Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice - Forensic Investigation Concentration
The Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice with concentration in Forensic Investigation degree (BSCJ-FI) program is designed to provide a solid foundation in law enforcement, the courts, and corrections; it also equips the student with a foundational forensic investigative knowledge and skill base. Combining the best of theory and practice, the BSCJ with concentration in Forensic Investigation provides the student with exciting opportunities through lab and practicum experiences in the investigation of crimes and criminal profiling.
BSCJ Program prepares the student to:
- Possess the knowledge and skills to help secure a position in the criminal justice field
- Identify/recognize the diverse needs of the criminal justice system and the public it serves
- Apply communication, professional skills and technical knowledge in the criminal justice field
- Demonstrate a foundational forensic investigative knowledge and skill base
Degree Requirements
Courses: General Education
| CJUS261 | Ethics in Criminal Justice | 4.5 |
| ENGL101 | Composition and Critical Thinking | 4.5 |
| ENGL103 | Composition: Writing and Research | 4.5 |
| COMS201 | Technical and Professional Writing | 4.5 |
| IT102 | Computers and Information Technology Literacy | 4.5 |
| GOVT201 | American Government and Public Affairs | 4.5 |
| LITR201 | Literature: A Reflection of Life | 4.5 |
| MATH102 | Introduction to College Math | 4.5 |
| MATH106 | Algebra for Business | 4.5 |
| PSYC102 | Introductory Psychology | 4.5 |
| SCI101 | Introduction to the Sciences | 4.5 |
| SCI103 | Science and Technology- Laboratory Course | 1.5 |
| SCI201 | Environmental Science and Sustainability | 4.5 |
| SCI203 | Environmental Science and Sustainability- Laboratory Course | 1.5 |
| SOCL102 | Introductory Sociology | 4.5 |
| UNIV104 | Academic and Career Success | 4.5 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 66 |
Courses: Core
Courses: Concentration
| CJFI360 | Introduction to Criminalistics | 4 |
| CJFI410 | Advanced Crime Scene Forensics | 4 |
| CJFI420 | Forensic Photography & Crime Scene Documentation | 4 |
| CJFI430 | Medico-Legal Death Investigations | 4 |
| CJFI440 | Bones, Bugs & Teeth – The Recovery of Human Remains | 4 |
| CJUS448 | Criminal Investigation | 4 |
| CJFI451 | Introduction to Ridgeology | 4 |
| CJUS460 | Interview and Interrogation | 4 |
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| CJUS475 | Internship | 4 |
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| CJUS484 | Criminal Justice Capstone | 4 |
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| ELE | Select 4 credit hours of electives from the list provided | 4 |
| HRMT215 | Management of Human Resources | 4 |
| IT254 | Spreadsheet Applications | 4 |
| MGM335 | Organizational Behavior Principles | 4 |
| PBAD301 | Grant Writing Basics | 4 |
| PSYC346 | Forensic Psychology | 4 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 60 |
Total Credit Hours: 182