Fire Protection Technology
There continues to be a demand for college-trained people in the various fields of Fire Protection. The Fire Protection Technology Degree addresses the needs of those who want to be entry-level firefighters, those desiring advancement within their fire careers, and those seeking fire-related jobs within companies.
Firefighters use high-pressure hoses to suppress structural fires. Firefighters protect the public by responding to fires and other emergencies. They are frequently the first emergency personnel on the scene of an accident.
Firefighters’ duties may change several times while they are at the scene of an emergency. In some cases, they might remain at disaster scenes for days, rescuing trapped survivors and assisting with medical treatment. Some firefighters work in hazardous materials units and are specially trained to control, prevent, and clean up hazardous materials, such as oil spills and chemical accidents.
What’s the Job Outlook for Firefighters?
Employment of firefighters is projected to grow 4 percent from 2022 to 2032, which is about as fast as the average for all occupations. Population growth and an aging population are expected to increase demand for firefighters, as more emergency calls arise and the majority of responses shift toward medical emergencies. Additionally, the transition from volunteer to paid firefighter positions in growing areas will create more jobs, particularly in urban regions where full-time firefighters are more common.
Accredited by the Michigan Firefighter Training Council Bureau of Fire Services/OFFT.
Recommended course sequencing
Semester 1 Total: 15 Credits
Semester 2 Total: 15 Credits
Semester 3 Total: 16 Credits
Semester 4 Total: 16 Credits
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Semester 1 Total: 16 Credits
- FPT 110 - Fire Fighter I 8 Credit(s)
- FPT 115 - Fire Fighter I Lab 5 Credit(s)
- FPT 150 - Principle of Emergency Services 3 Credit(s)
Semester 2 Total: 17 Credits
- FPT 120 - Fire Fighter II 5 Credit(s)
- FPT 125 - Fire Fighter II Lab 3 Credit(s)
- ENG 119 - English I 3 Credit(s)
- Elective: FPT 6 Credit(s)
Semester 3 Total: 16 Credits
- ENG 120 - English II 3 Credit(s)
- SOC 100 - Introduction to Sociology 3 Credit(s)
- BIO 155 - Introductory Biology 4 Credit(s)
- PSY 260 - Social Psychology 3 Credit(s)
- BUS 225 - Computer Applications in Business 3 Credit(s)
Semester 4 Total: 13 Credits
- FPT 225 - Principles of Fire and Emergency Services Safety and Survival 3 Credit(s)
- CHM 105 - Introduction to Chemistry 4 Credit(s)
- PS 101 - American Government 3 Credit(s)
- MAT 112 - Elementary Algebra 3 Credit(s)
Semester 1 Total: 16 Credits
- FPT 110 - Fire Fighter I 8 Credit(s)
- FPT 115 - Fire Fighter I Lab 5 Credit(s)
- FPT 150 - Principle of Emergency Services 3 Credit(s)
Semester 2 Total: 14 Credits
- FPT 120 - Fire Fighter II 5 Credit(s)
- FPT 125 - Fire Fighter II Lab 3 Credit(s)
- Elective: FPT 6 Credit(s)
Fire Protection Career Courses (Electives):
- FPT 100 - Incipient Fire Brigade 2 Credit(s)
- FPT 165 - Fire Protection Systems 3 Credit(s)
- FPT 170 - Strategy and Tactics 3 Credit(s)
- FPT 180 - Occupational Safety and Health for the Fire Service 3 Credit(s)
- FPT 185 - Fire Protection Hydraulics and Water Supply 3 Credit(s)
- FPT 205 - Introduction to Fire and Emergency Services Administration 4 Credit(s)
- FPT 235 - Legal Aspects of the Fire Service 3 Credit(s)
- FPT 245 - Fire Investigation I 3 Credit(s)
- FPT 246 - Fire Investigation II 4 Credit(s)
What Will I Learn as a Fire Protection Technology Student?
WCCCD fire protection technology students learn the National Fire Academy’s Fire and Emergency Services Higher Education (FESHE) model curriculum. You will be trained to use high-pressure hoses to suppress structural fires and protect the public by responding to fires and other emergencies. Firefighters are frequently the first emergency personnel on the scene of an accident.
It is the policy of WCCCD that no person, based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, height, weight, marital status, disability, or political affiliation or belief, shall be discriminated against, excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise be subjected to discrimination in employment or in any program or activity for which it is responsible or for which it receives financial assistance from the U.S. Department of Education.
