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56 Doña Ana Community CollegeRelated Requirements13 creditsbmgt 140 Principles of Supervision I 3ahs 120 Medical Terminology 3ahs 140 Essentials of Anatomy and Physiology (4) 4or sp M+ sp M271271LHuman Systemic Anatomy (3)Human Systemic Anatomy Lab (1)Approved elective 3Technical Requirements47–53 credits* Courses with single asterisk are required for admission to Paramedic program.** OEEM 235 and 245 are not required in all cases. Check with program director.oeem 201* Human Pathophysiology 3oeem 202 EMT–Paramedic I: Respiratory Emergencies 3oeem 203 EMT–Paramedic II: Trauma Emergencies 3oeem 206* Introduction to Advanced Prehospital Care 3oeem 207* EMT–Paramedic Pharmacology 3oeem 210 Cardiac Rhythm Interpretation 3oeem 212 EMT–Paramedic IV: Cardiovascular Emergencies 3oeem 213 EMT–Paramedic: Medical Emergencies I 3oeem 214 EMT–Paramedic: Medical Environmental 3Emergencies IIoeem 216 EMT–Paramedic: Reproductive and Childhood 3Emergenciesoeem 230 EMT–Paramedic Clinical Experience I 3oeem 231 EMT–Paramedic Clinical Experience II 3oeem 235** EMT–Paramedic Clinical Experience III 0–3oeem 240 EMT–Paramedic Field Experience I 3oeem 241 EMT–Paramedic Field Internship I 3oeem 242 EMT–Paramedic Field Internship II 3oeem 243 EMT–Paramedic Preparation for Practice 2oeem 245** EMT–Paramedic Field Internship III 0–3Fire InvestigationsAssociate of Applied Science Degree(575) 527-7746 or 528-7247Fire investigations is a complex career field that involves multiple disciplines,including the criminal justice system. Fire investigators must be analytical,as well as knowledgeable in criminal investigations, the rule of law,and arrest, search and seizure. They usually rely on scientific principles andresearch in an analysis of fire remains to determine the cause and origin ofthe fire. Investigators work to determine whether the fire was deliberately setand what contributed to its subsequent growth. These findings can becomean integral part of a criminal investigation that may require legal action tobe taken against the responsible party.Fire investigation findings can also be used in the evaluation of existingfire codes and development of legislation to prevent and reduce the lossof life and property due to fire. The fire investigations program provides thefire student with a basic foundation in fire science and law enforcement toactively seek a career in the field of fire investigations.In order to receive credit toward the associate degree, a student must earn agrade of C or better in all classes.NOTE: All courses in this program may be applied toward a Bachelor ofApplied Studies or Bachelor of Individualized Studies degree at NMSU. Thisprogram does not certify the student as a fire investigator, but promotes professionaldevelopment to help reduce the loss of life and property from fire.Students seeking fire investigator certification should consult the variousprofessional associations granting certification.Required Skills and AbilitiesPhysical AbilitiesThis program requires that the student be able to—• lift, carry and balance up to 125 pounds (250 pounds with assistance)• assume a variety of postural positions and be capable of physical maneuversranging from crawling, kneeling, squatting, twisting, turning,and bending, to climbing stairs and ladders)• withstand varied environmental conditions such as extreme heat,cold, and moisture.Technology CompetenciesIn an effort to assist students with adequate preparation for their courseworkat DACC, technology competencies have been identified and established.These competencies are in effect for all courses taken in the Fire Investigationsprogram. Students must possess the following minimum competencies.Additional competencies may be required for particular courses/programs:• Access course and program material on the Web using MozillaFirefox and/or MS Internet Explorer• Correspond with DACC students and faculty using e-mail and theWeb• Read/print e-mail and attachments/files from students and faculty• Complete, send, and receive assignments using e-mail and attachments/files• Use the DACC Library e-books, e-journals, databases, or credibleWorld Wide Web resources for research and completion of courseassignments• Prepare and conduct presentations in the classroom using presentationequipment as required.• Use the appropriate software for a given course (DACC uses as standardsMicrosoft products, including MS Word, MS Project, MS Excel,and MS PowerPoint)• Use CD-ROMs when required as part of course assignments• Use an appropriate anti-virus application to insure the files transmittedand received are virus free• Use recommended plagiarism review software to insure work is notplagiarizedLeveling Courses (24 credits)Students without a degree in Fire Science Technology will also need to completethe courses in this section. They may be taken while enrolled in theFire Investigations program.Leveling Courses24 creditsfire 114 Fire Behavior and Combustion 3fire 126 Fire Prevention I 3fire 210 Building Construction for the Fire Services 3fire 216 Hazardous Materials Chemistry 3fire 223 Fire Investigations I 3fire 225 Fire Protection Systems 3fire 233 Practical Approach to Terrorism 3oeem 115 First Responder Prehospital Professional 3