With a heavy focus on criminal justice, investigation, and science, the Forensic Science associate in applied science degree prepares students for employment in crime scene investigation and/or to upgrade to a position within the criminal justice field.

STUDENTS GAIN KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE IN:

• Fundamental concepts of chemistry and biology as related to forensic investigation
• Documentation and oral description of crime scenes, physical evidence and scientific processes
• Photographing crime scene evidence
• Collection, examination, comparison and identification of fingerprints
• Collection of blood, trace and fiber evidence
• Casting of shoe print impressions
• Assistance in identifying deceased individuals

GRADUATES MAY PURSUE CAREERS AS:

• Detectives
• Deputy Sheriffs
• Criminal Investigators
• Crime Scene Photographers
• Crime Scene Technicians

Alignment of program learning outcomes to courses in the program.