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Fire Science Associate of Applied Science

Overview and Award Outcomes

Overview

The Associate of Science in Fire Science degree provides an educational path for students interested in working in the fire industry and related fields. Students will learn the science behind fire prevention, growth, suppression, and control. Students will explore the unique history and culture of the fire service and fire protection fields. Case studies, after action reports, and professional organizations will be used to enhance learning, apply concepts, and analyze trends. This degree follows the U.S. Fire Administrations Fire and Emergency Services Higher Education (FESHE) standardized model for two-year degrees. By completing this degree students are prepared to progress in their careers or continue their education at a four-year institution. Ultimately, students in this program will be able to use the knowledge gained to make their organizations and communities a safer place.

Note: Initial firefighter training may be applied to the elective portion of this award. For students looking for initial firefighter training, the Initial Firefighter Certificate may be used towards the technical electives portion of this degree.  

 

Award Outcomes

Illustrate the history and culture of the fire service

List the major organizations that provide emergency response service and how they interrelate

Identify fire protection and emergency-service careers in both the public and private sector

Describe building construction as it relates to firefighter safety, buildings codes, fire prevention, code inspection, firefighting strategy, and tactics

Explain the physical and chemical properties of fire

Discuss the factors that influence smoke and fire movement in a structure

Explain concepts of risk management and mitigation as it pertains to emergency services

Explain the role of fire prevention in accordance with the national fire problem

Define laws, rules, regulations, ordinances, and codes, as they relate to emergency services

Summarize the elements of public water supply systems as they relate to fire protections systems

Identify the different types and components of fire suppression systems

Demonstrate effective oral and written communication

Career Opportunities

Fire Science graduates may perform a variety of jobs in the fire protection family. Titles may include Firefighter, Driver Operator, Inspector or Fire Investigator.  Higher level positions, requiring experience and exams, are Fire Marshal, Lieutenant, Captain, District Chief, Deputy Chief, Assistant Chief and Chief of Department.

Program Requirements

Technical Studies Required 21 Credits

Course NumberCourse TitleCourse Credits
FRPT1137Introduction to Fire and Emergency Services

3

FRPT1156Fire Protection Systems

3

FRPT1161Building Construction for Emergency Services

3

FRPT1250Incident Command for Emergency Services

3

FRPT1260Fire Behavior and Combustion

3

FRPT1265Principles of Emergency Services Safety and Survival

3

FRPT1270Introduction to Fire Prevention

3

General Education Required 15 Credits

Course NumberCourse TitleCourse Credits
ENGL1070Technical Writing

3

or

ENGL1100Writing and Research

4

 

Choose one of the following:

COMM1250Interpersonal Communication

3

COMM1260Small Group Communication

3

COMM1280Public Speaking

3

 

Choose one of the following:

BIOL1100Nutrition and Health

3

BIOL1300Introduction to Forensic Science

3

BIOL2125Anatomy and Physiology I

4

BIOL2225Anatomy and Physiology II

4

One course from MnTC Goal Area 2

3

 

Choose three credits from MnTC Goal Areas 3, 4, or 5

3

 

Choose three credits from MnTC Goal Area 9

3

Recommended:

POLI1000Introduction to American Government and Politics

3

SOCI1500Introduction to Criminal Justice

3

General Education Elective 0 Credits

Course NumberCourse TitleCourse Credits

Technical Studies Elective 24 Credits

Course NumberCourse TitleCourse Credits
EMSV1000Introduction to EMS Systems

1

EMSV1050Emergency Medical Responder (First Responder)

3

EMSV1100Emergency Medical Technician - Basic

6

EMSV1136Understanding EKGs

2

EMSV1146Medical Terminology for EMS/ER Personnel

3

EMSV1190Intravenous (IV) Access

1

FRPT1101Fire Fighter I

4

FRPT1105Fire Fighter II

2

FRPT1126Introduction to Fire Investigation

3

FRPT1166Apparatus Operator

1

FRPT1176Hazardous Materials First Responder Operational

2

FRPT1181Hazardous Materials Technician

1

FRPT1255Introduction to Emergency Management

3

FRPT1275Introduction to Emergency Communication Systems

3

FRPT1280Hazardous Materials Chemistry

3

FRPT1285Fire Protection Hydraulics and Water Supply

2

FRPT1290Emergency Services Instructor

4

FRPT2111Strategy and Tactics

3

FRPT2121Advanced Fire Investigation

3

FRPT2250Incident Command for Emergency Managers

3

FRPT2260Legal Aspects of Emergency Services

3

FRPT2265Principles of Fire and Emergency Service Administration

3

FRPT2270Fire and Life Safety Education

4

FRPT2275Fire Inspection and Code Enforcement

3

FRPT2280Emergency Services Internship

1

Total Associate in Applied Science Degree Credits 60

Course NumberCourse TitleCourse Credits

Semester Sequence

Offered at Eden Prairie Only

First Semester

Course NumberCourse TitleCourse Credits
FRPT1137Introduction to Fire and Emergency Services

3

FRPT1161Building Construction for Emergency Services

3

FRPT1250Incident Command for Emergency Services

3

FRPT1265Principles of Emergency Services Safety and Survival

3

 

ENGL1070Technical Writing

3

or

ENGL1100Writing and Research

4

Total Credits  15

Second Semester

Course NumberCourse TitleCourse Credits
Choose one of the following:

COMM1250Interpersonal Communication

3

COMM1260Small Group Communication

3

COMM1280Public Speaking

3

 

Technical Studies Electives

12

Recommended:

FRPT1126Introduction to Fire Investigation

3

Total Credits  15

Third Semester

Course NumberCourse TitleCourse Credits
FRPT1156Fire Protection Systems

3

FRPT1260Fire Behavior and Combustion

3

FRPT1270Introduction to Fire Prevention

3

 

Choose three credits from MnTC Goal Areas 3, 4, or 5

3

 

Technical Studies Electives

3

Total Credits  15

Fourth Semester

Course NumberCourse TitleCourse Credits
Choose one of the following:

BIOL1100Nutrition and Health

3

BIOL1300Introduction to Forensic Science

3

BIOL2125Anatomy and Physiology I

4

BIOL2225Anatomy and Physiology II

4

One course from MnTC Goal Area 2

3

 

Choose 3 credits from MnTC Goal Area 9

3

Recommended:

POLI1000Introduction to American Government and Politics

3

SOCI1500Introduction to Criminal Justice

3

 

Technical Studies Electives

9

Total Credits  15

MnTC Goal Area 3

A complete list of MnTC courses and Goal Areas that can be used to meet General Education requirements can be found at www.hennepintech.edu.  The same course cannot satisfy more than one MnTC Goal Area requirement.

Course NumberCourse TitleCourse Credits
BIOL1000Biology in Society

4

BIOL1300Introduction to Forensic Science

3

BIOL1400Human Biology

4

BIOL2005General Biology I

4

BIOL2225Anatomy and Physiology II

4

BIOL2235Microbiology

4

CHEM1000Introduction to Chemistry

4

CHEM1100General, Organic, and Biological Chemistry Foundations

4

PHYS1005Introductory Physics I

3

PHYS1010Introductory Physics II

3

PHYS2005College Physics I

4

PHYS2010College Physics II

4

MnTC Goal Area 4

Course NumberCourse TitleCourse Credits
MATH1150Applications of Quantitative Reasoning

3

MATH1250Introduction to Statistics

3

MATH1400College Algebra

4

PHIL1000Introduction to Logic

3

MnTC Goal Area 5

Course NumberCourse TitleCourse Credits
ECON1200Principles of Microeconomics

3

ECON1300Principles of Macroeconomics

3

ENGL1200Introduction to Humanities

3

HIST1400Contemporary World History

3

POLI1000Introduction to American Government and Politics

3

PSYC1000General Psychology

3

PSYC1200Psychology Throughout the Lifespan

3

PSYC1300Abnormal Psychology

3

SOCI1100Introduction to Sociology

3

SOCI1200Marriage and Family

3

SOCI1400Race in America

3

SOCI1500Introduction to Criminal Justice

3

SOCI1600Food and Society

3

MnTC Goal Area 9

Course NumberCourse TitleCourse Credits
ARTS1005Art and Social Justice

3

BIOL1300Introduction to Forensic Science

3

ECON1200Principles of Microeconomics

3

PHIL1200Ethics

3

PHIL1400Medical Ethics

4

PHIL1600Environmental Ethics

3

POLI1000Introduction to American Government and Politics

3

SOCI1500Introduction to Criminal Justice

3

Technical Studies Electives

Course NumberCourse TitleCourse Credits
Recommended:

EMSV1000Introduction to EMS Systems

1

EMSV1050Emergency Medical Responder (First Responder)

3

EMSV1100Emergency Medical Technician - Basic

6

EMSV1136Understanding EKGs

2

EMSV1146Medical Terminology for EMS/ER Personnel

3

EMSV1190Intravenous (IV) Access

1

FRPT1061Occupational Safety and Health for Emergency Services

3

FRPT1101Fire Fighter I

4

FRPT1105Fire Fighter II

2

FRPT1126Introduction to Fire Investigation

3

FRPT1166Apparatus Operator

1

FRPT1176Hazardous Materials First Responder Operational

2

FRPT1181Hazardous Materials Technician

1

FRPT1255Introduction to Emergency Management

3

FRPT1275Introduction to Emergency Communication Systems

3

FRPT1280Hazardous Materials Chemistry

3

FRPT1285Fire Protection Hydraulics and Water Supply

2

FRPT1290Emergency Services Instructor

4

FRPT2111Strategy and Tactics

3

FRPT2121Advanced Fire Investigation

3

FRPT2250Incident Command for Emergency Managers

3

FRPT2255Introduction to Homeland Security

3

FRPT2260Legal Aspects of Emergency Services

3

FRPT2265Principles of Fire and Emergency Service Administration

3

FRPT2270Fire and Life Safety Education

4

FRPT2275Fire Inspection and Code Enforcement

3

FRPT2280Emergency Services Internship

1

Choose a Total of:  24 Credits

Graduation (60 Credits)

Semester listings reflect the recommended sequence.  Due to circumstances beyond our control, the information herein is subject to change without notice. This listing is to be used strictly as an advising tool.

 

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