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    Apr 30, 2024  
2020-21 Academic Catalog 
    
2020-21 Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Forensic Science, AS (880-05)


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Designed to introduce students to the many disciplines available within the field while providing a basic foundation to pursue specific areas of interest at a four-year college or university. Upon graduation with a forensic science specialization associate degree, students can obtain employment as a forensic science technician or a records officer.

Program Curriculum


First Semester


Semester Total: 14 Credits


Second Semester


Semester Total: 16-17 Credits


Third Semester


  • ENG - Literature Elective 3 cr. 2
  • Social Science Elective 3 cr. 4
  • PED/HLT - Physical Education or Health 1 cr.
  • Approved Forensic Elective 3-4 cr. 3
  • Science with Laboratory 4 cr. 5

Semester Total: 14-15 Credits


Fourth Semester


  • CST - Communication Elective 3 cr. 2
  • Social Science Elective 3 cr. 4
  • Science with Laboratory 4 cr. 5
  • Humanities/Fine Arts Elective 3 cr. 2
  • Approved STEM Elective 3-4 cr. 6

Semester Total: 16-17 Credits


Program Total: 60-63 Credits


1 Student should check with the institution to which they will be transferring to determine the most appropriate math courses to take. MTH 245 - Statistics I  should be taken prior to transferring.
2 See list of Program Electives  in the catalog.
3 It is recommended that students choose from the following forensic electives: ADJ 100 ADJ 228 ADJ 278 , PHY 201  or PHY 202 .
4 See list of Program Electives  in the catalog. It is recommended that students choose from the following: SOC 200 , PSY 200 , PSY 230 , or ADJ 247.
5 A full year sequence of BIO, CHM or PHY with lab is required.
6 It is recommended that students choose from the following electives: ADJ 228 , BIO, CHM or PHY. Students are advised to meet with an academic or faculty advisor for optimum course selection for desired major and transfer institution.

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