Associate in Science - Fire Science Technology
Previous Degree Required: HS Diploma
Eligible for Financial Aid: Yes
Delivery Method(s): On-Campus, Hybrid
Location(s): Palm Bay
Additional Limited Access Application Process Required: No
Program Testing Requirements: Assessment in Reading, Writing, and Math
Academic Community: PBSA
Program Code: FRAS
Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP) Code: 43.0201
Florida Department of Education CIP Code: 1743020112
Students learn the theory of fire science as well as practical application. Courses are also utilized to qualify fire personnel for career advancement.
Entrance recommendations:
- High School graduate or academic equivalent
- Interest and aptitude in the firefighting field
- Florida Minimum Standards Certificate of Compliance.
Credit may also be received for courses through credit by exam.
Students who possess a State of Florida Firefighter Minimum Standards Certificate of Compliance may request a credit for FFP 1000 Introduction to Fire Science.
Refer to the Associate in Science Degree Programs overview to find information about admission, graduation, general education and other requirements. Students who need technical electives will work with a bachelor’s advisor to determine the courses best suited to their plan of study.
Visit the program page for information or call (321) 433-5707.
Program Requirements
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| General Education Courses | ||
| ENC 1101 | Composition 1 | 3 |
| Humanities Core Requirement | 3 | |
| Mathematics Core Requirement | 3 | |
| Natural Science Core Requirement | 3 | |
| Social/Behavioral Science/Core-Civic Literacy Requirement | 3 | |
| Major Courses | ||
| FFP 1000 | Introduction to Fire Science | 3 |
| FFP 1109 | Fire Department Occupational Safety and Health | 3 |
| FFP 1810 | Firefighting Tactics and Strategy 1 | 3 |
| FFP 2111 | Fire Chemistry | 3 |
| FFP 2120 | Building Construction and Codes | 3 |
| FFP 2505 | Fundamentals of Fire Prevention | 3 |
| FFP 2540 | Fire Protection Systems and Extinguishing Agents | 3 |
| FFP 2610 | Origin and Cause | 3 |
| FFP 2720 | Company Officer Leadership | 3 |
| FFP 2770 | Ethical and Legal Issues for the Fire Service | 3 |
| Technical Electives | ||
| Select 15 credits from the following: | 15 | |
| Marine Fire Fighting for Land-Based Firefighters | ||
| Fire Service Hydraulics | ||
| Aerial Operations | ||
| Fire Apparatus Operator | ||
| Fire Protection Codes and Standards | ||
| Plans Exam and Blueprint Reading | ||
| Fire Service Instructor | ||
| Fire Service Course Design | ||
| Fire Fighting Tactics and Strategy 2 | ||
| Total Credit Hours | 60 | |
- Satisfy the civic literacy competency requirement
A grade of "C" or higher is necessary in each major course for progression and graduation.
- These courses satisfy the curriculum required by the Bureau of Fire Standards and Training for the Fire Officer 1 Certification Examination:
Course List Code Title Credit Hours FFP 1810 Firefighting Tactics and Strategy 1 3 FFP 2120 Building Construction and Codes 3 FFP 2720 Company Officer Leadership 3 FFP 2740 Fire Service Instructor 3
- These courses satisfy the curriculum required by the Bureau of Fire Standards and Training for the Fire Officer 2 Certification Examination:
Course List Code Title Credit Hours FFP 2540 Fire Protection Systems and Extinguishing Agents 3 FFP 2741 Fire Service Course Design 3 FFP 2770 Ethical and Legal Issues for the Fire Service 3 FFP 2811 Fire Fighting Tactics and Strategy 2 3
- These courses satisfy the curriculum required by the Bureau of Fire Standards and Training for the Pump Operator Certification Examination:
Course List Code Title Credit Hours FFP 1301 Fire Service Hydraulics 3 FFP 2302 Fire Apparatus Operator 3
- These courses satisfy the curriculum required by the Bureau of Fire Standards and Training for the Fire Inspector Certification Examination:
Course List Code Title Credit Hours FFP 2120 Building Construction and Codes 3 FFP 2505 Fundamentals of Fire Prevention 3 FFP 2510 Fire Protection Codes and Standards 3 FFP 2521 Plans Exam and Blueprint Reading 3 FFP 2540 Fire Protection Systems and Extinguishing Agents 3
Must also satisfy Florida Statute 633.216. - Fire Officer 1 and Fire Officer 2 may have additional course and testing requirements. Contact the Fire Science Office at (321) 433-5707.
Course Sequence
The following sequence is recommended. However, courses may not be offered in this order, so it is important that you work with an advisor to plan your schedule based on your specific needs.
| Term 1 | Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| ENC 1101 | Composition 1 | 3 |
| FFP 1000 | Introduction to Fire Science | 3 |
| FFP 1109 | Fire Department Occupational Safety and Health | 3 |
| Mathematics Core Requirement | 3 | |
| Credit Hours | 12 | |
| Term 2 | ||
| FFP 1810 | Firefighting Tactics and Strategy 1 | 3 |
| FFP 2111 | Fire Chemistry | 3 |
| Humanities Core Requirement | 3 | |
| Social/Behavioral Science/Core-Civic Literacy Requirement | 3 | |
| Credit Hours | 12 | |
| Term 3 | ||
| FFP 2505 | Fundamentals of Fire Prevention | 3 |
| Natural Science Core Requirement | 3 | |
| Credit Hours | 6 | |
| Term 4 | ||
| FFP 2120 | Building Construction and Codes | 3 |
| Technical Electives 1 | 9 | |
| Credit Hours | 12 | |
| Term 5 | ||
| FFP 2610 | Origin and Cause | 3 |
| FFP 2720 | Company Officer Leadership | 3 |
| Technical Elective 1 | 6 | |
| Credit Hours | 12 | |
| Term 6 | ||
| FFP 2540 | Fire Protection Systems and Extinguishing Agents | 3 |
| FFP 2770 | Ethical and Legal Issues for the Fire Service | 3 |
| Credit Hours | 6 | |
| Total Credit Hours | 60 | |
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Select 15 Credits from the Technical Electives on the Program of Study tab.
Learning Outcomes
- Examine the history, current trends and function of the fire service
- Supports Core Ability: Process Information
- Interpret fire prevention and inspection practices
- Supports Core Ability: Process Information
- Examine the manner in which a company officer effectively leads a group of firefighters
- Supports Core Ability: Think Critically and Solve Problems
- Examine the manner in which Ethical and Legal Issues are managed
- Supports Core Ability: Model Ethical and Civic Responsibility
- Explore basic concepts of occupational health and safety as it relates to emergency service organizations
- Supports Core Ability: Process Information
- Demonstrate the use of firefighting tactics and strategies
- Supports Core Ability: Think Critically and Solve Problems