Fire Science Program
General Overview
The fire service degrees provide occupational specialty and general education courses.
Although most core courses are designed for fire service personnel, certain courses are appropriate for those individuals working in the private sector within the
All program curricula were developed through the efforts of the program advisory board, and utilization of national guidelines for higher education in the fire service.
Courses and degrees are continuously updated to meet NFPA Guidelines. Prior to admission, potential students must contact the program advisor. Please phone (425) 564-2012 or go to www.bellevuecollege.edu/fire and click on Fully Involved for advising session dates and times.
Fire Investigation
This degree program is open to those working in the fire service. This degree is especially helpful for those either working in the field of fire investigation or are seeking a transfer into fire investigation. All courses follow NFPA 921 and 1033 guidelines.
Fire Officer
This degree program is open to those who are either employed in the fire service or have been a volunteer in a fire department for at least one year. The degree is designed for those individuals seeking a promotion in the fire service. The curriculum follows the IAFC Professional Development recommendations in higher education for a Supervising Fire Officer.
Fire Science
The Fire Science Degree program is designed for those either seeking a career in the fire service or are newly hired. This degree gives the student solid background in fire science core curriculum and general education. If a student is not employed in the fire service, they are required to attend one group advising session. These sessions are held twice a month at the main campus.
The Fire Science Certificate is designed for those already working in the fire service and are looking to enhance their level of knowledge in the fire sciences. This certificate will assist in fulfilling JATC requirements for fire science core courses.
Fire Prevention Specialist
This degree program is open to those who are already employed in the fire service and/or are employed in the private sector within the discipline of fire prevention. This degree covers areas such as code inspection, enforcement, plan review, permit management, and fire safety education.
View Credit Requirements for:
- Fire Investigation - Associate in Arts Degree
- Fire Officer - Associate in Arts Degree
- Fire Officer - Certificate of Achievement
- Fire Prevention Specialist - Associate in Arts Degree
- Fire Science - Associate in Arts Degree
- Fire Science - Certificate of Achievement
| Course No. | Course Name | Credit Hrs. |
|---|---|---|
| BTS 161 | Computer and Software Fundamentals | 5 |
CJ 200
|
Criminal Evidence & Procedures - Police Officer | 5 |
| CJ 204
|
Introduction to Constitutional Law | 5 |
| ENGL& 101
|
English Composition I | 5 |
| ENGL& 235
|
Technical Writing | 5 |
| FS 101 | Fire Behavior and Combustion | 2 |
| FS 120 | Fire Investigation | 3 |
| FS 130 | Investigative Interview Techniques | 2 |
| FS 137 | Fire Protection | 3 |
| FS 150 | Intermediate Fire Investigation | 3 |
| FS 152 | Building Construction | 3 |
| FS 190 | Fire Inspection & Codes | 4 |
| FS 240 | Crime Scene & Physical Evidence | 4 |
| FS 260 | Arson Fraud Investigation | 4 |
| PSYC& 100
|
General Psychology | 5 |
| SOC& 101
|
Introduction to Sociology | 5 |
| Choose 5-6 credits from the following: | 5-6 | |
| CHEM 100
|
Chemical Explorations (5 Cr) | |
| CHEM& 105
|
Chemical Concepts (6 Cr) | |
| CHEM&121
|
Introduction to Chemistry (6 Cr) | |
| Choose 5 credits from the following:: | 5 | |
| MATH 138
|
College Algebra for Business/Social Science (5 Cr) | |
| MATH& 141
|
Calculus I (5 Cr) | |
| Choose 5 credits from the following:: | 5 | |
| CMST& 101
|
Introduction to Communication (5 Cr) | |
| CMST& 220
|
Public Speaking (5 Cr) | |
| Approved Electives | 11-12 | |
| Total | 90 | |
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| Course No. | Course Name | Credit Hrs. |
|---|---|---|
| BTS 161 | Computer and Software Fundamentals | 5 |
| ENGL& 101
|
English Composition I | 5 |
| ENGL& 235
|
Technical Writing | 5 |
| FS 120 | Fire Investigation | 3 |
| FS 131 | Fire Service Instructor I | 3 |
| FS 137 | Fire Protection | 3 |
| FS 140 | Fire Service Safety | 2 |
| FS 152 | Building Construction | 3 |
| FS 190 | Fire Inspection & Codes | 4 |
| FS 210 | Incident Management Multi-Company Operations | 3 |
| FS 215 | Hazardous Materials Incident Management | 3 |
| HLTH 250 | Wellness | 5 |
| PSYC& 100
|
General Psychology | 5 |
| SOC& 101
|
Introduction to Sociology | 5 |
| Choose 6 credits from the following: | 6 | |
| BIOL& 100
|
Survey of Biology (6 Cr) | |
| BIOL& 160
|
General Biology (6 Cr) | |
| Choose 5-6 credits from the following: | 5-6 | |
| CHEM 100
|
Chemical Explorations (5 Cr) | |
| CHEM& 105
|
Chemical Concepts (6 Cr) | |
| CHEM& 121
|
Introduction to Chemistry (6 Cr) | |
| Choose 3-5 credits from the following: | 3-5 | |
| BUS 221
|
Human Resources Management (5 Cr) | |
| FS 232 | Human Resource Management (3 Cr) | |
| Choose 3-5 credits from the following: | 3-5 | |
| BUS 120
|
Organizational Behavior (5 Cr) | |
| FS 233 | Fire Service Administration (3 Cr) | |
| Choose 5 credits from the following: | 5 | |
| MATH 138
|
College Algebra for Business/Social Science (5 Cr) | |
| MATH& 141
|
Calculus I (5 Cr) | |
| Choose 5 credits from the following: | 5 | |
| CMST& 101
|
Introduction to Communication (5 Cr) | |
| CMST& 210
|
Interpersonal Communication (5 Cr) | |
| CMST& 220
|
Introduction to Public Speaking (5 Cr) | |
| Electives to bring the total credits to 90 | 4-9 | |
| Total | 90 | |
Download the completion worksheet for this degree [PDF]
| Course No. | Course Name | Credit Hrs. |
|---|---|---|
| ENGL& 101
|
English Composition I | 5 |
| FS 120 | Fire Investigation | 3 |
| FS 137 | Fire Protection | 3 |
| FS 152 | Building Construction | 3 |
| FS 190 | Fire Inspection & Codes | 4 |
| FS 210 | Incident Management Multi-Company Operations | 3 |
| FS 215 | Hazardous Materials Incident Management | 3 |
| PSYC& 100
|
General Psychology | 5 |
| Choose 5-6 credits from the following: | 5-6 | |
| CHEM 100
|
Chemical Explorations (5 Cr) | |
| CHEM& 105
|
Chemical Concepts (6 Cr) | |
| CHEM& 121
|
Introduction to Chemistry (6 Cr) | |
| Choose 5 credits from the following: | 5 | |
| MATH 138
|
College Algebra Business & Social Science (5 Cr) | |
| MATH& 141
|
Calculus I (5 Cr) | |
| Suggested electives | 5-6 | |
| Total | 45 | |
Download the completion worksheet for this certificate [PDF]
| Course No. | Course Name | Credit Hrs. |
|---|---|---|
| CORE CURRICULUM | ||
| FS 102 | Introduction to Fire Prevention Practices | 3 |
| FS 120 | Fire Investigation | 3 |
| FS 131 | Fire Service Instructor | 3 |
| FS 137 | Fire Protection | 3 |
| FS 152 | Building Construction | 3 |
| FS 190 | Fire Investigation & Codes | 4 |
| FS 200 | Plan Review for Fire Prevention | 4 |
| FS 237 | Fire Protection Systems II | 3 |
| FS 290 | Advanced Codes & Inspection | 3 |
| FS 291 | Hazardous Materials Inspection | 3 |
| HLTH 292 | First Aid & CPR/Responding to Emergencies | 4 |
| MKTG 110 | Client/Customer Relations | 5 |
| Total | 41 | |
| DISTRIBUTION REQUIREMENTS | ||
| Math and Science | ||
| BTS 161 | Computer and Software Fundamentals | 5 |
| Choose 5-6 credits from the following: | 5-6 | |
| CHEM 100
|
Chemical Explorations (5 Cr) | |
| CHEM& 105
|
Chemial Concepts (6 Cr) | |
| CHEM& 121
|
Introduction to Chemistry (6 Cr) | |
| Choose 5 credits from the following: | 5 | |
| MATH 138
|
College Algebra for Business/Social Science (5 Cr) | |
| MATH& 141
|
Calculus I (5 Cr) | |
| Communications | ||
| ENGL& 101
|
English Composition I | 5 |
| ENGL& 235
|
Technical Writing | 5 |
| Choose 5 credits from the following: | 5 | |
| MATH 138
|
College Algebra for Business/Social Science (5 Cr) | |
| MATH& 141
|
Calculus I (5 Cr) | |
| Social Science | ||
| PSYC& 100
|
General Psychology | 5 |
| SOC& 101
|
Introduction to Sociology | 5 |
| Total | 40-41 | |
| Suggested elective courses Choose 9 credits from the following: |
9 | |
| ART 150 | Basic Photo I (5 Cr) | |
| CJ& 110
|
Criminal Law (5 Cr) | |
| FS 130 | Investigative Interview Techniques (2 Cr) | |
| FS 250 | Juvenile Fire Setter (2 Cr) | |
| Total | 9 | |
| Grand Total | 90-91 | |
Download the completion worksheet for this degree [PDF]
| Course No. | Course Name | Credit Hrs. |
|---|---|---|
| CORE REQUIREMENTS | ||
| Fire Academy Requirements: | ||
| FS 100 | Introduction to Fire Service | 1 |
| FS 111 | Fundamentals of Firefighting | 7 |
| FS 113 | Intermediate Firefighting | 8 |
| FS 115 | Advanced Firefighting | 2.5 |
| FS 117 | Hazardous Materials Operation | 0.5 |
| FS 119 | Live Fire Control | 2.5 |
| At Bellevue Community College: | ||
| FS 105 | Fire Service Hydraulics | 3 |
| FS 110 | Fundamentals of Emergency Services | 3 |
| FS 120 | Fire Investigation | 3 |
| FS 152 | Building Construction | 3 |
| FS 160 | Fire Tactics & Strategies | 3 |
| FS 190 | Fire Inspection & Codes | 4 | HLTH 292 | First Aid & CPR/Responding to Emergencies | 4 |
| Total | 44.5 | |
| DISTRIBUTION REQUIREMENTS | ||
| Choose 5-6 credits from the following: | 5-6 | |
| CHEM 100
|
Chemical Explorations (5 Cr) | |
| CHEM& 105
|
Chemical Concepts (6 Cr) | |
| CHEM& 121
|
Introduction to Chemistry (6 Cr) | BTS 161 | Computer & Software Fundamentals | 5 |
| ENGL& 101
|
English Composition I | 5 |
| ENGL& 235
|
Technical Writing | 5 |
| Choose 5 credits from the following: | 5 | |
| MATH 138
|
College Algebra for Business/Social Science (5 Cr) | |
| MATH& 141
|
Calculus I (5 Cr) | |
| PSYC& 100
|
General Psychology | 5 |
| SOC& 101
|
Introduction to Sociology | 5 |
| Choose 5 credits from the following: | 5 | |
| CMST& 101
|
Introduction to Communication (5 Cr) | |
| CMST& 220
|
Public Speaking (5 Cr) | |
| Electives to bring total credits to 90 | 4.5-5.5 | |
| Total | 45-47 | |
| Grand Total | 90 | |
Download the completion worksheet for this degree [PDF]
| Course No. | Course Name | Credit Hrs. |
|---|---|---|
| ENGL& 101
|
English Composition I | 5 |
| FS 120 | Fire Investigation | 3 |
| FS 137 | Fire Protection | 3 |
| FS 152 | Building Construction | 3 |
| FS 160 | Fire Tactics & Strategy | 3 |
| FS 190 | Fire Inspection & Codes | 4 |
| Choose 5-6 credits from of the following: | 5-6 | |
| CHEM 100
|
Chemical Explorations (5 Cr) | |
| CHEM& 105
|
Chemical Concepts (6 Cr) | |
| Choose 5 credits from the following: | 5 | |
| MATH 138
|
College Algebra Business & Social Science (5 Cr) | |
| MATH& 141
|
Calculus I (5 Cr) | |
| Choose 5 credits from the following: | 5 | |
| CMST& 101
|
Introduction to Communication (5 Cr) | |
| CMST& 220
|
Public Speaking (5 Cr) | |
| electives | 8-9 | |
| Total | 45 | |
Download the completion worksheet for this certificate [PDF]
= Course number and/or title change begins summer 2008. Courses with previous number/title are still applicable. Learn more about Common Course Numbering.