Fire Technology
Certificate of Achievement Fire Science/Academy · Butte College · 2026-2027 Catalog
About the Program
Program Goal: Career
GE Pattern(s): None
Program Code: 01362.00CA
See AS Degree in Fire Technology.
Program Learning Outcome(s): Upon successful completion of the program, the student will be able to:
- Analyze the causes of fire, determine extinguishing agents and methods of extinguishment, differentiate the stages of fire, and compare methods of heat transfer.
- Identify and comprehend laws, regulations, codes and standards that influence fire department operations, and identify regulatory and advisory organizations that create and mandate them, especially in the areas of fire prevention, building codes and firefighter health and safety.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required courses: | 28 | |
| FSC 2 | Introduction to Fire Science | 3 |
| FSC 4 | Fundamentals of Fire Behavior and Combustion | 3 |
| FSC 8 | Principles of Fire Safety | 3 |
| FSC 10 | Building Construction for Fire Protection | 3 |
| FSC 12 | Fundamentals of Fire Prevention | 3 |
| FSC 14 | Fire Protection Equipment and Systems | 3 |
| POLS C1000 | American Government and Politics | 3 |
| Select one: | 4 | |
| ENGL C1000 | Academic Reading and Writing | 4 |
| ENGL C1000E | Academic Reading and Writing | 4 |
| Kinesiology Requirement: General Fitness Family (Select 3 units) | 3 | |
| KIN 48 | Stretching for Life | 1.5 |
| KIN 49 | Fit Mix | 1.5 |
| KIN 51 | Butte Fitness and Wellness Center | 1.5 |
| KIN 52 | Walking for Fitness | 1.5 |
| KIN 53 | Jogging/Running for Fitness | 1.5 |
| Total | 28 | |