Fire Prevention Inspector Associate in Science Pathway

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Fire Prevention Inspector map for 2026-2027

This program map represents one possible pathway through the program and may not reflect the most current catalog requirements. Make an appointment to create a customized education plan that fits your needs.

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Chabot College: Fire Prevention Inspector

Term 1 — Fall 2026

5 courses15 credits

MTH 47 or INDT 74 (Choose one)

Major
3 credits

FT 1

Principles of Emergency Services

Major
3 credits
Prerequisites
Credit for Prior Learning

FT 2

Principles of Fire and Emergency Services Safety and Survival

Major
3 credits
Prerequisites

GE AA/AS: English Composition

General Education
4 credits

Electives

Elective
2 credits

Student Educational Plan

Make a counseling appointment to develop your SEPC (comprehensive student educational plan).

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Tutoring

Get tutoring and academic support early in the semester.

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Financial Aid

Apply for financial aid for next year (FAFSA or CADAA). The priority deadline is March 2nd.

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Term 2 — Spring 2027

5 courses15–16 credits

FT 5

Fire Protection Systems

Major
3 credits
Credit for Prior Learning

FT 6

Building Construction for Fire Protection

Major
3 credits
Credit for Prior Learning

BUS 22

Introduction to Management

Major
3 credits

GE AA/AS: Ethnic Studies

General Education
3 credits

GE AA/AS: Oral Communication and Critical Thinking

General Education
3–4 credits

Review your SEP in DegreeWorks

Check in with your counselor if needed to ensure you are on track to register for summer/fall.

Milestone

Career Exploration & Preparation

Visit the Career Center to learn about jobs/internships and meet with a career counselor.

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Term 3 — Fall 2027

4 courses12–14 credits

FT 3

Fire Behavior and Combustion

Major
3 credits
Credit for Prior Learning

FT 4

Fire Prevention

Major
3 credits
Credit for Prior Learning

GE AA/AS: Natural Sciences

General Education
3–5 credits

GE AA/AS: Social and Behavioral Sciences

General Education
3 credits
Credit for Prior Learning

Apply for Transfer

Support and Activities

Milestone

Financial Aid

Apply for financial aid for next year (FAFSA or CADAA). Priority deadline is March 2nd.

Milestone

Review your SEP in DegreeWorks

Check in with your counselor if needed to ensure you are on track to register for spring classes.

Milestone

Term 4 — Spring 2028

3 courses18–22 credits

GE AA/AS: Art and Humanities

General Education
3–5 credits

GE AS: Area of Wellness -Physical Activity

General Education
1–3 credits
Credit for Prior Learning

Electives

Elective
14 credits

Graduation

Submit “Request for Degree or Certificate” form to Admissions & Records Office by April 1st

Milestone

General Education Certification

Submit GE Certification Request form if completing all general education courses prior to transfer.

Milestone

Program 1/1:
Chabot College: Fire Prevention Inspector — Associate in Science

60–67 credits

Term 1 — Fall 2026 | 15 credits

Course / Task	Description	Type	Units / Hours
MTH 47 or INDT 74 (Choose one)	MTH 47 or INDT 74 (Choose one)	Major	3 credits
FT 1	Principles of Emergency Services	MajorCredit for Prior Learning	3 credits
FT 2	Principles of Fire and Emergency Services Safety and Survival	Major	3 credits
GE AA/AS: English Composition	GE AA/AS: English Composition	General Education	4 credits
Electives	Electives	Elective	2 credits
Student Educational Plan	Make a counseling appointment to develop your SEPC (comprehensive student educational plan).	Milestone	- n/a
Tutoring	Get tutoring and academic support early in the semester.	Milestone	- n/a
Financial Aid	Apply for financial aid for next year (FAFSA or CADAA). The priority deadline is March 2nd.	Milestone	- n/a

Term 2 — Spring 2027 | 15–16 credits

Course / Task	Description	Type	Units / Hours
FT 5	Fire Protection Systems	MajorCredit for Prior Learning	3 credits
FT 6	Building Construction for Fire Protection	MajorCredit for Prior Learning	3 credits
BUS 22	Introduction to Management	Major	3 credits
GE AA/AS: Ethnic Studies	GE AA/AS: Ethnic Studies	General Education	3 credits
GE AA/AS: Oral Communication and Critical Thinking	GE AA/AS: Oral Communication and Critical Thinking	General Education	3–4 credits
Review your SEP in DegreeWorks	Check in with your counselor if needed to ensure you are on track to register for summer/fall.	Milestone	- n/a
Career Exploration & Preparation	Visit the Career Center to learn about jobs/internships and meet with a career counselor.	Milestone	- n/a

Term 3 — Fall 2027 | 12–14 credits

Course / Task	Description	Type	Units / Hours
FT 3	Fire Behavior and Combustion	MajorCredit for Prior Learning	3 credits
FT 4	Fire Prevention	MajorCredit for Prior Learning	3 credits
GE AA/AS: Natural Sciences	GE AA/AS: Natural Sciences	General Education	3–5 credits
GE AA/AS: Social and Behavioral Sciences	GE AA/AS: Social and Behavioral Sciences	General EducationCredit for Prior Learning	3 credits
Apply for Transfer	Support and Activities	Milestone	- n/a
Financial Aid	Apply for financial aid for next year (FAFSA or CADAA). Priority deadline is March 2nd.	Milestone	- n/a
Review your SEP in DegreeWorks	Check in with your counselor if needed to ensure you are on track to register for spring classes.	Milestone	- n/a

Term 4 — Spring 2028 | 18–22 credits

Course / Task	Description	Type	Units / Hours
GE AA/AS: Art and Humanities	GE AA/AS: Art and Humanities	General Education	3–5 credits
GE AS: Area of Wellness -Physical Activity	GE AS: Area of Wellness -Physical Activity	General EducationCredit for Prior Learning	1–3 credits
Electives	Electives	Elective	14 credits
Graduation	Submit “Request for Degree or Certificate” form to Admissions & Records Office by April 1st	Milestone	- n/a
General Education Certification	Submit GE Certification Request form if completing all general education courses prior to transfer.	Milestone	- n/a

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