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Bachelors in Fire Science
 Major
in Fire Science
Secure your advancement into
a management position in the exciting field of
fire protection with your state-of-the art UMUC
education.
Objectives
The student who graduates with
a major in fire science will be able to:
- Explain and apply the organizational
theories and skills required for fire service
administration.
- Learn procedures and practices
to manage career and volunteer fire-protection
organizations effectively.
- Develop and administer a
comprehensive hazardous materials management
program, from planning to post incident phases.
- Analyze the legal implications
and aspects of the fire department's role
in public safety.
- Describe the fire-related
social, cultural, behavioral, economic, and
political characteristics of diverse populations
in the United States and abroad.
- Develop effective written
communications consistent with the fire service
and related professional environment.
- Discuss the historical development
of fire protection and apply historical lessons
to contemporary issues in fire protection and
emergency management.
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