FSCI 2990 - Practicum in Fire Science

Ind. Study 60; Cr. 6

A structured program of individualized work experience in fire science, environmental technology, forensic science, or occupational safety and health technology with a participating employer. Each student will work with a coordinator or faculty member from the Division of Health Sciences and Business Technology. The student’s experience will be related to academic studies and must contribute significantly to professional development. A minimum of 60 clock hours of work are required for each hour of academic credit. Arrangements must be made prior to registration, including acceptance of initial proposal and credit hour assignment. A written final report must be submitted. May be repeated for a maximum of six credit hours. Grading will be pass/fail.

Prerequisite(s): Completion of at least 24 credit hours to include college-level mathematics, college-level English, FSCI 1001 or PBSA 1001 with a C or better and recommendation from the Coordinator of Public Protection & Safety or Dean of Liberal Arts.