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Fire Science Technology - Fire Code Enforcement
Certificate of Proficiency
Fire Science Technology - Fire Officer/Administrator
Certificate of Proficiency
[see also Degree Program]
Fire Code Enforcement
This certificate prepares students for a career in fire code enforcement.
Successful completion of coursework
meets requirements for NJ State Certification as a Fire Inspector and Official
as required in the New Jersey Uniform Fire Code, and provides students
with professional training in preparation for licensure examinations for
Fire Protection Inspector as required in the NJ Uniform Construction Code.
In addition to preparing students
for possible careers in code enforcement, the program provides professional
development for inspectors already employed in this area.
Degree Program; Related Programs of Study
Fire Code Enforcement - Certificate Curriculum
| Code |
Course (lecture/lab hours) |
Credits |
|
ENG |
101 |
English Composition I (3/0) |
3 |
|
FIR |
101 |
Introduction to Fire Science (3/0) |
3 |
|
FIR |
104 |
Building Construction (3/0) |
3 |
|
FIR |
107 |
Fire Prevention and Code Enforcement I (4/2) |
5 |
|
FIR |
202 |
Water Supply for Fire Protection (3/0) |
3 |
|
FIR |
203 |
Fire Protection Systems (3/0) |
3 |
| |
|
FIR |
206 |
Fire Investigation (3/0) |
3 |
|
FIR |
209 |
Fire Prevention and Code Enforcement II (3/3) |
3 |
| - |
- |
Approved General Education elective
Select
IST 101,
POL 102,
ENG 112, or
SPA 107. |
3 |
| - |
- |
Approved technical electives
To meet this requirement, six
credits will be awarded for Fire Protection Inspector ICS certification
and three credits will be awarded for Fire Protection Inspector HHS certification.
Students who do not possess one or both of these certifications may meet
the requirement by completing the necessary number of credits from the
following courses:
BUS 112, 240, and
IST 101 |
9 |
| Total |
38 |
Fire Officer/Administrator
This track is designed for those who seek advancement in either the career or
volunteer fire service, as well as for professional development of those who
have already attained supervisory status in the field.
Successful graduates of the program will be able to:
- apply proper procedures for storage, handling, transportation, and fire control involving hazardous materials;
- develop plans which make effective use of personnel and equipment at emergency incidents;
- apply and discuss water supply management for fire protection systems and fire scene use;
- describe the factors necessary for efficient and effective management and supervision within a fire department;
- apply and describe the principles of an effective occupational safety and health program in a fire service setting.
Admission to the program requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
Degree Program; Related Programs of Study
Fire Officer/Administrator - Certificate Curriculum
| Code |
Course (lecture/lab hours) |
Credits |
|
ENG |
101 |
English Composition I (3/0) |
3 |
|
FIR |
101 |
Introduction to Fire Science (3/0) |
3 |
| - |
- |
Approved General Education elective
Select
POL 102,
PSY 101,
SOC 101, 106, 209, or
SPA 107 |
3 |
|
FIR |
201 |
Hazardous Materials I (3/0) |
3 |
|
FIR |
202 |
Water Supply for Fire Protection (3/0) |
3 |
|
FIR |
204 |
Fire Fighting Tactics (3/0) |
3 |
| |
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ENG |
112 |
English Composition II with Speech (3/0) |
3 |
|
FIR |
205 |
Fire Department Organization and Administration (3/0) |
3 |
| - |
- |
Approved business electives
Select from
IST 101,
CIS 112,
BUS 118 or 240. |
6 |
|
FIR |
207 |
Hazardous Materials II (3/0) |
3 |
|
FIR |
208 |
Fire Department Occupational Health and Safety (3/0) |
3 |
| Total |
36 |
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