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Hans Silberschlag, Ed.D.
Residential Faculty - Fire Science ~ Fire Service Management
Applied Sciences and Technology
Office: Downtown Center - Room: 437
480-461-6300
480-461-6311 (alt)
602-228-4117 (mobile)
Office Hours
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
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| 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
| 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM | 3:00 PM - 5:00 AM | 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM | ||
| By appointment |
Office hours that are listed are in-person, plus are available by appointment and/or prior to scheduled class times.
Profile
Chief Hans Silberschlag (Ret.) has been affiliated with Mesa Community College since 1979 when he began taking Fire Science courses. Hired by Tempe Fire Medical Rescue Department in 1986, he promoted through the ranks of Firefighter, Paramedic, Engineer, Captain, Battalion Chief, Deputy Chief, and Assistant Fire Chief. He retired after 33 years of service with the City of Tempe and transitioned to Mesa Community College fulltime. While working in the fire service he began teaching as an Adjunct Faculty Member for Mesa Community College in 1988 as an EMT instructor, and transitioned to teaching Fire Science courses after a few years. In 1993, Hans was one of the original instructors for the MCC Fire Academy (FSC 102 - Fire Operations) and became the Fire Academy Coordinator in 1997. Hans split a Residential Faculty Position with another half-time faculty member until 2018 when he transitioned to a fulltime Residential Faculty member and Program Director for the MCC Fire Science Program. Hans has earned an AAS in Fire Science, and B.S. in Public Safety Management, a M.Ed. in Educational Leadership - Community College/Higher Education, and an Ed.D in Higher Education Leadership. He has also earned the Executive Fire Officer designation and credentialing from the National Fire Academy, along with a Certified Public Manager designation and credentialing from Arizona State University.
Classes Taught
Summer 2024
| FSC202 | Supervisory Training For Firefighters | 3 Credits | ||||
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Administrative methods applied to the fire service, departmental organization, and personnel management. Includes fire alarm signaling systems, fire service planning, and relationships with other city departments. Prerequisites: None. |
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| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
15235 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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06/05/2024 - 07/31/2024 |
Class Started |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. |
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Fall 2024
| FSC105 | Hazardous Materials Awareness and Operations | 3 Credits | ||||
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Basic methods of recognition and identification based upon the chemical and physical properties of hazardous materials; basic safety procedures when utilizing specific types of protective clothing and equipment; basic tactical information relating to scene management. Satisfies minimum standards for certification testing set forth by the current ProBoard and/or Arizona State Training and Certifying Authority. Prerequisites: None. |
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| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
13505 |
Downtown Center DTC/Centennial Way Room 422 |
In Person
Lecture/Lab
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08/19/2024 - 12/13/2024 |
MoWe |
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
Closed |
| FSC108 | Fundamentals of Fire Prevention | 3 Credits | ||||
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Fundamentals of fire prevention. Includes techniques, procedures, regulations, and enforcement. Also includes discussion of hazards in ordinary and special occupancies. Field trips and lectures from industry also included. Prerequisites: None. |
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| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
13506 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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08/19/2024 - 12/13/2024 |
Open 17 of 30 |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. |
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| FSC202 | Supervisory Training For Firefighters | 3 Credits | ||||
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Administrative methods applied to the fire service, departmental organization, and personnel management. Includes fire alarm signaling systems, fire service planning, and relationships with other city departments. Prerequisites: None. |
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| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
16220 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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08/17/2024 - 10/12/2024 |
Open 2 of 20 |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. |
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Fall Flex Start 2024
| FSC101 | Introduction to Fire Service Selection and Entry | 4 Credits | ||||
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Overview of the application and selection processes used by various fire departments and fire service organizations. Focus on the skills and abilities required for entry-level positions in the fire department, including oral and written communication skills, mathematical and mechanical skills, problem-solving skills, and physical agility and stamina. Elements of fire service culture and their effects on personal growth and interpersonal relationships. Major components of written application processes, requirements, preparation of resumes and their effect on employment prospects. Preparation for the interview to include communications skills, mental preparation techniques, behaviors, and the importance of the interview in the pre-employment process. Prerequisites: None. |
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| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
13518 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture/Lab
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08/26/2024 - 11/12/2024 |
Open 6 of 18 |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. |
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| FSC174 | Functions of Command | 2 Credits | ||||
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Basic functions of command in the fire service. Includes brief history and future trends of incident command. Analysis of recent local, national, and international tactical and strategic concerns. Utilizes a Command Training Center to provide real-time, computer- and prop-enhanced simulations. Prerequisites: Permission of Instructor. Corequisites: FSC102. |
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Course Notes: Special registration is required through the EMT/Fire Science Department; please visit www.mesacc.edu/departments/fire-science-emt to complete the registration form, view prerequisite courses, or contact the department. |
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| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
15140 |
Downtown Center DTC/Centennial Way Room 451 |
Hybrid
Lecture/Lab
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08/30/2024 - 12/13/2024 |
Fr |
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM |
Open 9 of 18 |
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Notes: Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session.
Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. |
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| FSC204 | Firefighting Tactics and Strategy | 3 Credits | ||||
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Methods of coordinating personnel, equipment, and apparatus on the fireground. Practical methods of controlling and extinguishing structural and other types of fires. Includes simulation exercises. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in FSC113 or permission of Instructor or current employment as a firefighter and/or Firefighter I and II Certification and/or related experience as determined by the Program Director. |
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| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
16232 |
Downtown Center Downtown Center/Centennial Way |
Hybrid
Lecture
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10/04/2024 - 12/13/2024 |
Open 17 of 20 |
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Notes: Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session.
Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. |
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Degrees & Awards
A.A.S. Degree - Fire Science
B.S. Degree - Public Safety Management
M.Ed. - Educational Leadership - Community College/Higher Education
Ed.D. - Higher Education Leadership
Executive Fire Officer designation and credentialing from the National Fire Academy
Certified Public Manager designation and credentialing from Arizona State University
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