Forensic Science Minor

Denise Gemmellaro, Ph.D.

Location: C-130, George Hennings Research Science Building, Main Campus

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Forensic Science is the application of scientific principles to assist criminal and civil investigations, plus litigation. This 18-credit minor in Forensic Science provides students with a strong foundation in biological, chemical, physical, and other sciences through the introduction of forensic biology, chemistry, crime scene investigation and relevant disciplines. Students are educated on the relationship between forensic science and the criminal justice system in the investigation and resolution of crimes, the collection and analysis of scientific evidence, and court room testimony.

Minor Requirements

• 18 credits total
• MATH 1054 Pre-calculus (3 credits) is a GE course is required to be completed prior to enrolling in this minor
• 4 required FSC courses (13 credits)
• 1 or more FSC electives
• One required course and on course from elective courses in 3000 or above level
• Minimum grade of C is required in all courses

Required Core Courses 13

FSC 1000	INTRODUCTION TO FORENSIC SCIENCE	3
FSC 1800	FORENSIC SCIENCE AND THE LAW	3
FSC 2600	CSI PROCEDURES	3
FSC 3300	APPLIED FORENSIC SCIENCE	4

Additional Required Courses 5

Select 5 credits, with advisement, from the following selection:

FSC 3500	FORENSIC ENTOMOLOGY, THE USE OF INSECTS IN CRIMINAL INVESTIGATIONS	3
	AND
FSC 3500L	FORENSIC ENTOMOLOGY LABORATORY	1
FSC 3700	INTRODUCTION TO FORENSIC TOXICOLOGY	3
FSC 4291	RESEARCH IN FORENSIC SCIENCE	1
FSC 4292	RESEARCH IN FORENSIC SCIENCE	2
FSC 4293	RESEARCH IN FORENSIC SCIENCE	3
FSC 4709	FORENSIC GENETICS	3
	AND
FSC 4709L	FORENSIC GENETICS LABORATORY	1
FSC 4020	FORENSIC BIOLOGY	4
FSC 4030	FORENSIC CHEMISTRY	4
FSC 4500	FORENSIC MICROSCOPY	4

Total Credit Hours: 18