Fire Protection Technology

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The Fire Protection Technology certificate provides basic technical knowledge for people working in the fire protection field.

Coursework covers the scientific principles that affect fire, its causes and behavior, and the means of minimizing its destructive effects through design, detection, suppression and prevention

For more information about the Fire Specialist certificate, please visit our website at https://www.dmacc.edu/programs/fire/.

Location: Ankeny

Students start Fall only

Program Entry Requirements

Complete an application for admission.
Satisfy the assessment requirement.
Attend any required information/registration session.
Students must possess a CPR card that is either American Heart Association Healthcare Provider or American Red Cross CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer to enroll. No other cards will be accepted.
Students will be administered a firefighter physical and medical evaluation the first week of class. Students must receive satisfactory results from the exam

Graduation Requirements

To earn a Fire Protection Technology certificate, a student must complete all course work as prescribed and maintain a 2.0 grade point average.

Semester 1

FIR 127 - Fire Behavior and Combustion Credits: 3
EMS 217 - Emergency Medical Technician Credits: 6
FIR 111 - Principles Emergency Services Credits: 4

Semester 2

FIR 124 - Building Construction Credits: 3
FIR 158 - Fire Officer I Credits: 3
FIR 112 - Principles Emergency Services II Credits: 4
FIR 335 - Fire Instructor I Credits: 3

Semester 3

FIR 400 - Emergency Safety & Survival Credits: 3
FIR 138 - Principles of Fire Prevention Credits: 3

Total Credits Required to Complete this Certificate - 32

These credits are applicable to the AAS degree in Fire Science Technology .

Fixed Costs

Tuition……………………………………………………………………………………..$147.00 per credit

The costs for each program are estimates and subject to change.

Varied Costs

	Semester1	Semester 2	Semester 3
Books (approximate)	405	360	400
Equipment Maintenance Fee	150	75	0
State Certification Fee	50	100	50

Approximate total for the program:$6,294*

* Program entry requirements are not included in the total approximate cost.

What Kind of Work Will You Do?

The Fire Science program provides fundamental knowledge that applies to a variety of fire science jobs. Depending on your career choice, you may:

Maintain fire equipment.
Control and extinguish fires.
Inspect facilities for fire safety purposes.
Conduct fire safety education programs.
Instruct or advise others on the use of equipment.
Prepare reports and maintain records.

What Skills and Abilities Will You Need?

Depending on your career choice, you may need:

Physical strength, coordination and stamina.
Good health, normal eyesight and hearing.
Ability to work both independently and in cooperation with others.
Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing.
Ability to analyze problems and determine solutions.

What Else Should I Consider about this Specialist Certificate?

Students who possess IFSAC Firefighter I, Firefighter II, Pumper/Operator, and Inspector I certifications can use these certifications for alternative credit toward applicable courses. See program chairman for more information.
To be considered for full-time employment as a fire fighter in Iowa, applicants must pass competitive mental and physical tests, regardless of educational degrees attained.
Anticipated average starting salary $40,000 (2010-2011 Placement Report). Average starting salary in the Ames, Des Moines and West Des Moines area is approximately $40,000.

Nondiscrimination Policy

Des Moines Area Community College shall not engage in nor allow discrimination covered by law against any person, group or organization. This includes in employment, hiring practices or the provision of services, and harassment or discrimination based on race, color, national origin, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy and marital status), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability and genetic information. Veteran status in educational programs, activities, employment practices, or admission procedures is also included to the extent covered by law. Individuals who believe they have been discriminated against may file a complaint through the College Discrimination Complaint Procedure. Complaint forms may be obtained from the Campus Provost’s office, the Academic Deans’ office, the Judicial Officer, or the EEO/AA Officer, Human Resources. For information about the ADA, the Section 504/ADA Coordinator may be contacted at 515-964-6857. For Title IX questions and concerns contact 515-964-6850. ₍₂₀₁₆₎