The Cisco College Fire Technology program offers an Associate in Applied Science degree, a Level II Certificate, and a Level I Certificate for individuals who are already working as firefighters. Students will learn the principles of science and engineering to study the causes, effects, and prevention of fire. In addition, fire technology encompasses hazardous materials and fire safety, protection, management, behavior, and investigation. Key skill areas in this field include quick and reliable decision-making, physical strength and stamina, effective communication, attention to detail, critical thinking, and courage.
Please see pages 99-101 of the Cisco College Course Catalog for more information about this program.
Prerequisites
Basic Firefighter certification, volunteer firefighter, or experience in other areas of fire safety and prevention.
Strong GPA; courses taken and passed with a "C" or better are viewed favorably.
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| Degrees & Certifications | Program Length |
|---|---|
| Fire Technology Level II Certificate | Three semesters |
| Fire Technology Level I Certificate | Two semesters |
What Can This Program Do For You
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Potential Career Paths
- Firefighter
- EMT
- Paramedic
- Fire engineer
- Apparatus Operator
- Driver Engineer
- Fire Captain
- Fire Chief
- Forest Ranger
- Forestry Technician
- Engine Boss
- Wildland Firefighter
- Forestry Crew Chief
- Handcrew Chief
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Salary Information
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Fire Technology Associate of Applied Science Degree Plan
First Semester Second Semester FIRT 1329 Building Codes & Construction 3 FIRT 1319 Firefighter Health & Safety 3 FIRT 1342 Fire Officer I 3 FIRT 2305 Fire Instructor I 3 FIRT 1309 Fire Administration I 3 FIRT 1333 Fire Chemistry I 3 FIRT 2309 Firefighting Strategies & Tactics I 3 FIRT 1338 Fire Protection Systems 3 FIRT 1353 Legal Aspects of Fire Protection 3 FIRT 1349 Fire Administration II 3 TOTAL 15 TOTAL 15 Third Semester Fourth Semester FIRT 1303 Fire & Arson Investigation 3 ENGL 1301 Composition I 3 FIRT 1307 Fire Prevention Codes/Inspection 3 ARTS 1301 Art Appreciation 3 FIRT 1343 Fire Officer II 3 SPCH 1315 Public Speaking 3 FIRT 1315 Hazardous Materials 3 PSYC 2301 General Psychology 3 FIRT 2307 Fire Instructor II 3 MATH 1314 College Algebra or MATH 1332 Contemporary Math 3 TOTAL 15 TOTAL 15 TOTAL DEGREE HOURS 60 *See core curriculum course options
Some students may need preparatory courses in English, Reading, or Math. Courses numbered below 1000 will not apply toward a certificate or degree.
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Fire Technology Level I Certificate Plan
First Semester Second Semester FIRT 1329 Building Codes & Construction 3 FIRT 1319 Firefighter Health & Safety 3 FIRT 1342 Fire Officer I 3 FIRT 1333 Fire Chemistry I 3 FIRT 1309 Fire Administration I 3 FIRT 1353 Legal Aspects of Fire Protection 3 FIRT 2309 Firefighting Strategies & Tactics I 3 TOTAL 12 TOTAL 9 TOTAL CERTIFICATE HOURS 21 A student receiving a Level I or Level II certificate must complete the Capstone Requirements.
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Fire Technology Level II Certificate Plan
First Semester Second Semester FIRT 1329 Building Codes & Construction 3 FIRT 1319 Health & Safety 3 FIRT 1342 Fire Officer I 3 FIRT 1333 Fire Chemistry I 3 FIRT 1309 Fire Administration I 3 FIRT 2305 Fire Instructor I 3 FIRT 1353 Legal Aspects of Fire Protection 3 FIRT 1338 Fire Protection Systems 3 FIRT 2309 Firefighting Strategies & Tactics I
3 FIRT 1349 Fire Administration II 3 TOTAL 15 TOTAL 15
Third Semester FIRT 1303 Fire & Arson Investigation 3 FIRT 1307 Fire Prevention Codes/Inspection 3 FIRT 1343 Fire Officer II 3 FIRT 1315 Hazardous Materials I 3 FIRT 2307 Fire Instructor II 3 TOTAL 15 TOTAL CERTIFICATE HOURS 45 A student receiving a Level I or Level II certificate must complete the Capstone Requirements.
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