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Fire Technology

Award Type: Certificate of Achievement

The fire technology certificate program is designed to prepare those interested in a career in the fire service, either public or private, upgrade the skills of in-service fire personnel in their present positions or prepare in-service personnel for promotional opportunities.

The graduate of the Certificate of Achievement in Fire Technology will:

  • Demonstrate the skill set necessary for a successful career in Fire Service, Environmental Technology, and/or Emergency Medical Services.
  • Show knowledge of federal and state laws, regulations and codes pertaining to safety and efficiency in all risk emergencies and scenarios pertaining to fire, safety, and/or medical services.

Program Requirements

A total of 33 units is required for the certificate. Required core courses (18 units):

Course Number Course Title Units
FT 101 Fire Protection Organization 3.000 - 0.000 units
FT 102 Fire Prevention Technology 3.000 - 0.000 units
FT 103 Fire Protection Equipment and Systems 3.000 - 0.000 units
FT 104 Building Construction for Fire Protection 3.000 - 0.000 units
FT 105 Fire Behavior and Combustion 3.000 - 0.000 units
FT 106 Principles of Fire & Emergency Safety & Survival 3.000 - 0.000 units

Plus a minimum of 15 units selected from the following:

Course Number Course Title Units
EMS 301 Emergency Medical Services Academy- 1A 6.000 - 0.000 units
FT 307 Firefighter I Academy IA 10.500 - 0.000 units
FT 308 Firefighter 1 Academy IB 10.500 - 0.000 units
FT 341 Fire Hydraulics 3.000 - 0.000 units
FT 149 Work Experience Education 1.000 - 8.000 units