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UNC Charlotte Fire Rescue Management Institute

The Fire Safety Engineering Technology program at UNC Charlotte leads to a Bachelor of Science degree in Fire Safety Engineering Technology. The program has emphasis on both technical and non technical aspects in the fields of fire and safety. The program is directed toward those seeking positions within the fire service as well as those preparing for work in fire protection related occupations. The curriculum is designed to prepare students for increasingly responsible roles in leadership and management. In addition, the program provides comprehensive classes dealing with fire behavior, active and passive protection systems as well as the foundational principles of research investigation.

The Fire Safety baccalaureate curriculum is offered as a full time on campus program. In addition the upper division courses are delivered as part of a + 2 transfer option. These upper courses are available on campus and as a live, individual access, distance learning program via the internet and www. The preferred associate degree is in Fire Science or Fire Protection. Students with an associate degree in another discipline or students already possessing a bachelors degree may be admitted to the program upon the successful completion of the core courses listed on the program details page. .

The Fire Safety Engineering Technology program also meets the goals set forth by the Engineering Technology Department at UNC Charlotte.