FIRE AND RESCUE TECHNOLOGY ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE DEGREE
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MONTANA STATE UNIVERSITY—GREAT FALLS
FIRE AND RESCUE TECHNOLOGY ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE DEGREE
Advisor: John Culbertson
Today’s firefighters not only respond to fire and medical emergencies but also participate in disaster response planning, hazardous material spill mitigation, enforcement of fire codes and standards, as well as delivery of safety, fire, and accident prevention programs. The work of the contemporary firefighter is multi-functional and requires a high level of expertise in relevant technical areas as well as proficiencies in written and oral communications, leadership, plan-ning, and the ability to deal with a broad range of individuals and situations.
This degree program combines technical fire and rescue training with general education courses to fulfill Associate of Applied Science Degree requirements. It also incorporates the opportunity to transfer credits toward a four-year degree in Fire Science/Administration.
OUTCOMES: GRADUATES ARE PREPARED TO:
• Demonstrate the skills required at the Fire Fighter 1 & 2, Hazmat Techni-cian, Officer 1, and EMT-Basic levels of competency (this results in five pro-fessional certifications).
• Recognize and respond effectively to fire code and fire life safety issues.
• Use appropriate methods for fire suppression and extinguishment in a variety of settings.
• Detect arson.
• Provide basic emergency medical services.
• Assume supervisory responsibilities for a fire crew.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
The Fire and Rescue Technology Option is offered as a cooperative endeavor between Montana State University - Great Falls College of Technology and Montana State University Fire Services Training School–Great Falls.
The availability of on-line classes through MSU–Great Falls COT will allow firefighters to complete general education degree requirements without having to relocate to Great Falls.
Program applicants should forward their requests for transfer of credit for gen-eral and technical education to the Registrar’s Office at the College. Requests for transfer of credit should include official copies of transcripts. Technical credits that are not on a technical transcript need to send documents to the Registrar’s Office at the College so the requests for transfer of technical credits can be reviewed.
Only the credits taken from MSU–Great Falls COT are eligible for Financial Aid. FRS prefix classes are not eligible.
A residency of 7 credit hours must be taken to MSU–Great Falls to qualify for degree.
ESTIMATED RESIDENT PROGRAM COST:
(2011-2012 UPDATES COMING SOON!)
Tuition and Fees ........................................................................................... $3012
Application Fee................................................................................................... 30
Lab Fees ............................................................................................................. 60
Fire Training School ............................................................................... up to 6000
Books/Supplies ............................................................................................... 1050
TOTAL ......................................................................................................... $10152
MUS Student Health Insurance Premium approx $1600/year if needed
GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
COURSE NO. TITLE CREDITS
COMM 135 Interpersonal Communication 3†
WRIT 122** Intro to Business Writing 3†
M ---** 090 or higher 3-4†
PHYS 130 Fund of Physical Science with Lab 4†
PSYX 100 Intro to Psychology 3†
Subtotal 16-17
Required technical courses are offered at locations throughout the state, mostly on weekends.
TECHNICAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS COURSE NO. TITLE CREDITS
EMS 127 EMT Basic 7†
FRS 101 Firefighter I 5†
FRS 102* Firefighter II 5†
FRS 112* Fire Inspection & Investigation 3†
FRS 241 Fire Department Internship 3†
FRS 245* Fire Service Training &
Safety Education 2†
FRS 250* Building Construction 2†
FRS 265* Incident Management & Safety 3†
FRS 270* Tactical Operations and Company Management 5†
FRS 285* Hazardous Materials 5†
Subtotal 39
TECHNICAL ELECTIVES – 6 CREDITS REQUIRED
COURSE NO. TITLE CREDITS
CAPP 120 Introduction to Computers 3
FRS 107 Aircraft Fire & Rescue 3
FRS 291 Hydraulics & Water Supplies 3
FRS 290 Wildland Fire Protection 3
S-215: Fire Operations in the Urban Interface
S-290: Intermediate Fire Behavior
S-336: Fire Suppression Tactics
TOTAL PROGRAM CREDITS – 62-63~
~ Many students need preliminary math, writing, and biology courses before enrolling in the program requirements. These courses may increase the total number of program credits. Students should review their math and English placement before planning out their full program schedules.
+ A grade of “C-“ or above is required for graduation * Indicates prerequisites needed **Placement in course(s) is determined by placement assessment 2011-2012 Catalog