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FORENSIC SCIENCE TECHNOLOGY |
Check us out!The Forensic Science Technology program prepares students for various careers in the rapidly growing field of forensic science. Students will gain knowledge and skills in this program that will prepare them for entrance, retention or advancement into careers such as crime scene investigation, death investigation, laboratory technology, evidence technology, forensic computer science, and general forensic science or criminal justice fields.
Forensic Science Technology Frequently Asked Questions
Check out these websites on Forensic Science:
American Academy of Forensic Sciences:
www.aafs.org
International Association of Identification:
www.theiai.org
Crime Scene Investigation:
www.crime-scene-investigator.net
General Forensic Science Questions:
www.forensicpage.com
THE ASSOCIATE DEGREE PROGRAM
The forensic
science technology program prepares students for various careers in the rapidly
growing field of forensic science. Students will gain knowledge and skills in
this program that will prepare them for entrance, retention or advancement into
careers such as crime scene investigation, death investigation, laboratory
technology, evidence technology, forensic computer science, and general forensic
science or criminal justice fields.
Degree Admission Requirements: Applicants must meet general admissions requirements, and also must: 1. Be at least 18 years of age. 2. Present official documentation of an earned high school diploma, GED, or college degree. 3. Present acceptable ASSET, COMPASS, SAT, ACT or CPE scores taken within the last five years or transfer of program level English and math from a regionally accredited college or university with a grade of C or better. 4. Some courses require a grade of "C" or higher for advancement to the next course of study.
THE DIPLOMA PROGRAM
The Forensic Science Technology program prepares students for various careers in the rapidly growing field of forensic science. Students will gain knowledge and skills in this program that will prepare them for entrance, retention or advancement into careers such as crime scene investigation, death investigation, laboratory technology, evidence technology, forensic computer science, and general forensic science or criminal justice fields.
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| ENG | 101 | English |
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| MAT | 101 | Mathematics |
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| PSY | 101 | Psychology |
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| SCT | 100 | Introduction to Microcomputers |
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| AHS | 101 | Anatomy & Physiology |
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| AHS | 105 | Inorganic Chemistry |
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| FST | 100 | Introduction to Criminal Justice |
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| FST | 205 | Criminal Behavior |
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| FST | 206 | Introduction to Forensic Science |
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| FST | 214 | Document and Report Preparation |
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| FST | 210 | Crime Scene Investigation I |
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| FST | 211 | Crime Scene Investigation II |
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| FST | 215 | Courtroom Testimony |
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| FST | 230 | Criminal Procedure |
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| FST | Xxx | Electives |
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Forensic Computer Science |
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| FST | 210 | Crime Scene Investigation I |
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| FST | 230 | Criminal Procedure |
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| CIS | 103 | Operating Systems Concepts |
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| CIS | 122 | Microcomputer Installation |
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| CIS | 286 | A+ Certification |
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| CIS | 1140 | Networking Fundamentals |
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| FST | 239 | Forensic Computer Science |
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THE ASSOCIATE DEGREE PROGRAM |
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The
Forensic Science Technology
Program prepares students for various careers in the
rapidly growing field of forensic science. Students will
gain knowledge and skills in this program that will
prepare them for entrance, retention or advancement into
careers such as crime scene investigation, death
investigation, laboratory technology, evidence
technology, forensic computer science, and general
forensic science or criminal justice fields.
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credits required for graduation: 98/110
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Crime Scene Investigation
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| FST | 210 | Crime Scene Investigation I |
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| FST | 211 | Crime Scene Investigation II |
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| FST | 215 | Courtroom Testimony |
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| FST | 230 | Criminal Procedure |
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| FST | Xxx | Electives |
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Forensic Computer Science |
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| FST | 210 | Crime Scene Investigation I |
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| FST | 230 | Criminal Procedure |
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| CIS | 103 | Operating Systems Concepts |
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| CIS | 122 |
Microcomputer Installation
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| CIS | 286 | A+ Certification |
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| CIS | 1140 | Networking Fundamentals |
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| FST | 239 | Forensic Computer Science |
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