Fire Science Certificate
(18 semester hours)

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Objectives

  • Explain the chemistry components of combustion and how combustion is managed through science.
  • Identify the various fire protection systems currently used in today’s building protection system. 
  • Identify construction methods and types of construction.
  • Demonstrate use of risk analysis for a geographical community.
  • Define the national fire flow formula for proper building protection and water supply.

Students must take the following courses:
GM166 / FSC 210 - Fundamentals of Fire Protection
GM291 / FSC 201 - Fire Protection Systems
GM292 / FSC 102 - Fire Behavior and Combustion
GM293 / FSC 289 - Fire Protection Hydraulics and Water Supply
GM294 / FSC 287 - Fire Protection in Building Construction
GM295 / FSC 188 - Fire Prevention


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