Fire Science Technology

Please note: The Fire Science Technology AS Program is currently under review and is not accepting any new students at this time. Please contact your student advisor or Director Jim Davis (jedavis@polk.edu) with any questions.

Program: AS-25980

The Associate in Science degree in Fire Science Technology is designed to allow fire service or fire protection professionals to enhance their technical competencies and prepare for career advancement. The program emphasizes scientific understanding of fire hazards and their control, effective operating procedures at fires and other emergencies, and preparation of students for leadership and managerial positions.

*Note: If a student is not currently a firefighter and would like to become one, he or she must complete a state-certified Fire Academy such as the one at Ridge Career Center. The Fire Academy is a separate program from the Associate degree in Fire Science.

For additional information, please contact the program coordinator, Jim Davis, at jedavis@polk.edu or an academic advisor.