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Center for Curriculum and Transfer Articulation
Major: 3205
Effective Term: 2025 Fall   

Award: AAS
Total Credits: 82-92
CIP Code: 43.0203
Instructional Council: Emergency Medical Technology/Fire Science Technology
GPA: 2.00
SOC Code: Upon completion of this degree, students may pursue a career as:
33-2011.01 Municipal Firefighters


Description: The Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Fire Science provides the opportunity for individuals seeking careers in the fire service to acquire standard firefighting skills and prepare for state and/or national certifications, including the Firefighter I and II Certification. Students will gain broad knowledge and skills necessary to work effectively in the fire service as firefighters. A Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Firefighter Operations is also available.

Learning Outcomes
1. Apply the basic theories of fire behavior and methods of fire control and prevention in a variety of fire operations. (FSC102, FSC108, FSC110, FSC113, FSC118, FSC208, (CRE), [MA])
2. Demonstrate the appropriate and safe use of personal firefighting equipment and fire apparatus. (FSC101, FSC102, FSC110, FSC113, FSC117, FSC118, FSC134, FSC234, (CRE), (COM), [MA])
3. Demonstrate the knowledge of the professional and organizational structures, processes, and policies that guide fire departments. (EMT101, EMT104, EMT104AB, EMT104LL, FSC101, FSC102, FSC105, FSC108, FSC110, FSC113, FSC117, FSC118, FSC119, FSC208, FSC215, (CRE), (COM), [MA], [SB], [SG], [SQ])
4. Demonstrate physical tasks, proper tool selection, and knowledge of operating procedures in accordance with the standards of the profession. (EMT101, EMT104, EMT104AB, EMT104LL, FSC102, FSC105, FSC108, FSC110, FSC118, FSC130, FSC134, FSC174, FSC208, FSC234, (CRE), [MA])
5. Mitigate hazards to health and safety by assessing, planning and responding to emergency situations. (EMT101, EMT104, EMT104AB, EMT104LL, FSC102, FSC105, FSC110, FSC113, FSC174, FSC208, (CRE), (COM), [MA], [SG], [SQ])
6. Demonstrate the critical thinking, mental, and emotional skills needed to perform firefighting tasks and services. (EMT101, EMT104, EMT104AB, EMT104LL, FSC102, FSC105, FSC110, FSC117, FSC118, FSC130, FSC134, FSC174, FSC215, FSC234, (CRE), (COM), [FYC], [MA], [SB], [SG], [SQ])
7. Practice industry accepted professional and ethical behavior related to fire service. (EMT101, EMT104, EMT104AB, EMT104LL, FSC101, FSC102, FSC108, FSC110, FSC118, FSC119, FSC215, (CRE), (COM), [FYC], [SB], [HU])
8. Collaborate effectively with members of a team to achieve goals. (EMT101, EMT104, EMT104AB, EMT104LL, FSC101, FSC102, FSC110, FSC119, FSC174, FSC215, (CRE), (COM), [FYC], [HU], [SB], [SG], [SQ])
9. Communicate efficiently and effectively with members of diverse populations in a culturally responsive manner. (EMT101, EMT104, EMT104AB, EMT104LL, FSC101, FSC102, FSC108, FSC110, FSC119, FSC215, (CRE), (COM), [FYC], [HU], [SB])
10. Apply relevant knowledge, skills, and habits of mind to seek career opportunities in the field. (FYE101, FYE103)
Program Notes
Students must earn a grade of C or better in all courses within the program.

Consult with your faculty mentor or academic advisor to determine educational requirements, including possible university transfer options, for your chosen career field.
Prior Learning Assessment Credit (PLA) is available for the following:
Current Employment as a Firefighter
BLS
EMT
Fire I and II
Hazmat
Wildland Redcard
Required Courses
EMT101 Basic Life Support/Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) for Health Care Providers (0.5)
OR
Current validation in Basic Life Support (BLS) Health Care Provider/Professional Rescuer (0) AND
Credit By Evaluation or Prior Learning Assessment credit (0.5) 0.5

+ EMT104 Emergency Medical Technology (10) AND
+ EMT104AB Applied Practical Studies for Emergency Medical Technology (0.5) AND
+ EMT104LL Emergency Medical Technology Practicum (2)
OR
Prior Learning Assessment for Arizona State EMT Certification or Arizona State Paramedic Certification or equivalent (12.5) 12.5

FSC101 Introduction to Fire Service Selection and Entry (4) OR
Prior Learning Assessment for Current employment as a firefighter (4) 4

+ FSC102 Fire Department Operations (11) OR
Prior Learning Assessment for Firefighter I and II certifications or completion of a Regional Fire Academy (11) 11

FSC105 Hazardous Materials Awareness and Operations (3) OR
Prior Learning Assessment (3) for Hazardous Materials Awareness and Operations certification 3

FSC108 Fundamentals of Fire Prevention (3) OR
FSC110 Wildland Firefighter (3)
OR
Prior Learning Assessment for Wildland Red Card OR S-130 and S-190 Course Completion Certificate (3)
(FSC110 is recommended)

FSC113 Introduction to Fire Suppression 3
FSC117 Fire Apparatus 3
FSC118 Fire Hydraulics 3
FSC119 Introduction Fire Service Ethics 3

FSC130 Fitness for Firefighters/CPAT (1) OR
Prior Learning Assessment for CPAT completion or completion of a Regional Fire Academy (1) 1

FSC134 Fitness and Conditioning for Firefighters (3) OR
+ FSC234 Fitness and Wellness for Firefighter Candidates (3) OR
Prior Learning Assessment for completion of Regional Fire Academy (3) 3
(FSC234 is recommended for students who have already completed the Fire Academy equivalent of FSC102)

+ FSC174 Functions of Command 2
+ FSC208 Firefighter Safety and Building Construction 3
FSC215 Customer Service in the Public Sector 3

FYE101 Introduction to College, Career and Personal Success (1) OR
FYE103 Exploration of College, Career and Personal Success (3) 1-3
 Credits: 59-61

+ indicates course has prerequisites and/or corequisites.
++ indicates that any suffixed course may be selected.
MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date: December 10, 2024

All information published is subject to change without notice. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of information presented, but based on the dynamic nature of the curricular process, course and program information is subject to change in order to reflect the most current information available.