The Forensic Science AAS Degree focuses on using physical, biomedical and social sciences to analyze and evaluate physical evidence, human testimony and criminal suspects.
Courses focus on evidence processing and procedures for local, state and federal law enforcement agencies. Students learn both theory and hands-on analysis of latent evidence, such as fingerprint classification, identification and chemical development. They record, cast and recognize footwear and tire-tracks and process crime scenes. Issues and concepts of communications and the use of computers and computer-assisted design programs in crime scene technology are discussed.
Graduates should qualify for employment in a variety of criminal justice organizations, especially in local, state and federal law enforcement and corrections agencies.