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Get a comprehensive overview of fire science technology with this associate's degree program. You鈥檒l prepare for the fire department application process and for positions in industrial safety, fire prevention, insurance investigation, fire investigation, hazardous material spills and public education.
The program is applicable to both current firefighters and fire officers, as well as those individuals interested in entering the fire service field.
Take classes in fundamentals of fire and emergency services, fire behavior and combustion, fire prevention principles, firefighting strategies and tactics, hazardous materials, emergency services safety, building construction for fire protection and more.
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This 60 credit-hour program in fire science technology is designed to allow students to master fundamental principles in fire and emergency services, fire prevention principles, fire behavior, firefighting strategy and tactics, fire investigation, hazardous materials, as well as the basics of urban, rural, and wild-land firefighting. Many of the courses offered have course approval with the Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal. The program also provides current firefighters with the education needed to broaden their career paths. This degree program is recognized through Fire and Emergency Services Higher Education (FESHE), a network of the U.S. Fire Administration's National Fire Academy. Many fire departments now require an AAS degree in Fire Science Technology before the student is eligible for entry-level positions while other fire departments offer promotional and salary incentives to graduate.
| Number | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
First Semester | ||
| ENG 101 | 3 | |
| FIS 100 | 3 | |
| FIS 121 | 3 | |
| FIS 122 | 3 | |
| MGT 150 | 1 | 3 |
| Hours | 15 | |
Second Semester | ||
| FIS 104 | 3 | |
| FIS 106 | 1 | |
| FIS 107 | 2 | |
| SPE 101 | 3 | |
| PSY 101 | + | 3 |
| FIS electives | 3 | |
| Hours | 15 | |
Third Semester | ||
| FIS 212 | 3 | |
| FIS 260 | 3 | |
| FIS 270 | 3 | |
| BIO 260 | 3-4 | |
| NTR 101 | ||
| FIS electives | 3 | |
| Hours | 15-16 | |
Fourth Semester | ||
| FIS 103 | 3 | |
| FIS 132 | 3 | |
| FIS electives | 9 | |
| Hours | 15 | |
| Total Hours | 60-61 | |
The mathematics requirement for this degree can be met with听MGT听150听(Business Math) or Math Competency. See Math Competency options for information. Students who use Math Competency to meet the mathematics requirement must complete an additional three credit-hour AAS General Education elective. See full list of
This course meets the World Culture and Diversity graduation requirement.
For the Basic Operations Firefighter pathway, please select FIS听110, FIS听111, and FIS听112.
For the Emergency Medical Technician Basic pathway, please select EMS听111, EMS听112, and EMS听113.
| Number | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Select at least 15 credit hours from the following courses: | 18 | |
| FIS 102 | 3 | |
| FIS 110 | 1 | 4 |
| FIS 111 | 1 | 4 |
| FIS 112 | 1 | 4 |
| FIS 145 | 3 | |
| FIS 200 | 3 | |
| FIS 210 | 3 | |
| FIS 230 | 3 | |
| FIS 240 | 3 | |
| EMS 111 | 3 | |
| EMS 112 | 3 | |
| EMS 113 | 3 | |
| EMG 101 | 3 | |
| EMG 107 | 3 | |
| EMG 150 | 3 | |
| EMG 131 | 3 | |
| EMG 231 | 3 | |
FIS听110, FIS听111, FIS听112 and FIS听132 must be taken in sequence during one semester as part of the Basic Operations Firefighter (BOF) Certificate. Additionally, successful completion of FIS听106 and FIS听107 is required prior to enrolling in FIS听110.听
For more information about Fire Science Technology, contact Admission Outreach at 847.925.6700, or submit a request information form. You can also .