Fire Protection Engineering Technology

Program Description

Discover a global career in the fire industry. Be a leader in developing and implementing design and business solutions for this industry.

Seneca’s Fire Protection Technology program is a North American benchmark in providing a comprehensive fire protection education combining the best aspects of both fire prevention and fire suppression.

As a student, you’ll work with state-of-the-art equipment under the guidance of fire protection professors and industry practitioners in the fire sciences labs.

Admission Requirements

Program Eligibility:

• Ontario Secondary School Diploma with a majority of senior credits at the College Preparation (C), University Preparation (U) or University/College Preparation (M) level or Mature Student Status (age 19 or older)
• Grade 12 English: ENG4(C) or ENG4(U)
• Grade 12 Mathematics*: MCT4(C) Mathematics for College Technology (recommended grade 60% or over) or Grade 12 (U) Mathematics, MHF4(U) (Advanced Functions) or MCV4(U) (Calculus and Vectors)

* Seneca may also consider applicants with good grades in MAP4(C) or MCR3(U).

Note: All applicants who are offered admission to programs in the Faculty of Applied Science and Engineering Technology will have an English and Mathematics skills assessment. The assessments are used for academic placement in English and Mathematics courses that are appropriate to the student’s skill level. In the event a preparatory course is required before enrolling in the standard semester one English or Mathematics, students will automatically be timetabled into the appropriate preparatory course.

Applicant Selection:

• Applicant grades in pre-requisite subjects (or their equivalents) may be used as a basis for the selection of candidates.

The Importance of Learning Skills:
Student success in college requires well developed learning skills (such as being able to work independently, participate in a team, be well-organized, develop good work habits, and show initiative). These skills are as important as prior academic achievement. While it is expected that applicants would have developed these skills through previous education and life experiences, Seneca offers support to assist students with further development of these important skills. Seminars, workshops and tutoring are available at Seneca's Learning Centres.

Your Career

Start your career in sprinkler design, advanced fire protection and fire fighting with the Fire Protection Engineering Technology advanced diploma. Our graduates enter these vital fields with knowledge of fire protection software, in addition to training in sophisticated design and fire suppression practice. This program has strong job placement. For more information please visit fireprotection.senecac.on.ca

Fire Fighter Training

Upon graduation you’ll be eligible for direct entry into the Pre-Service Firefighter program.

Areas of Study

This program prepares students for abundant opportunities in local and international fields. Major areas of study include the advanced design and installation of fire protection systems, leading-edge computer software systems, fire dynamics, properties and hazards, advanced sprinkler and alarm development, as well as optional training in wildland fire suppression.

Co-operative Education Option

The Fire Protection Engineering Technology program offers an optional Co-operative Education program. To qualify, you must complete semester two with passing grades in all subjects, meet appropriate G.P.A. requirements, and be entering into the three-year (six-semester) program. Students enrolling in the program in semester four have access, through the CPP100 subject and the co-op office, to valuable placement services. The program consists of one work term providing course-related experience, employer contacts, and improved opportunities for desired placement after graduation. Co-op leads to jobs.

Affiliations and Associations

• Canadian Automatic Sprinkler Association
• Canadian Fire Alarm Association
• Canadian Fire Safety Association
• National Fire Protection Association
• Ontario Industrial Fire Protection Association
• Society of Fire Protection Engineers

Fast Track into Semester Three

If you have prior post-secondary education in Mechanical Engineering or other related technology disciplines you may qualify to FAST TRACK your studies through direct entry into the second year of this program. The granting of credits beyond semester two is possible in exceptional cases. FAST TRACK entry may, at the discretion of the department, be offered to partially qualified candidates, in conjunction with requirements to complete additional subjects from semesters one or two.

Diploma to Degree... and Beyond

Through transfer agreements and institution partnerships, graduates of this Seneca College program may be eligible for credit at the following post-secondary institution(s):

Toronto

Ontario

Canada

U.S.

Curriculum

Professional Option Streams:

Students entering the fifth semester can choose from one of three program streams: Fire Science; Sprinkler Design or the University of Cincinnati Articulation Degree Stream. For more information, please contact the program co-ordinator.

Fire Science:

Note: Please refer to the Professional Options tab on this page for a complete listing of options.

Professional Options

Note: Professional option subjects not having a minimum number of students enrolled may be cancelled at the discretion of the School. Not all professional options are offered every semester.

University of Cincinnati - Bachelor of Science Fire and Safety Engineering Technology Stream

Degree Articulation Program with Seneca College:

Students interested in the articulation agreement between Seneca College and the University of Cincinnati must have a grade of "C" or better in all subjects at the end of the sixth semester and must have a SAT in ICA001. All potential students should consider taking PSY100 as a General Education option in the second, third or fourth semester. Students who do not meet these standards may still complete and graduate from the standard (FPT) Fire Protection Engineering Technology Program, provided they meet the program graduation requirements.

The application process for the University of Cincinnati occurs after graduating from Seneca College.

Your Career:

The fire science/fire technologist graduate is prepared to enter the rapidly growing field of employment in the fire protection industry throughout North America. By combining the latest in fire protection technology and fire protection management, the graduate is in a position that is highly sought after by many employers in fields such as, risk management, insurance, sprinkler design and installation, fire service positions, code enforcement and many others. For more information visit the following websites:

• fireprotection.senecac.on.ca
• www.uc.edu/cas/firescience

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