Catalog 2025-2026
Fire Science
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Program Location
Windsor Campus | Public Safety Institute | www.aims.edu/academics/fire-science | (970) 339-6694
Degrees Offered
Fire Science Technology (A.A.S. Degree - Two Years)
Certificates Offered
Basic Firefighter (1-2 Semesters)
Driver-Operator (One Semester)
Firefighter I Academy (One Semester)
Firefighter II Academy (One Semester)
Fire Officer I (One Semester)
Vehicle Extrication (One Semester)
Scholarships and Awards
Darrel Schneider Memorial Scholarship
Program Overview
The Fire Science Technology degree and certificate programs prepare students for entry-level occupations in the fire service while also providing advanced training for individuals already employed in the field who are seeking career advancement. Job opportunities may be found in municipal fire departments, fire protection districts, and industrial fire departments.
Students interested in continuing their education toward a four-year degree have transfer opportunities through selected university programs.
For information on credit for prior learning opportunities, visit the Prior Learning Assessment Website.
Advisory Committee
Tom Beach | Southeast Weld Fire District
Steve Charles | Berthoud Fire Department
Joe DeSalvo | Evans Fire Protection District
Darren Jaques | Windsor-Severance Fire Protection District
Jim Klug | Platte Valley Fire Protection District
Brian Kuznik | Greeley Fire Department
Phil Tiffany | Fort Lupton Fire Department
Greg Ward | Loveland Fire Rescue Authority
Michael West | Front Range Fire Rescue
Student Representative
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