Program outcomes represent broad areas of knowledge and skills developed over the
duration of the program through a wide range of courses and experiences. These learning
outcomes represent what a student should be able to know, think, or do upon successful
completion of their program at Oakland Community College.
Student will recognize the role of fire departments as part of local governments.
Students will identify mental health issues and warning signs of suicide in firefighters.
Students will examine the significance of fire ground communications and identify
the roles of the National Incident Management System (NIMS) and Incident Management
System (ICS) as it relates to strategy and tactics.
Program Plan 2025-2026
Part Time - Fall Start
**Students should meet with an OCC counselor before attempting this plan of study**
Year 1 - Fall
Courses
Credits
FFT 15101
Introduction to Fire Protection
3
FFT 15201
Fundamentals of Fire Prevention
3
TOTAL CREDITS
6
MILESTONE: After completion of Michigan Fire Fighter 1 and 2 Certification from Fire Academy,
student will receive credit for FFT 1510 and FFT 1520.
Year 1 - Winter
Courses
Credits
FFT 25301
Building Construction for Fire Service
3
Gen Ed
Communication/English
3
TOTAL CREDITS
6
Year 1 - Summer
Courses
Credits
Gen Ed1
Mathematics/Science
3
TOTAL CREDITS
3
Year 2 - Fall
Courses
Credits
CRJ 14001
Introduction to Homeland Security
3
CRJ 14021
Homeland Security and First Responders
3
TOTAL CREDITS
6
Year 2 - Winter
Courses
Credits
CRJ 14051
Integrating Emergency Management and Homeland Security
3
FFT 25201
Fire Service Administration
3
TOTAL CREDITS
6
Year 2 - Summer
Courses
Credits
FFT/CRJ/PER1
Required Supportive
3
TOTAL CREDITS
3
Year 3 - Fall
Courses
Credits
FFT/CRJ/PER1
Required Supportive
3
Gen Ed1
Social Science
3
TOTAL CREDITS
6
MILESTONE: After completion of Michigan Fire Fighter 1 and 2 Certification from Fire Academy,
student will receive credit for FFT 1510 and FFT 1520
Year 3 - Winter
Courses
Credits
PER 13001
Stress Management: Neuromuscular Relaxation*
2
or EMT Sequence
EMS 1010, EMS 1020, EMS 1100 **
11
or
Valid EMT License ***
11
TOTAL CREDITS
2-11
*If PER 1300 is selected, students will need to take 6 elective credits to reach 62
credits. **If EMS course sequence (11 credits) is taken 0 elective credits are needed. ***If a valid EMT License is used, 0 elective credits are needed to reach 62 credits
for graduation.
Year 3 - Summer
Courses
Credits
Elective1
Any course 1000+
3
Gen Ed1
Written Communication
3
TOTAL CREDITS
3-6
Note: Elective course is only needed if student elected to complete PER 1300
Year 4 - Fall
Courses
Credits
FFT 2510
Fire Service Hydraulics and Water Supply
3
FFT/CRJ/PER1
Required Supportive
3
TOTAL CREDITS
6
Year 4 - Winter
Courses
Credits
FFT 25401
Fire Fighting Tactics and Strategy
3
FFT 25601
Legal Consideration for Fire Service
3
TOTAL CREDITS
6
MILESTONE: Make an appointment to meet with a Counselor to apply for graduation for this degree.
Year 4 - Summer
Courses
Credits
Elective1
Any Course 1000+
3
Gen Ed1
Fine Arts/Humanities
3
TOTAL CREDITS
3-6
Note: Elective course is only needed if student elected to complete PER 1300