CERTIFICATE PROGRAM
Curriculum Code No. 3143

Department of Social and Behavioral Science
Penn 301 • Phone (215) 968-8270

This certificate program provides the opportunity for an individual to pursue a career in Fire Science or for professional development for those employed.

Graduates of this program are able to

• provide services to the community in fire investigations, building inspections, fire inspections and fire protection systems;
• engage in risk analysis;
• perform fire equipment inspection and testing;
• develop strategies for effective first scene management;
• assess building construction and its effect on fire development and suppression; and
• assess building for compliance with ICC International Codes and eliminate potential fire hazards.

Certificate Course Requirements

FRSC101	Strategies and Tactics	3
FRSC103	Building Construction for the Fire Service	3
FRSC104	International Fire Prevention and Building Codes	3
FRSC105	Fire Protection Systems	3
FRSC106	Fire Investigation	3
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Since the individual circumstances and backgrounds of students vary, all students planning to complete this certificate program must meet with their assigned academic advisor to develop a planned sequence of courses to meet their individual needs.