Fire Science Technology. Annual Report

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1 Fire Science Technology Annual Report

2 FTE Department Totals Fire Science Fire Science * by Area Fire Administration 0.30 Wildland 0.32 Fire Science Fire Academy Total *Due to budget constraints, the college made the decision to end the social program to fire departments spring semester The program allowed for fire departments to bill back the majority of the tuition costs associated with a fire academy.

3 Fire Science Placement / 5-Year Average Aims State Employed Related Employed Unrelated Unemployed Continuing their Education Fire Science Completion Rates / 5-Year Average 120% 100% 80% 60% 40% Aims State 20% 0% Completion Rates

4 Demographic Trends / 5-Year Average 100% 90% 80% 70% 60% 50% 40% 30% 20% 10% 0% Male Female Ethnic Minority Disadvantaged Aims 94% 6% 10% 9% State 89% 11% 15% 33% Aims State

5 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 Overall, this program provided me with the knowledge needed for my career Overall, this program provided my with the skills needed for my career The clinical facilities used in the program provided a good learning environment 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.

6 EMPLOYER SATISFACTION SURVEY Employer Identification for FY 2009 Completers RATING: 5=Highly Satisfied/1=Not CTE Programs Completers Employers Satisfied # # # # Skills preparation in the following areas: Name of Program Reporte Contacte Reporte Identifie Specific Workplac Gen Ed Gen Occ d d d d Occ e Overall Skills Rating Accounting Associate Degree RN Automotive Technology Aviation Technology Basic Peace Officer Academy Building/Constr. Site Mgt /////// /////// ///////// ///////// ////// Business Technologies Collision Repair Technology Computer Info. Systems /////// /////// ///////// ///////// ////// Criminal Justice Early Childhood Certificate Emergency Medical Services Engineering: CAD Fire Science Technology Graphic Technology Interactive Design /////// /////// ///////// ///////// ////// Animation /// /// / / //// Interactive Design Web /////// /////// ///////// ///////// ////// ID: Web Design Specialist /////// /// /////// /// ///////// / ///////// / ////// //// Mammography Technologist Marketing/Management Medical Admin. Assistant Medical Office Technologies Nurse Aide (CNA) Phlebotomy Technician Practical Nursing /////// /////// ///////// ///////// ////// Radiologic Technology Surgical Technology Welding Technology Totals:

7 Program Outcome 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 Program Outcomes Measurement 85% of the students enrolled successfully complete: FST 105 FST 106 FST 204 Enrolled that Passed 21 (91%) 18 (95%) 17 (94%) that Withdrew that Failed Meets Criteria /No 2. Graduates will successfully demonstrate communications skills necessary to competitively compete in oral board assessments. FST (100%) Graduates will be able to manage an emergency incident using appropriate strategies and tactics while adhering to applicable safety standards. FST 103 FST (65%) 17 (85%) No 4. Graduates will demonstrate a working knowledge of fire apparatus maintenance, fire pump operations, and mobile water supply. FST (65%) 4 2 No 5. Graduates will demonstrate the ability to conduct a basic fire investigation. FST (86%) Graduates will understand and be able to explain the company officer s role in the fire service. 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. 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. FST (67%) 1 5 No FST (96%) 1 0 FST (56%) 4 0 No

8 Program Outcome 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 Program Outcomes 5 Year Average Measurement 85% of the students enrolled successfully complete: FST 105 FST 106 FST 204 Enrolled Fall 05- Spring that Passed 103 (88%) 95 (96%) 100(91%) that Withdrew that Failed Meets Criteria /No 10. Graduates will successfully demonstrate communications skills necessary to competitively compete in oral board assessments. FST 110 or (92%) Graduates will be able to manage an emergency incident using appropriate strategies and tactics while adhering to applicable safety standards. FST 103 FST (87%) 100 (85%) Graduates will demonstrate a working knowledge of fire apparatus maintenance, fire pump operations, and mobile water supply. FST (86%) Graduates will demonstrate the ability to conduct a basic fire investigation. FST (94%) Graduates will understand and be able to explain the company officer s role in the fire service. FST (88%) 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. 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 251* *Only one year of data FST 289** **Only two years of data (96%) (57%) 5 4 No

9 PROGRAM ADVISORY COMMITTEE ANNUAL EVALUATION The Fire Science program Advisory Committee has reviewed the career and technical education program for the school year and submit this composite evaluation and recommendations. CLASSROOM INSTRUCTION: 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. - 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. - 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. - 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. - X Recommendations: Five submitted / all answered YES. No recommendations or comments were submitted. 6. The evaluation of students is appropriate and measures the student s progress based on business / industrial standards.

10 - 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. - X Recommendations: Five submitted / all answered YES. One comment submitted, To the best of my knowledge, yes. ENROLLMENT: 1. Program recruitment strategies are active and effective. - 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. - 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. - 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. FACILITY: 1. The classroom and laboratory/shop space is sufficient for training activities. -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. 2. Storage facilities are adequate and accessible.

11 BUDGET: - X Recommendations: Five submitted / all answered YES. Only one recommendation and/or comment was submitted; To the best of my knowledge. 1. The program chair has requested advisory committee input on cost projection for supplies and equipment. - X Recommendations: Five submitted / only four stated YES. One recommendation and/or comment was received; I don t know. PLACEMENT: 1. The advisory committee has been consulted and asked for recommendations on placement of program completers. - 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. - 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. - 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. ADVISORY COMMITTEE: 1. The advisory committee has been kept well informed about program activities and has received minutes from previous meetings. - 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. - X Recommendations: Five submitted / all answered YES. There were no recommendations and/or comments submitted. As chairman of the Fire Science Advisory Committee, I submit this composite evaluation and recommendations for the school year. Stephen Charles May 18, 2010 Chairman Date

12 Department Goals Implement and advertise the new Basic Firefighter Certificate and A.A.S. degrees. 2. Research the possibility of implementing Blue Card Command Training through Target Safety. 3. Develop and implement an online course for Fire Instructor I. 4. Expand the agreement with Regis and Franklin University to include the new A.A.S. degrees. 5. Develop an online orientation for the Fire Science programs. Board of Trustees - Annual Goals GOAL #1 - Develop a budget representing the current economic situation, while maintaining the quality of academic programs to help students learn. a. Maintain a general fund balance sufficient to cover the projected two-year downturn GOAL #2 - Engage employees in continuous improvement initiatives and activities to support learning Department Goals Increase enrollment by 5 students for each AAS degree 2. Run one Fire Officer class for Increase recruiting efforts to at least 3 activities per semester 4. Develop a tracking system to contact graduates regarding placement

13 Program Strengths: High completion rates Amount of hands-on training Instructor knowledge Instructor experience Interactive class sessions Case studies Fire Academy & EMT provide good foundation Instructors willingness to help Employer satisfaction survey gave high marks for the program Program outcomes on target with measurement except for one criteria Areas Identified as Needing Improvement: Placement rates low requesting time to meet with instructors outside of class Outdated equipment/additional equipment (Fire engine & tower for water supply) Clearer instructions for hybrid classes Increased recruitment activities Capstone class not meeting the measurement for the program outcomes Lengthen the period of time the Investigation Class runs (FST 205)

14 Program Improvement Plan 1. Curriculum Changes a. Extend class time for Investigation and night HMO classes b. Work with faculty to increase communication regarding online/hybrid class requirements c. CPAT license obtained so now testing is official d. Limit the number of instructors for one class e. Capstone changes: i. Increase English requirement to ENG 122 ii. Topic assignment changed iii. Increased communication with the instructor iv. Changed syllabus requirements based on student input 2. Learning Centeredness a. Research opportunities for students and faculty to meet outside of class b. Develop a system to contact students when they do not complete a class to find out what would have helped them to pass the class c. Computer lab added 3. Syllabus Changes a. Work with faculty to implement writing assignments into each course to better prepare students for capstone requirements and real life expectations 4. Budget/Facility Implementation a. Funding allocated for the purchase of a new fire engine b. Research water supply training needs/implementation of props