FS12 Forensic Science Technology, Diploma

Offered at the Griffin Campus

Program Entrance Term: Fall, Spring Summer
Minimum Length of Program: 5 terms
Minimum Credit Hours for Graduation: 51

Program Description

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.

Admission Requirements

  • Submit completed application and application fee
  • Be at least 16 years of age
  • Submit official high school transcript or GED transcript with test scores and ALL post-secondary transcripts in an official sealed envelope
  • Meet assessment requirements

Public Safety Employment Awareness Statement

A criminal history will not hinder a student from receiving a certificate, diploma, or degree in a Public Safety program from Southern Crescent Technical College; however, a student with a criminal background may be denied employment in the public safety field.

The following is a suggested path to complete this program in a timely manner. An individual’s path to completion may be different based on institutional and personal factors affecting his/her academic progress.

Note: While all courses are offered, they may vary by term and campus. See the program advisor for any questions.

Contact Us

Julie Gates, B.S., Program Coordinator

Email: Julie.Gates@sctech.edu

Phone: (770) 412-5751 

 

Program Courses

First Term

FOSC 1206Introduction to Forensic Science

3

ENGL 1010Fundamentals of English I

3

PSYC 1010Basic Psychology

3

 

COLL 1500Student Success

3

OR

COMP 1000Introduction to Computer Literacy

3

Second Term

MATH 1012Foundations of Mathematics

3

CRJU 1010Introduction to Criminal Justice

3

CRJU 1062Methods of Criminal Investigation

3

CRJU 1063Crime Scene Processing

3

Third Term

CRJU 2050Criminal Procedure

3

ALHS 1011Structure and Function of the Human Body

5

FOSC 2010Crime Scene Investigation I

4

Fourth Term

FOSC 2011Crime Scene Investigation II

4

FOSC 2014Documentation and Report Preparation

4

FOSC 2150Case Preparation and Courtroom Testimony

4

Fifth Term

FOSC 2033Death Investigation

3