Fire Science Technology
Annual Report
FTE
Department Totals
2005-2006
2006-2007
2007-2008
2008-2009
2009-2010
86.17
75.12
63.32
83.07
66.43*
2009-2010 by Area
Fire Administration
0.30
Wildland
0.32
Fire Science
26.48
Fire Academy
39.43
Total
66.43
*Due to budget constraints, the college made the decision to end the “social program to fire departments”
spring semester 2010. The program allowed for fire departments to bill back the majority of the tuition costs
associated with a fire academy.
0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 2005-2006 2006-2007 2007-2008 2008-2009 2009-2010
Fire Science
Fire ScienceFire Science Placement / 5-Year Average
Fire Science Completion Rates / 5-Year Average
0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80
Employed Related Employed Unrelated Unemployed Continuing their Education Aims State 0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100% 120% Completion Rates Aims State
Demographic Trends / 5-Year Average
Male Female Ethnic Minority Disadvantaged
Aims 94% 6% 10% 9% State 89% 11% 15% 33% 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100% Aims State
Cumulative Program Reviews
(5 Reviews Collected) Questions
Strongly Agree
Agree Neutral Disagree Strongly Disagree The instructors were knowledgeable about the subjects being
taught 3 2
The technology used by the instructors in the classroom
supported learning 1 3 1
Overall, this program provided me with the knowledge needed
for my career 3 1 1
Overall, this program provided my with the skills needed for my
career 1 2 2
The clinical facilities used in the program provided a good
learning environment 2 2 1
Comments
List ways to improve this program
1. Possibly lengthen the D/O class or maybe split it up into 2 semesters. It was just a lot of info in a short period of time and it felt like there was a lot more we could have covered with more time.
2. Clearer instructions on what is expected. There was nothing in the class that prepared me for the future unless I ever needed to write a thirty page paper on a topic of my choice. I don’t see how writing skills prepare students for a future in the fire service since English class is a requirement for the degree.
3. Much more communication needs to take place between the teachers and students for online/hybrid classes. My capstone class needed to have at least one meeting in class to let the expectations be known.
4. I would have liked to come out of the Driver-Operator class state certified. The instructors were great but the equipment wasn’t always functional, I.E. the engine.
5. Pick a better topic for the capstone regarding the interest of a student entering the fire service. This is a degree of entry level firefighters. To me, the ISO is not just less interesting, but a topic completely outside of what we have been studying in the last couple years. As for the rest of the degree I was pleased to find that everything I heard about Aims Fire Science Program was presented and done so well. One thing in regards to the Academy, finding a way to get students into departments following the Academy is a good idea because it is difficult to keep up the certifications if students wait for two years and then get into the fire service I guess just make that known to the student because that is one thing that has hurt me.
List the program’s strengths:
1. I would have to say the strengths were the Academy and EMT-Basic. The degree classes were well put together, but were not as challenging as the Academy. Now that I am in a department, I have seen a difference in the knowledge between a firefighter who had gone through Aims Academy and the academy offered by the department.
2. Academy provides great foundation. Instructors like Lt. Maloney really get students fired up about the career. I had a lot of fun.
3. The teachers are knowledgeable and there are the best people to learn from.
4. The instructor was very willing to work one on one with me to make my paper perfect.
5. All of the instructors were awesome. All of them were very eager to help any student who needed anything extra.
EMPLOYER SATISFACTION SURVEY
Employer Identification for FY 2009 Completers
CTE Programs Completers Employers RATING: 5=Highly Satisfied/1=Not Satisfied Overall
Skills Rating Name of Program Reporte# # # # Skills preparation in the following areas:
d Contacted Reported Identified Gen Ed Gen Occ Specific Occ Workplace
Accounting 25 11 8 2 4.7 4.7 4.7 4.7 4.7
Associate Degree RN 20 11 5 5 4.8 4.8 4.8 5.0 4.9
Automotive Technology 46 7 4 3 3.7 3.7 3.7 3.3 3.6
Aviation Technology 4 1 1 1 5 5 5 5 5
Basic Peace Officer
Academy 21 7 7 5 4.2 4.2 4.2 4.2 4.2 Building/Constr. Site Mgt. 7 3 1 0 /////// /////// ///////// ///////// ////// Business Technologies 39 6 5 3 3.7 3.7 3.7 3.7 3.7 Collision Repair Technology 9 4 3 2 3.5 3.5 3.5 3.5 3.5
Computer Info. Systems 16 3 2 0 /////// /////// ///////// ///////// //////
Criminal Justice 13 1 1 1 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 Early Childhood Certificate 12 5 3 2 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0 Emergency Medical Services 120 41 20 12 4.3 4.3 4.3 4.2 4.3 Engineering: CAD 16 3 2 1 3.0 3.0 3.0 3.0 3.0
Fire Science Technology 110 62 24 12 4.4 4.3 4.3 4.3 4.3
Graphic Technology 16 4 4 2 4.5 4.5 4.5 4.5 4.5 Interactive Design Animation 4 0 0 0 /////// /// /////// /// ///////// / ///////// / ////// ////
Interactive Design Web 12 2 1 0 /////// /////// ///////// ///////// //////
ID: Web Design
Specialist 1 0 0 0 /////// /// /////// /// ///////// / ///////// / ////// //// Mammography Technologist 14 5 5 3 3.7 4.3 4.3 4.3 4.2 Marketing/Management 11 3 2 2 4.5 4.5 4.5 4.5 4.5
Medical Admin. Assistant 6 1 1 5 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0
Medical Office
Technologies 29 4 3 1 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0
Nurse Aide (CNA) 313 72 28 16 4.5 4.5 4.5 4.5 4.5
Phlebotomy Technician 32 9 3 3 4.7 4.7 4.7 4.7 4.7 Practical Nursing /////// /////// ///////// ///////// ////// Radiologic Technology 20 4 3 3 4.0 3.7 3.7 4.0 3.9 Surgical Technology 7 1 2 2 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0 Welding Technology 27 8 7 4 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0
Totals:
950 278 145 90 4.4 4.4 4.4 4.4 4.4Program Outcomes
2009-2010
Program Outcome
Measurement
85% of the
students
enrolled
successfully
complete:
Students
Enrolled
2009-2010
Students
that
Passed
Students
that
Withdrew
Students
that
Failed
Meets
Criteria
Yes/No
1. Graduates will be able to explain and demonstrate fire inspection practices as they relate to:
Fixed Fire Protection Systems Building Plans & Construction Fire Codes
FST 105
FST 106
FST 204
23
19
18
21 (91%)
18 (95%)
17 (94%)
2
0
0
0
1
1
Yes
Yes
Yes
2. Graduates will successfully demonstrate communications skills necessary to competitively compete in oral board assessments.
FST 110
21
21 (100%) 0
0
Yes
3. Graduates will be able to manage an emergency incident using appropriate strategies and tactics while adhering to applicable safety standards.
FST 103
FST 202
23
20
15 (65%)
17 (85%)
3
3
5
0
No
Yes
4. Graduates will demonstrate a working knowledge of fire apparatus maintenance, fire pump operations, and mobile water supply.
FST 151
17
11 (65%)
4
2
No
5. Graduates will demonstrate the ability to
conduct a basic fire investigation.
FST 205
21
18 (86%)
1
2
Yes
6. Graduates will understand and be able toexplain the company officer’s role in the fire service.
FST 206
18
12 (67%)
1
5
No
7. Graduates will understand and be able to explain key legal aspects of the
emergency services and how they play a role in the career of a firefighter.
FST 251
23
22 (96%)
1
0
Yes
8. Graduates will demonstrate critical thinking skills, comparison of key concepts covered in the curriculum, integration of the course objectives and outcomes in the degree curriculum along with expression of communication skills.
Program Outcomes
5 Year Average
Program Outcome
Measurement
85% of the
students
enrolled
successfully
complete:
Students
Enrolled
Fall
05-Spring 10
Students
that
Passed
Students
that
Withdrew
Students
that
Failed
Meets
Criteria
Yes/No
9. Graduates will be able to explain and demonstrate fire inspection practices as they relate to:
Fixed Fire Protection Systems Building Plans & Construction Fire Codes
FST 105
FST 106
FST 204
117
99
110
103 (88%)
95 (96%)
100(91%)
4
2
2
10
2
8
Yes
Yes
Yes
10. Graduates will successfully demonstrate communications skills necessary to competitively compete in oral board assessments.
FST 110 or 201 100
92 (92%)
3
5
Yes
11. Graduates will be able to manage an emergency incident using appropriate strategies and tactics while adhering to applicable safety standards.
FST 103
FST 202
119
110
103(87%)
100 (85%)
5
6
11
4
Yes
Yes
12. Graduates will demonstrate a working knowledge of fire apparatus maintenance, fire pump operations, and mobile water supply.
FST 151
106
91(86%)
11
4
Yes
13. Graduates will demonstrate the ability to
conduct a basic fire investigation.
FST 205
108
101(94%)
1
6
Yes
14. Graduates will understand and be able toexplain the company officer’s role in the fire service.
FST 206
92
81 (88%)
4
7
Yes
15. Graduates will understand and be able to explain key legal aspects of the
emergency services and how they play a role in the career of a firefighter.
FST 251*
*Only one year
of data
23
22 (96%)
1
0
Yes
16. Graduates will demonstrate critical thinking skills, comparison of key concepts covered in the curriculum, integration of the course objectives and outcomes in the degree curriculum along with expression of communication skills.
FST 289**
**Only two
years of data
PROGRAM ADVISORY COMMITTEE
ANNUAL EVALUATION
The Fire Science program Advisory Committee has reviewed the career and technical education program for the 2009-2010
school year and submit this composite evaluation and recommendations.
C
LASSROOMI
NSTRUCTION:
1. The program objectives communicate to the reader the program intent and the skills and competencies that will be developed upon completion of the program.
Yes - X Recommendations: Five submitted / all answered “YES.” No recommendations or comments were submitted.
2. The occupational program’s emphasis is appropriate for the skill and competency development required by workplace needs. Yes - X Recommendations: Five submitted / all answered “YES.” No recommendations or comments were
submitted.
3. The instructional supplies, textbooks, resources and materials that are used in the program are appropriate for the development of entry-level skills for employment.
Yes - X Recommendations: Five submitted / all answered “YES.” One comment: “I have not reviewed all material; however I believe this statement to be correct.”
4. The equipment and hand tools that are used for training are adequate and are similar or equivalent to that being used in business/industrial occupations.
No - X Recommendations: Five submitted / all answered “NO.” Comments to follow: “I believe we continue to be challenged to stay abreast of providing the state of the art tools and equipment that the FD’s are using. We generally are somewhat behind the curve. Additional funding to stay current is important,” “Need more up-to-date fire apparatus. Need more hand equipment such as forcible entry tools and saws,” Need more hose, new engine and a place to be able to spray water on hose evolutions,” “Additional funding should be allocated for the Fire Science Program. As funding is provided an assessment of needs Vs wants should be completed. If funding doesn’t become available to meet the apparatus and equipment needs the FD’s and private sector should step up and assist.”
5. The advisory committee has reviewed the proposed changes in courses and/or programs prior to their implementation.
Yes - X Recommendations: Five submitted / all answered “YES.” No recommendations or comments were submitted.
Yes - X Recommendations: Five submitted / all answered “YES.” No recommendations or comments were submitted.
7. The program’s safety instruction and practices meet the business / industrial standards.
Yes - X Recommendations: Five submitted / all answered “YES.” One comment submitted, “To the best of my knowledge, yes.”
E
NROLLMENT:
1. Program recruitment strategies are active and effective.
Yes - 3 No - 2 Recommendations: Five submitted / three answered “YES” and two answered “NO.” Only one person submitted recommendations and/or comments. As follows: “I think we could do a better job of recruiting students into the program. Station visits could be completed, visits to high schools ….. if personnel is available.”
2. The advisory committee participates in developing program recruitment strategies.
Yes - 3 No - 2 Recommendations: Five submitted / three answered “YES” and two answered “NO.” Submitted recommendations and/or comments as follows: “Aims should be reaching out to high schools all over the region advertising.” “Local FD’s should
demonstrate their support for the Fire Science Degree Program by attending Career Days at their local high schools selling/marketing the program. Members of the Advisory Committee who can assist with this process as well.”
3. The enrollment is adequate to meet employment needs.
Yes - X Recommendations: Five submitted / all answered “YES.” One recommendation and/or comment was submitted as follows: “Seems to be ok, but also seems like enrollment could be better.”
F
ACILITY:
1. The classroom and laboratory/shop space is sufficient for training activities.
Yes -2 No - 2 Recommendations: Four submitted / two agreed that there was adequate classroom and
laboratory/shop space sufficient for training activities; two disagreed that wasn’t adequate classroom and laboratory/shop space sufficient for training activities. Recommendations and/or comments were received from five people: “Need more classroom space with Power Point capabilities and more space to do practical skills to do hose evolutions.” “Drill are needs to be constructed.” “I haven’t instructed in the recently opened facility, or have I heard any complaints from students – therefore I don’t feel I can comment on this question.”
Yes - X Recommendations: Five submitted / all answered “YES.” Only one recommendation and/or comment was submitted; “To the best of my knowledge.”
B
UDGET:
1. The program chair has requested advisory committee input on cost projection for supplies and equipment.
Yes - X Recommendations: Five submitted / only four stated “YES.” One recommendation and/or comment was received; “ I don’t know.”
P
LACEMENT:
1. The advisory committee has been consulted and asked for recommendations on placement of program completers.
Yes - X Recommendations: Five submitted / all answered “YES.” No recommendations and/or comments were received.
2. The advisory committee has been provided program enrollment figures for each quarter.
Yes - X Recommendations: Five submitted / all answered “YES.” No recommendations and/or comments were received.
3. There are adequate numbers of occupational openings to accommodate the number of program completers.
Yes - 4 No - 1 Recommendations: Four answered “YES,” one answered “NO.” Two people provided recommendations and/or comments; “Declining however due to budgets statewide.” “Aims could work with area departments to guarantee graduate placement, even if it is a volunteer department.”
A
DVISORYC
OMMITTEE:
1. The advisory committee has been kept well informed about program activities and has received minutes from previous meetings. Yes - X Recommendations: Five submitted / all answered “YES.” There were no recommendations and/or
comments.
2. The advisory committee has been utilized in a constructive manner and has been involved in program development and improvement.
Yes - X Recommendations: Five submitted / all answered “YES.” There were no recommendations and/or comments submitted.
