Fire Science Management, Associate in Applied Science
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MXProgram Code: 0413
The Fire Science Management degree is designed to concentrate on management and officer training with a target population of those who are already employed in a fire service and particularly addressing the specific higher education needs of the Chicago Fire Department (CFD).
Program Requirements
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| General Education Coursework | ||
| ENGLISH 101 | Composition | 3 |
| MATH 118 | General Education Math | 4 |
| PSYCH 201 | General Psychology | 3 |
| BIOLOGY 114 | General Education Biology | 4 |
| or CHEM 121 | Basic Chemistry I | |
| Select one of the following Human Diversity (HD) courses: | 3 | |
| Non-Western Humanities | ||
| Latin American Literature | ||
| Survey Of Afro-American Poetry | ||
| Women's Literature | ||
| Required Program Core | ||
| EMT 101 | Emergency Medical Technician-Basic | 8 |
| FIREMGT 101 | Principles of Emergency Services | 3 |
| FIREMGT 102 | Strategies and Tactics I | 3 |
| FIREMGT 103 | Fire Behavior and Combustion | 3 |
| FIREMGT 197 | Principles of Emergency Responder Safety and Survival | 3 |
| FIREMGT 198 | Strategies and Tactics II | 3 |
| FIREMGT 200 | Management and Leadership I | 3 |
| FIREMGT 204 | Management and Leadership II | 3 |
| FIREMGT 210 | Principles of Fire Prevention | 3 |
| FIREMGT 220 | Fire Instructor I | 3 |
| Program Electives | ||
| Select a minimum of nine credit hours of the following: | 9 | |
| Occupational Safety & Health for Emergency Services | ||
| Fire Service Hydraulics | ||
| Building Construction for Fire Science | ||
| Fire Suppression and Protection Systems | ||
| Chemistry of Hazardous Materials | ||
| Management and Operations III | ||
| Management Operations IV | ||
| Fire Instructor II | ||
| Total Hours | 61 | |
Pathway
This is an example course sequence for students interested in earning a degree in Fire Science Management. If this pathway is followed as outlined, you will earn an Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree in Fire Science Management. It does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. One course will satisfy the Human Diversity (HD) requirement, and is labeled with an (HD) in the sequence below.
Check the program webpage for details about session dates and times.
Semester-by-Semester Program Plan for Full-Time Students
All plans can be modified to fit the needs of part-time students by adding more semesters.
| Semester 1 | Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| Fall | ||
| ENGLISH 101 | Composition 1 | 3 |
| BIOLOGY 114 or CHEM 121 |
General Education Biology 1 or Basic Chemistry I |
4 |
| MATH 118 | General Education Math 1 | 4 |
| FIREMGT 101 | Principles of Emergency Services | 3 |
| Hours | 14 | |
| Semester 2 | ||
| Spring | ||
| EMT 101 | Emergency Medical Technician-Basic | 8 |
| FIREMGT 103 | Fire Behavior and Combustion | 3 |
| FIREMGT 200 | Management and Leadership I | 3 |
| Hours | 14 | |
| Semester 3 | ||
| Summer | ||
| FIREMGT 204 | Management and Leadership II | 3 |
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Non-Western Humanities (HD) 1 | ||
| Latin American Literature (HD) 1 | ||
| Survey Of Afro-American Poetry (HD) 1 | ||
| Women's Literature (HD) 1 | ||
| Hours | 6 | |
| Semester 4 | ||
| Fall | ||
| FIREMGT 102 | Strategies and Tactics I | 3 |
| FIREMGT 197 | Principles of Emergency Responder Safety and Survival | 3 |
| FIREMGT 220 | Fire Instructor I | 3 |
| FIREMGT 206 | Management and Operations III 2 | 3 |
| PSYCH 201 | General Psychology 1 | 3 |
| Hours | 15 | |
| Semester 5 | ||
| Spring | ||
| FIREMGT 211 | Management Operations IV 2 | 3 |
| FIREMGT 210 | Principles of Fire Prevention | 3 |
| FIREMGT 198 | Strategies and Tactics II | 3 |
| FIREMGT 221 | Fire Instructor II 2 | 3 |
| Hours | 12 | |
| Total Hours | 61 | |
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General Education Requirement
- 2
Program Elective
Associate in Applied Science Electives
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| FIREMGT 104 | Occupational Safety & Health for Emergency Services | 3 |
| FIREMGT 201 | Fire Service Hydraulics | 3 |
| FIREMGT 202 | Building Construction for Fire Science | 3 |
| FIREMGT 203 | Fire Suppression and Protection Systems | 3 |
| FIREMGT 205 | Chemistry of Hazardous Materials | 3 |
| FIREMGT 206 | Management and Operations III | 3 |
| FIREMGT 211 | Management Operations IV | 3 |
| FIREMGT 221 | Fire Instructor II | 3 |
Choose your courses with your College Advisor.
Careers
This program can prepare students for the jobs listed below. Click on each one to learn more, including average earnings, annual job openings, and how much education people in that field have. For additional guidance and resources on career options, current City Colleges students and alumni can contact the Career Services Office.
First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers
Job Description
Directly supervise and coordinate activities of workers engaged in firefighting and fire prevention and control.
Salary Based on Experience Level
Take a look at the average hourly/annual earnings for this career in Cook County
Emsi earnings figures are based on OES data from the BLS and include base rate, cost of living allowances, guaranteed pay, hazardous-duty pay, incentive pay (including commissions and bonuses), on-call pay, and tips.
Annual Wages
| Entry-Level 10th Percentile | $60,727 |
|---|---|
| Median 50th Percentile | $104,258 |
| Senior-Level 90th Percentile | $147,789 |
Hourly Wages
| Entry-Level 10th Percentile | $29 |
|---|---|
| Median 50th Percentile | $50 |
| Senior-Level 90th Percentile | $71 |
Annual Job Openings
91 annual openings in Cook County
National Education Attainment
Here, you can see the level of education that people in this career complete.
| Degree Program | % of Jobs |
|---|---|
| A high school diploma or less | 35.31% |
| A certificate | 16.29% |
| Some college | 13.02% |
| An Associate degree | 22.52% |
| A Bachelor's degree | 12.80% |
| A Master's or Professional degree | 0.00% |
| A Doctoral degree or more | 0.07% |
12.87% continue their education beyond an associate degree
Firefighters
Job Description
Control and extinguish fires or respond to emergency situations where life, property, or the environment is at risk. Duties may include fire prevention, emergency medical service, hazardous material response, search and rescue, and disaster assistance.
Salary Based on Experience Level
Take a look at the average hourly/annual earnings for this career in Cook County
Emsi earnings figures are based on OES data from the BLS and include base rate, cost of living allowances, guaranteed pay, hazardous-duty pay, incentive pay (including commissions and bonuses), on-call pay, and tips.
Annual Wages
| Entry-Level 10th Percentile | $28,003 |
|---|---|
| Median 50th Percentile | $65,115 |
| Senior-Level 90th Percentile | $110,273 |
Hourly Wages
| Entry-Level 10th Percentile | $13 |
|---|---|
| Median 50th Percentile | $31 |
| Senior-Level 90th Percentile | $53 |
Annual Job Openings
456 annual openings in Cook County
National Education Attainment
Here, you can see the level of education that people in this career complete.
| Degree Program | % of Jobs |
|---|---|
| A high school diploma or less | 40.11% |
| A certificate | 26.86% |
| Some college | 20.68% |
| An Associate degree | 7.93% |
| A Bachelor's degree | 0.54% |
| A Master's or Professional degree | 3.88% |
| A Doctoral degree or more | 0.00% |
4.42% continue their education beyond an associate degree
Fire Inspectors and Investigators
Job Description
Inspect buildings to detect fire hazards and enforce local ordinances and state laws, or investigate and gather facts to determine cause of fires and explosions.
Salary Based on Experience Level
Take a look at the average hourly/annual earnings for this career in Cook County
Emsi earnings figures are based on OES data from the BLS and include base rate, cost of living allowances, guaranteed pay, hazardous-duty pay, incentive pay (including commissions and bonuses), on-call pay, and tips.
Annual Wages
| Entry-Level 10th Percentile | $28,568 |
|---|---|
| Median 50th Percentile | $66,044 |
| Senior-Level 90th Percentile | $106,919 |
Hourly Wages
| Entry-Level 10th Percentile | $14 |
|---|---|
| Median 50th Percentile | $32 |
| Senior-Level 90th Percentile | $51 |
Annual Job Openings
23 annual openings in Cook County
National Education Attainment
Here, you can see the level of education that people in this career complete.
| Degree Program | % of Jobs |
|---|---|
| A high school diploma or less | 27.86% |
| A certificate | 26.99% |
| Some college | 12.79% |
| An Associate degree | 26.85% |
| A Bachelor's degree | 1.26% |
| A Master's or Professional degree | 4.25% |
| A Doctoral degree or more | 0.00% |
5.51% continue their education beyond an associate degree
Forest Fire Inspectors and Prevention Specialists
Job Description
Enforce fire regulations, inspect forest for fire hazards, and recommend forest fire prevention or control measures. May report forest fires and weather conditions.
Salary Based on Experience Level
Take a look at the average hourly/annual earnings for this career in Cook County
Emsi earnings figures are based on OES data from the BLS and include base rate, cost of living allowances, guaranteed pay, hazardous-duty pay, incentive pay (including commissions and bonuses), on-call pay, and tips.
Annual Wages
| Entry-Level 10th Percentile | $32,252 |
|---|---|
| Median 50th Percentile | $45,966 |
| Senior-Level 90th Percentile | $94,584 |
Hourly Wages
| Entry-Level 10th Percentile | $16 |
|---|---|
| Median 50th Percentile | $22 |
| Senior-Level 90th Percentile | $45 |
Annual Job Openings
2 annual openings in Cook County
National Education Attainment
Here, you can see the level of education that people in this career complete.
| Degree Program | % of Jobs |
|---|---|
| A high school diploma or less | 31.63% |
| A certificate | 8.92% |
| Some college | 17.52% |
| An Associate degree | 17.90% |
| A Bachelor's degree | 24.03% |
| A Master's or Professional degree | 0.00% |
| A Doctoral degree or more | 0.00% |
24.03% continue their education beyond an associate degree