Fire Science, Associate
Program Description
The associate degree in fire science prepares you for entry-level positions with fire departments and some government agencies. You may also be eligible for Michigan Firefighter Certification through the Michigan Firefighters Training Council (MFFTC). Students in this program will have the opportunity to experience a “hands-on” approach by practicing with up-to-date equipment and experiencing live fire training in the burn training center located adjacent to campus. This degree is also compatible with the bachelor of science degrees in fire science and public safety.
Program Learning Outcomes
- Formal Communication (FC): Graduates of the Criminal Justice and Emergency Responders Programs will be able to communicate effectively at a professional level, both orally and in writing.
- Use of Evidence (UE): Graduates of the Criminal Justice and Emergency Responders Programs will complete a Senior research project that demonstrates professional level inquiry, analysis, and presentation of a relevant issue in the field of criminal justice.
- Analysis and Synthesis (AS): Graduates of the Criminal Justice and Emergency Responders programs will demonstrate professional level critical thinking and problem solving skills.
- Professional Responsibility (PR): Graduates of the Criminal Justice and Emergency Responders programs will demonstrate professional responsibility in teamwork, civic engagement, intercultural knowledge and competence, ethical reasoning, and practical applications of those responsibilities while interning in a professional setting, student projects, and group work.
- Intercultural Competency (IC): Graduates of the Criminal Justice and Emergency Responders programs will demonstrate knowledge of, and interact effectively with members of groups whose identities, beliefs, behaviors, and values differ from their own.
Degree Requirements
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Major Requirements | ||
| CJUS 341 | Fire Cause/Arson Investigation | 3 |
| FIRE 101 | Introduction to Fire Science | 3 |
| FIRE 111 | Hazardous Materials | 3 |
| FIRE 201 | Fire Protection Const Concepts | 3 |
| FIRE 204 | Fire Protectn Hydraulics/Pumps | 3 |
| FIRE 206 | Fire Protect Sys/Equip/Ind Pro | 3 |
| FIRE 211 | Tactics & Strategy | 3 |
| FIRE 315 | Company Level Supervision/Mgmt | 3 |
| Support Courses | ||
| EMED 190 | Prehsp Em Care/Crisis Intv I | 4 |
| EMED 191 | Prehsp Em Care/Crisis Intv II | 4 |
| Electives | ||
| Total Hours | 32 | |
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Courses Required for MFFTC certification | ||
| FIRE 197 | Physical Fitness Public Safety | 1 |
| FIRE 219 | Firefighter Essentials | 3 |
| FIRE 220 | Fire Science Certification | 4 |
General Education: All LSSU Associate’s degree candidates must complete the LSSU General Education Requirements.
A minimum of 62 credits (at the 100 level or higher) must be earned for graduation with a cumulative gpa of 2.00 or higher. A gpa of 2.00 or higher is also required in your Major, as well as in your General Education Requirements.