Fire Technology – Major #883A

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The program map below represents an efficient and effective course taking sequence for this program. Individual circumstances might require some changes to this path. It is always recommended that you meet with your pathway counselor to develop a personalized educational plan.


This program is designed to provide the student with updated skills and knowledge necessary to complete and successfully apply for fire service careers.  The curriculum serves as an in-service program as well as a pre-employment program for students seeking employment or advancement in the profession of fire fighting and fire technology.

Upon completion of the program, students will:
  1. 1. Given a typical type of fire department, describe the organizational structure and all of the staff functions within it.
  2. 2. Given a specific function of the fire service, describe the purpose of a paid and volunteer firefighter.
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester

Term 1 (Summer)

3 units

FIRET 1
Fire Protection Organization

3 units
Effective Term: 2025 Spring Semester
The student will receive an introduction to fire protection; career opportunities in fire protection and related fields; philosophy and history of fire protection; fire loss analysis; organization and function of public and private fire protection services; fire departments as a part of local government; laws and regulations affecting the fire service; fire service nomenclature; specific fire protection functions. (A, CSU)
Course Details:

    Term 2

    15 units

    FIRET 2
    Fire Prevention Technology

    3 units
    Effective Term: 2025 Spring Semester
    History and philosophy of fire prevention, organization, and operation of a fire prevention bureau; use of fire codes; identification and correction of fire hazards; the relationship of fire prevention with fire safety education; and understanding of detection and suppression systems. (A, CSU)
    Course Details:

      FIRET 3
      Fire Protection Equipment and Systems

      3 units
      Effective Term: 2025 Spring Semester
      Features of design and operation of fire detection and alarm systems, heat and smoke control systems, special protection and sprinkler systems, water supply for fire protection, and portable fire extinguishers. (A, CSU)
      Course Details:

        FIRET 4
        Building Construction for Fire Protection

        3 units
        Effective Term: 2025 Spring Semester
        Components of building construction that relate to fire and life safety; focus on firefighter safety; elements of construction and design of structures are shown to be key factors when inspecting buildings, preplanning fire operations, and operating at emergencies. (A, CSU)
        Course Details:

          FIRET 5
          Fire Behavior and Combustion

          3 units
          Effective Term: 2025 Spring Semester
          Theory and fundamentals of how and why fires start, spread, and are controlled; fire chemistry and physics, fire characteristics of materials, extinguishing agents and control techniques. (A, CSU)
          Course Details:

            FIRET 14
            Principles of Fire & Emergency Services Safety & Survival

            3 units
            Effective Term: 2025 Spring Semester
            This course introduces the basic principles and history related to the national firefighter life safety initiatives, focusing on the need for cultural and behavior change throughout the emergency services. (A, CSU)
            Course Details:
              Total: 18 units