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The Associate of Science in Fire Science provides students
with the foundation for beginning practice in the Fire Science
profession, as well as a springboard to additional study at
the baccalaureate level. Students enrolled in this program
will learn the ability to describe the legal and regulatory
duties and responsibilities of the fire department as a public
organization. Student will be able to recognize and distinguish
the various forms of fire, their fundamental scientific principles,
and their associated mitigation and response strategies.
In addition to the institutional and general education level
learning objectives, the Associate of Science in Fire Science
also seeks the following specific learning outcomes of its
graduates. Graduates in this degree program will be able to:
- Describe the historical development of fire protection
and response from its origins through contemporary times.
- Identify and differentiate the various forms of fire,
their fundamental scientific principles, and their associated
mitigation and response strategies.
- Describe the legal and regulatory duties and responsibilities
of the fire department as a public organization.
Requirements
Applicants must have a High School Diploma or GED to apply.
Other Associate Degree Programs
About American Military University
AMU is a member of the regionally accredited American Public
University System and is the number one provider of online
education to the military. AMU offers the relevant programs
and courses for today's job market via over 76 relevant degrees.
Just a few of the ways we stay current on industry needs:
the majority of our faculty are currently working in the fields
they are teaching in; we partner with industry organizations
and build programs and certificates tailored to their needs;
and we rely on Industry Advisory Councils made up of corporate
members who review our curriculum to ensure its relevance
to the skills needed in their industries. Courses are 100
percent online and start monthly (versus semesters), with
8 and 16 week classes available in many programs.
Accreditation
The American Public University System is regionally accredited
by the Higher Learning Commission, North Central Association;
and nationally, by the Accrediting Commission of the Distance
Education and Training Council.
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