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Fire Science Technology

Associate in Applied Science

Program Overview

Fire Science Technology

Become a fire science professional by getting a degree in fire science technology. Choose from three program tracks designed to provide vocational and technical skills which will provide the educational credentials for employment or promotional opportunities.

Earning Potential

Interested in a career in fire science technology? Learn more about our region’s employment outlook and career opportunities you can pursue in this field of study.

Control and extinguish municipal fires, protect life and property and conduct rescue efforts.

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Conduct investigations to determine causes of fires and explosions.

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are currently employed within the State of Michigan Prosperity Regions 5 and 6.

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of current workers will reach retirement age within the next ten years.

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Supervise firefighters who control and suppress fires in forests or vacant public land.

median annual salary
annual job openings

are currently employed within the State of Michigan Prosperity Regions 5 and 6.

This number is expected to over the next four years.

of current workers will reach retirement age within the next ten years.

Visit Career Coach for more details.

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About Delta's Program

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Track 1: Fire Fighter Technician

Become a fire fighter. Respond to emergency calls, control and extinguish fires, protect life and property. Train to use fire-fighting equipment and be a first responder. As a student in the Delta College fire fighter technician track, you will embrace a wide range of knowledge leading to the control or prevention of fire and the handling of hazardous materials.

You will gain skills and knowledge in many areas of fire science technology including:

  • Firefighting strategies and tactics
  • Building construction
  • Hazardous materials
  • Emergency responder
  • Fire protection systems
  • Fire protection hydraulics and water supply

Track 2: Emergency Medical Services

Become an emergency medical technician. Get the skills to provide basic emergency prehospital care to patients involved in accidents, injuries or suddent illness. Places of employment include fire and police departments, rescue operations, ambulance services, hospitals and industrial sites.

Delta's program is designed for the entering college student, the professional fire fighter and persons employed in a broad range of occupations related to fire science and safety.

You will gain skills and knowledge in areas of fire science technology that include:

  • Four basic emergency medical technician courses
  • Emergency responder
  • Firefighting strategies and tactics
  • Building construction
  • Fire protection systems

Clinical requirements

As a clinical student, it is your responsibility to maintain current health records while in the EMT program. For admission to the clinical agencies, you must concurrently register in all four courses in the program (EMS 110, EMS 111, EMS 112 and EMS 113). You will need to submit the required forms below to the clinical agency to receive permission to register. 

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For more information about the required documentation, contact Terry Blackmer, Fire Science Program Coordinator, at 989-686-9020 or terrenceblackmer@delta.edu.

If you have questions about the Fire Science Technology – Track 2: Emergency Medical Services, contact Terry Blackmer, Fire Science Coordinator, at 989-686-9020 or terrenceblackmer@delta.edu.

Track 3: Leadership and Training

The leadership and training track can provide the vocational and technical skills with educational credentials for employment or promotional opportunities. Provide the command and educational functions for public or private entities. Responsibilities include all major leadership at emergency scenes, training of personnel, safety and overall management of resources.

You will gain the skills and knowledge in many areas of fire science technology including:

  • Firefighting strategies and tactics
  • Building construction, fire protection systems, hydraulics and water supply
  • Fireground tactics, fireground management
  • Emergency responder
  • Arson awareness
  • Fire safety education

Professional licensure

Program completers are eligible to be licensed Michigan firefighters. Each state has unique requirements to be a licensed fire fighter. Please contact the program coordinator for further information. If a student completes the EMS track the are eligible to take a national certification exam recognized in all states.

Why you should choose Delta

Convenience

Life is busy. But that shouldn't get in the way of your education. Delta offers classes at night, on weekends and online to make taking classes and getting that degree easier. Plus, Delta has three centers so you can take classes even closer to home.  

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Free tutoring

At the Teaching Learning Center, located in the Library, we offer tutoring on a wide variety of subjects, and help with developing study and learning skills. Most tutoring is on a walk-in basis but we do have some online tutoring options.

Best of all, it's free for currently enrolled Delta students. Just another way we demonstrate our commitment to helping students succeed.

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Honors Program

The specially-designed courses emphasize creative and critical thinking, providing a unique learning experience. You have more exploration of the subject area with increased faculty and student interaction. Make the most of your Delta experience. Join Honors!

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Facts & Figures

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At $133 per contact hour for students living in Bay, Midland or Saginaw County, Delta College is the most affordable college within 60 miles.

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In a national survey, 94 percent of Delta College students said they would recommend Delta to a friend.


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