
Gain the technical knowledge and specific skills necessary for fire investigation.
Program Requirements
The Fire Science Technology Program is designed in partnership with the Burlington County Emergency Services Training Center and members of the firefighter community. This program is designed to prepare students in the field of fire science and prevention and provide a pathway for those seeking continued education.
RCBC offers students the opportunity to complete their general education requirements and Arson Investigation courses while completing their Firefighter I Certification. The program courses are offered at the Emergency Services Training Center in Westampton.
General Education Course | ||
ENG 101 | College Composition I | 3 |
Program Course | ||
FSC 101 | Introduction to Fire Science* | 7 |
FSC 103 | Fire Detection and Suppression Systems* | 3 |
FSC 201 | Fire Service Construction Principles* | 4 |
FSC 202 | Tactics and Strategies | 3 |
FSC 204 | Fire Inspection Certification* | 6 |
CRJ 223 | Criminal Investigations | 3 |
TOTAL REQUIRED CREDITS: | 29 |
*These courses are offered at the Burlington County Emergency Services Training Center in Westampton.
Attendance at the Emergency Services Training Center requires sponsorship by a county fire company. Applicants needing assistance for sponsorship should contact the Burlington County Emergency Services Training Center at (609) 702-7157.
Students may submit transcripts with prior completed coursework from the Center, other institutions or agencies to be evaluated for credit toward the certificate.
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