The Fire Science Administration option is intended for those who seek to transfer to a four year institution for the purpose of earning a Bachelor of Science in Fire Science. The program adheres to the core requirements of the Department of Homeland Security guidelines for fire science in the Fire and Emergency Service Higher Education (FESHE) model curriculum. Students completing this program may also earn certifications in Fire Code Enforcement. Students transferring to a four year school offering a bachelor of Fire Science will be entering the third year program and will have the ability to complete the degree on a four year plan.
- Courses
- Learning Outcomes
- Program Information
- Employment
- Transfer Opportunities
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| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| First Year / First Semester | ||
| ENG-101 | English Composition I 1 | 3 |
| FIR-101 | Fundamentals of Fire Behavior/Protection 2 | 3 |
| FIR-102 | Fundamentals of Fire Prevention/Fire Inspector I 3 | 3 |
| ELECTIVE | Technology General Education Elective | 2 |
| CHM-120 | Chemistry for Fire Protection | 4 |
| 15 | ||
| First Year / Second Semester | ||
| ENG-102 | English Composition II 4 | 3 |
| MTH-… | Mathematics General Education Elective 5 | 3 |
| FIR-125 | Fire Fighter Safety and Survival | 3 |
| FIR-202 | Fire Investigation 6 | 3 |
| FIR-222 | Fire Inspector II 7 | 3 |
| 15 | ||
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Second Year / First Semester | ||
| FIR-201 | Fire Protection Systems8 | 3 |
| FIR-211 | Building Construction for Fire Service8 | 3 |
| FIR-225 | Hydraulics8 | 3 |
| SOC-101 | Introduction to Sociology | 3 |
| MTH-111 | Introduction to Statistics5 | 3 |
| 15 | ||
| Second Year / Second Semester | ||
| FIR-252 | Arson/Law and Court Procedures 9 or | |
| FIR-212 | Fire Official10 | 3 |
| FIR-231 | Organization & Management of Fire Departments 11 or | |
| FIR-235 | NJ Fire Officer I 12 | 3 |
| POL-103 | American Federal Government | 3 |
| PHL-131 | Introduction to Ethics | 3 |
| ELECTIVE | Humanities General Education Elective or | |
| ELECTIVE | Social Science General Education Elective | 3 |
| 15 | ||
| Total Minimum Credits | 60 | |
2 Certification as a Firefighter I by NJ Div. of Fire Safety is accepted an equivalent. National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications Firefighter I certification may be accepted as equivalent based upon an evaluation of course hours.
3 Certification as a Fire Inspector by the New Jersey Div. of Fire Safety is accepted as an equivalent. National Board on Fire Service professional Qualifications Fire Inspector I certification may be accepted as equivalent based upon an evaluation of hours.
4 Prerequisite: ENG 101
5 Must test into College level Math or take all appropriate prerequisites
6 Prerequisite: FIR-102; The National Fire Academy (NFA), New Jersey Division of Criminal Justice (NJDCJ), or International Association of Arson Investigators (IAAI) Fire Investigation classes may be accepted based upon evaluation of hours.
8 Prerequisite: FIR-101
9 FIR-252 Prerequisite: FIR-202
10 FIR-212 Prerequisite: FIR-222; Certification as a Fire Official by NJ Div. of Fire Safety is accepted as an equivalent.
11 FIR-231 Prerequisite: FIR-101 or FIR-102
12 FIR-235 Prerequisite: FIR-101; The National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications (NBFSPQ or Pro-Board) Fire Officer I certification may be accepted as equivalent based upon an evaluation of hours.
Program Student Learning Outcomes
At the end of the program, the graduate will be able to:
- Explain the method by which fire and building codes enhance fire prevention and overall safety to building occupants.
- Discuss how organization structure in a fire or emergency department is used to deliver effective services for prevention, suppression and emergency operations.
- Understand the key benefits for investigating fire losses and how that applies to legal requirements under state law.
- Demonstrate knowledge of hazard and risk exposure caused by fire and the methods used by management for effectively controlling this exposure to avoid or minimize unnecessary safety and health risks.
Special Program Information
Upon completion of the degree the students will have earned a minimum of 31 credits in General Education and 30 credits in technical content. Student will receive a certificate of completion for the educational requirement that meets New Jersey Uniform Fire Code certification requirements.
Employment Opportunities
- Positions in municipal fire departments as career firefighters
or support staff - Positions in fire inspection and code enforcement
- Positions with fire alarm or sprinkler supply companies
providing equipment and service for companies in need of
such systems to comply with construction and use codes - Positions in the insurance industry in risk reduction and/or
post incident investigation
Transfer Opportunities
Contact Person
Office of the Dean
Math, Science and Health Careers
(856) 227-7200 ext. 4468
Email: miannuzzi@camdencc.edu
Additional information
| CIP Code | 43.0202 |
|---|---|
| Program Code | FRA.AS |
