FST2 Fire Science Technology, Diploma

Offered at the Griffin Campus

Program Entrance Term:	Fall, Spring, Summer
Minimum Length of Program:	5 terms
Minimum Credit Hours for Graduation:	55

Program Description

The Fire Science Diploma program is a sequence of courses designed to prepare fire service personnel at all levels to become better officers and leaders. The program provides learning opportunities which introduce, develop, and reinforce academic and occupational knowledge, skills, and attitudes required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. Additionally, the program provides opportunities to retrain and upgrade present knowledge and skills.

Admission Requirements

Submit completed application and application fee
Be at least 16 years of age
Submit official high school transcript or GED transcript with test scores and ALL post-secondary transcripts in an official sealed envelope
Meet assessment requirements

Public Safety Employment Awareness Statement

A criminal history will not hinder a student from receiving a certificate, diploma, or degree in a Public Safety program from Southern Crescent Technical College; however, a student with a criminal background may be denied employment in the public safety field.

The following is a suggested path to complete this program in a timely manner. An individual’s path to completion may be different based on institutional and personal factors affecting his/her academic progress.

Note : While all courses are offered, they may vary by term and campus. See the program advisor for any questions.

Program Courses

First Term

ENGL 1010	Fundamentals of English I	3
MATH 1012	Foundations of Mathematics	3

Choose one of the following

PSYC 1010	Basic Psychology	3
	OR
EMPL 1000	Interpersonal Relations & Professional Development	2

Second Term

FRSC 1100	Introduction to the Fire Service	3
FRSC 1110	Fire Administration-Supervision & Leadership	3

FRSC 1115	Fire Behavior and Combustion	3
	OR
FRSC 1121	Firefighting Strategy and Tactics	3

Choose One: (Required)

COLL 1500	Student Success	3
	OR
COMP 1000	Introduction to Computer Literacy	3
Total Credit Hours:		3

Third Term

FRSC 1132	Fire Service Instructor	4
FRSC 1141	Hazardous Materials Operations	4
FRSC 1151	Fire Prevention & Inspection	4

Fourth Term

FRSC 1161	Fire Service Safety & Loss Control	3
FRSC 2100	Fire Administration Management	3
FRSC 2110	Fire Service Hydraulics	3
FRSC 2120	Fire Protection Systems	3

Fifth Term

FRSC 2130	Fire Service Building Construction	3
FRSC 2141	Incident Command	4
FRSC 2170	Fire and Arson Investigation	4

Note: All courses must be completed with a grade of C or better.