Crime Scene Investigation, Certificate of Completion
Certificate of Completion: CCL 5964
16-18 Credits
Program Contact
Lisa Ruschak | 480-726-4078 | lisa.ruschak@cgc.edu
Program Description
The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Crime Scene Investigation is designed to develop knowledge and skills required to investigate and reconstruct crime scenes using scientific evidence and logical analysis. The program provides instruction in criminal investigation procedures, collection and preservation of physical and biological evidence, death investigation techniques, crime scene reconstruction methodology and presentation of testimony in court.
Program Notes
Students must earn a grade of “C” or better for all courses required within the program. Overall program minimum GPA = 2.00.
++ indicates any suffixed course may be selected.
Program Requirements
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| AJS213 | Evidence Technology: Fingerprints | 3 |
| or AJS243 | Crime Scene Reconstruction | |
| Select one of the following: | 3-4 | |
| Criminalistics: Physical Evidence | ||
| Crime Scene Technology: Physical Evidence | ||
| Forensic Science: Physical Evidence | ||
| AJS216 | Criminalistics: Biological Evidence | 3-4 |
| or FOR106 | Forensic Science: Biological Evidence | |
| AJS214 | Evidence Technology/Photography | 3 |
| AJS275 | Criminal Investigation I | 3 |
| AJS290BN | Courtroom Testimony Seminar | 1 |
| Total Credits | 16-18 | |