Fire Science Certificate
(formerly Fire Science Technology)
Curriculum FIR.FIR.CERT (C343A)
The Fire Science program is designed for individuals pursuing a career in fire service and related fields. Some fire departments offer hiring, promotional, and salary incentives to candidates possessing a certificate. This program is based on the curriculum recommended by the Fire Emergency Services Higher Education (FESHE) division of the United States Fire Administration (USFA).
Other areas of employment for Fire Science graduates include fire-equipment sales and service, municipal fire protection, fire prevention inspection in industry and architectural firms, investigation for insurance companies, and emergency medical services. Upon petition, students who have completed programs approved by the Illinois State Fire Marshall's Office will be granted equivalent credit toward a Certificate in Fire Science.
| FIR 101 ◊ National Incident Management System (NIMS) | | 1 credit |
| FIR 111 Principles of Emergency Services | | 2 credits |
| FIR 112 Fire Behavior & Combustion | | 2 credits |
| FIR 114 ◊ Building Construction for Fire Protection | | 3 credits |
| Total Semester Credits: | 8 |
| FIR 102 ◊ Basic ICS and Application Towards Single Resource & Initial Action Incidents | | 1 credit |
| FIR 113 Fire Prevention | | 2 credits |
| FIR 115 # Fire Protection Systems | | 2 credits |
| FIR 116 Principles of Fire & Emergency Services Safety & Survival | | 2 credits |
| Total Semester Credits: | 7 |
| FIR 203 ◊ # Fire & Emergency Services Administration | | 3 credits |
| FIR 210 ◊ # Fire Investigation I | | 3 credits |
| FIR 241 ◊ # Legal Aspects of Emergency Services | | 3 credits |
| FIR 251 # Occupational Safety & Health for Emergency Services | | 2 credits |
| Total Semester Credits: | 11 |
| FIR 202 ◊ # Fire Service Strategy & Tactics | | 3 credits |
| FIR 218 # Fire Investigation II | | 3 credits |
| FIR 221 ◊ # Fire Protection Hydraulics & Water Supply | | 3 credits |
| FIR 231 ◊ # Hazardous Materials Chemistry | | 3 credits |
| Total Semester Credits: | 12 |
Total Credit Hours: 38
Note: A minimum grade of "C" is required for each FIR course.
See FIR course descriptions.
Coordinator: William Justiz, Ext. 3653
Gainful Employment
The information provided in the link below is available to assist students in making informed choices about their education and career.
http://www.triton.edu/GE_Certificates/FireScienceCertificate/43.0203-Gedt.html
For more information about Gainful Employment, visit the Triton College Financial Aid Office, located in the Student Center Building, Room B-160, or send an email to: finaid@triton.edu.