Printed : 12 / 17 / 2021 Academic Year 2022-2023
Program Code 305035
Prepare for your future in �re�ghting with this two-semester program . You will learn basic �re behavior , techniques used to control structural and related �re emergencies , and life safety practices . Program grads will be prepared for paid on-call / volunteer �re�ghting positions . Career �re�ghters will need licensure in Wisconsin-approved Emergency Medical Technician and Paramedic programs . This technical diploma program ladders into the Fire Medic associate degree program .
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Curriculum : Students following the study plan below will complete the Fire Science Technical Diploma in the number of semesters shown .
First Semester
10-890-101 College 101 10-503-191 Principles of Emergency Svcs 10-503-153 Hazardous Material Operations 10-503-142 Fire Fighting Principles Semester Total
Second Semester
1 2 1 4
8.00
Some credits from this technical diploma apply toward the following associate degree ( s ):
Fire Medic , 105312 Fire Protection Technician , 105032
10-503-194 Fire Protection Hydraulics 10-804-113 College Technical Math 1A 10-503-143 Bldg Const for Fire Protection 10-503-730 Fire�ghter-Level 2 Semester Total
Total Credits
3 3 3 2 11.00
19.00
Apply at www . nwtc . edu / apply Submit the following : High school transcript ( or GED / HSED transcript ) and / or College transcript . If your cumulative GPA is below 2.6 , complete or submit a placement evaluation .
Complete these prerequisite requirements ( unless already completed ): Caregiver background check . Valid driver ’ s license and eligible to drive college vehicles under the college ’ s insurance carrier .
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 .
Curriculum Note : Students must earn a “ C ” or higher in all 10-503-XXX courses . A student who withdraws or receives a grade lower than a “ C ” in a program course may apply for re-entry into the program .
The credit for 10-890-101 , College 101 is an institutional requirement for graduation . Consequently , it is not part of the program credit requirements , but must be passed with a " C ".
Successful program completion prepares and entitles the student to take the state certi�cation examination . A graduate is licensed only after successful completion of the certi�cation examination and application for a state certi�cation . State Certi�cation must be obtained within 2 years of course completion .
Graduates of the Fire Science technical diploma who complete their coursework with a " C " or higher in any 10-503-XXX courses and meet the program benchmark scores for the Fire Medic program , may qualify for advanced standing within the Fire Medic Associate Degree program .
Prepare for incident response and Fire operations .
10-890-101 COLLEGE 101 ... Students will utilize digital tools and resources to assess , explore , practice , apply , and evaluate both employability and learning skills . By establishing NWTC cultural values as hallmarks of success in academic , career , and personal settings the course encourages re�ective , personalized development of a growth mindset and emphasizes the importance of making wise choices . To maximize the return on investment , students should take this course in their �rst semester as it identi�es key expectations ( hidden rules ) of higher learning and professional employment . Course Typically Offered : Summer / Fall / Spring
10-503-191 PRINCIPLES OF EMERGENCY SERVICES ... provides an overview to �re protection ; career opportunities in �re protection and related �elds ; philosophy and history of �re protection / service ; �re loss analysis ; organization and function of public and private �re protection services ; �re departments as part of local government ; laws and regulations affecting the �re service ; and �re service nomenclature . Course Typically Offered : Fall
10-503-153 HAZARDOUS MATERIAL OPERATIONS ... prepares the participant to perform the minimum hazardous material incident operations associated with �re�ghting functions . Meets operational level competencies referenced in the JPRs in NFPA 1001 , 4-1.1 . ( Corequisites : 10-503-142 , Fire Fighting Principles ; OR Fire�ghter I State Certi�cation ) Course Typically Offered : Fall
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