Fire Science

Subject Categories: Other

Degree: Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) or Bachelor of Science (B.S.)

Total Credit Hours: A minimum of 120 credit hours

Institution: University of Maryland University College

Program Description:

The fire science specialization studies disaster planning and the administration of fire protection services. Developed in conjunction with the National Fire Academy of the Federal Emergency Management Agency, the program serves fire-service professionals who seek state-of-the-art knowledge to support advancement to chief executive management and senior leadership positions. This specialization is also appropriate for professionals in related fields such as public safety, law enforcement, health services, insurance, and private-industry emergency response, as well as those in government who serve or interact with the fire services.

The program provides an understanding of the interagency coordination necessary for fire prevention, emergency management, safe and successful fire-incident command, and arson investigation. A major goal is to prepare students to be effective and successful fire-service leaders and managers. In addition to completion of a Bachelor of Science, students may earn a National Fire Academy Certificate-awarded for completion of six courses.

The fire science specialization encompasses all areas of incendiary-fire management. Courses focus on analytical approaches to fire protection and investigation, personnel management, disaster and fire defense planning, hazardous materials management, fire-protection structure and system design, the role of the fire service within the community and political structure, and the phenomena of fire propagation. The program improves the professional qualifications of all students and enhances their educational credentials and advancement prospects within their respective fields.

Delivery format: Voice-mail conferencing courses.

For more information:

Fire Science
3501 University Blvd. East Adelphi, MD 20783 USA

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