L | Survey of Biological Science (For Non-Science Majors) Lab | 1 |
Social Sciences Core (3 credits)
Humanities Core (3 credits)
Choose One Course
Note: Prior to enrollment in college-level English or math courses, some students may be advised to complete college preparatory/developmental course work. See an Academic Advisor to determine developmental course requirements.
Program Specific Courses
| CGS2100 | Microcomputer Applications | 3 |
| FFP1510 | Construction Codes and Material Rating | 3 |
| FFP1520 | Fire Prevention Programs | 3 |
| FFP1799 | Time Management for Fire Service | 1 |
| FFP1810 | Firefighting Strategy and Tactics I | 3 |
| FFP2120 | Building Construction | 3 |
| FFP2540 | Private Fire Protection Systems | 3 |
| FFP2720 | Fire Department Leadership | 3 |
| FFP2740 | Fire Service Instructor | 3 |
| FFP2811 | Firefighting Strategy and Tactics II | 3 |
| FFP2949 | Cooperative Education Experience in Fire Science | 1 |
| Fire Science Elective | 3 |
| Fire Science Elective | 3 |
| Fire Science Elective | 3 |
| Fire Science Elective | 3 |
Electives - Choose Four:
| EMS1119C | Emergency Medical Technician I and Lab | 10 |
| FFP1700 | Management of Municipal Fire Protection | 3 |
| FFP2111 | Fire Chemistry | 3 |
| FFP2401 | Hazardous Materials I | 3 |
| FFP2402 | Hazardous Materials II | 3 |
| FFP2521 | Blueprint Reading and Plans Evaluation | 3 |
| FFP2604 | Fire Detection and Investigation | 3 |
| FFP2706 | Public Information Officer | 3 |
| FFP2741 | Fire Service Course Design | 3 |
| FFP2770 | Ethical and Legal Issues for the Fire Service | 3 |
| FFP2801 | Introduction to Command | 3 |
Sample Program of Study
Year 1
1st Semester
| ENC1101 | Introduction to Composition | 3 |
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| MGF2106 | Survey in Mathematics | 3 |
| OR | |
| MAC1105 | College Algebra | 3 |
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| FFP1510 | Construction Codes and Material Rating | 3 |
| FFP1810 | Firefighting Strategy and Tactics I | 3 |
| FFP2811 | Firefighting Strategy and Tactics II | 3 |
2nd Semester
| SPC2608 | Oral Communications/Research/Presentation Skills | 3 |
| PSY1012 | General Psychology | 3 |
| CGS2100 | Microcomputer Applications | 3 |
| FFP1520 | Fire Prevention Programs | 3 |
| FFP2120 | Building Construction | 3 |
Year 2
1st Semester
| Humanities Core | 3 |
| BSC1005 | Survey of Biological Sciences (For Non-Science Majors) | 3 |
| BSC1005L | Survey of Biological Science (For Non-Science Majors) Lab | 1 |
| FFP2720 | Fire Department Leadership | 3 |
| Fire Science Elective | 3 |
| Fire Science Elective | 3 |
2nd Semester
| FFP1799 | Time Management for Fire Service | 1 |
| FFP2540 | Private Fire Protection Systems | 3 |
| FFP2740 | Fire Service Instructor | 3 |
| FFP2949 | Cooperative Education Experience in Fire Science | 1 |
| Fire Science Elective | 3 |
| Fire Science Elective | 3 |
Total Credit Hours: 60