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 pathway below represents an efficient and effective course taking sequence for this program. Individual circumstances might require some changes to this pathway. It is always recommended that you meet with an academic counselor to develop a personalized educational plan.
★ Program Requirement GE General Education E Elective
Fall Year 1
Semester Units: 9.0
FT 101
Fire Protection Organization
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3.0
FT 102
Fire Prevention Technology
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3.0
Core Elective - Fire Tech (Cert.)
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3.0
Spring Year 1
Semester Units: 9.0
FT 103
Fire Protection Equipment and Systems
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3.0
FT 104 (same as BIOT 102)
Building Construction for Fire Protection
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3.0
Core Elective - Fire Tech (Cert.)
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3.0
Fall Year 2
Semester Units: 9.0
FT 105
Fire Behavior and Combustion
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3.0
FT 106
Principles of Fire & Emergency Safety & Survival
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3.0
Core Elective - Fire Tech (Cert.)
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3.0
Total Units: 27.0