Criminal Justice-Forensic Science Concentration
Criminal Justice Technology students have the option to concentrate in Forensic Science. Students will learn both theory and hands-on analysis of latent evidence.
Forensic Science is a concentration under the curriculum of Criminal Justice Technology, which focuses on the application of the physical, biomedical, and social sciences to the analysis and evaluation of physical evidence, human testimony and criminal suspects. Study will focus on local, state, and federal law enforcement, evidence processing and procedures.
Students will learn both theory and hands-on analysis of latent evidence. They will learn fingerprint classification, identification, and chemical development. Students will 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 will be discussed.
Graduates should qualify for employment in a variety of criminal justice organizations especially in local, state, and federal law enforcement, and correctional agencies.
PROGRAM INFORMATION
Program Options
Program Options
- Criminal Justice Technology: Forensics Science Concentration, AAS
- Criminal Justice Technology: Forensics Science Concentration Crime Scene Investigation Certificate
- Criminal Justice Technology: Forensics Science Concentration Crime Scene High School Pathway Certificate
Please see the catalog for more information about the degree option in this curriculum.
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Career Outlook
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Catawba Valley Community College Criminal Justice Technology Latent Evidence Concentration major holds three (3) National Championships and the 2018 State and 2018 National Championship from Skills USA in Crime Scene Processing.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Department Head, Criminal Justice, Social Sciences and Economics
Social Sciences
Email:
Sherry Herman
Phone: 828-327-7000
x4050
Office Number: EC 1045