Printed : 12 / 14 / 2021 Academic Year 2022-2023
Program Code 105032
The Fire Protection Technician Program at Northeast Wisconsin Technical College prepares students for employment as Fire�ghters , EMTs , and Fire Inspectors on municipal �re departments , and for �re protection related careers within private industry . The objectives of the program include instructing quali�ed students who are seeking a career in the �re service and also updating �re�ghters and �re of�cers on changes within the �re service . Students have the opportunity to earn Fire�ghter Level I , Fire�ghter Level II , Certi�ed Driver Operator / Pumper and Fire Inspector I state certi�cations as well as an Emergency Medical Technician ( EMT-Basic ) license while in the program . As a graduate of the Fire Protection Technician Program , individuals will be prepared for entry level positions in municipal and rural �re departments throughout the State .
Curriculum : FIRE PROTECTION TECHNICIAN Program Code : 105032 Associate Degree Students following the study plan below will complete the Fire Protection Technician Associate Degree in the number of semesters shown .
First Semester
10-890-101 College 101 10-503-153 Hazardous Material Operations 10-503-191 Principles of Emergency Svcs 10-531-102 Emergency Medical Technician 10-503-142 Fire Fighting Principles 10-801-136 English Composition 1 Semester Total
1 1 2 5 4 3
16.00
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Second Semester |
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With 100 % Employed in Field |
10-503-194 Fire Protection Hydraulics 10-503-143 Bldg Const for Fire Protection 10-804-113 College Technical Math 1A 10-503-730 Fire�ghter-Level 2 10-503-118 Heath & Wellness For Public Sa 10-801-196 Oral / Interpersonal Comm Semester Total |
3 3 3 2 2 3
16.00
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This program is offered at :
Green Bay
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All credits from the following technical diploma ( s ) apply toward this associate degree :
Fire Science , 305035
Emergency Medical Technician ( EMT ), 305313
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Third Semester
10-503-192 Princ of Emer Srvs Safety 10-503-151 Fire Prevention 10-503-195 Fire Behavior and Combustion 10-504-128 PS-Employment Strategies 10-809-172 Intro to Diversity Studies 10-503-157 Fire Investigation Semester Total
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3 4 3 1 3 3
17.00
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Fourth Semester |
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Apply at www . nwtc . edu / apply . Submit the following : High school transcript ( or GED / HSED transcript ). College transcript . |
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10-503-193 Fire Protection Systems 10-503-156 Strategies , Tactics & Inc Mgmt 10-503-159 Fire Science Internship 10-504-197 PS-Job Interviews 10-809-198 Intro to Psychology Semester Total |
3 4 2 1 3
13.00
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If your cumulative GPA is below 2.6 , complete or submit a placement evaluation . Complete these prerequisite requirements ( unless already completed ): Caregiver background check . DOT drivers license check . Ability to walk , stand , lift , carry and balance at times , in excess of 125 pounds .
Tip ! Our admission advisors will assist you through every step . Have questions ? Connect with NWTC Admissions at start @ nwtc . edu or 920- 498-5444 .
Total Credits 62.00
Demonstrate professional conduct by displaying personal code of ethics , positive work ethics , �exibility , teamwork skills , physical �tness , safe procedures , and sensitivity to diverse cultures and individuals .
Perform �re prevention activities including preplanning , public education , inspections , and investigations .
Apply management skills to emergency incidents .
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