Forensic Science, Associate in Applied Science
Associate in Applied Science AAS 3183
61-68 Credits
Program Contact
Lisa Ruschak | 480-726-4078 | lisa.ruschak@cgc.edu
Program Description
The Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Forensic Science provides the student with a specialization in forensic investigation as it relates to crime. The curriculum presents a specialized scope of knowledge about photography, collection and preservation of evidence, and investigative strategies. The program provides students with an important knowledge base for investigative specialization in a wide range of disciplines and careers. This degree pathway also provides students with the opportunity to complete two Certificates of Completion (CCL) in Crime Scene Investigation, and Fingerprint Identification and Photography.
Program Notes
Students must earn a grade of “C” or better in all courses within the program. Overall program minimum GPA = 2.00.
++ indicates any suffixed course may be selected.
Program Requirements
Program Prerequisites: None
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| AJS101 | Introduction to Criminal Justice | 3 |
| AJS123 | Ethics and the Administration of Justice | 3 |
| AJS275 | Criminal Investigation I | 3 |
| AJS290BN | Courtroom Testimony Seminar | 1 |
| AJS215 | Criminalistics: Physical Evidence | 3-4 |
| or AJS219 | Crime Scene Technology: Physical Evidence | |
| or FOR105 | Forensic Science: Physical Evidence | |
| AJS216 | Criminalistics: Biological Evidence | 3-4 |
| or FOR106 | Forensic Science: Biological Evidence | |
| FYE101 | Introduction to College, Career and Personal Success | 1-3 |
| or FYE103 | Exploration of College, Career and Personal Success | |
| Students should select courses from one of the following specializations based on career goals. | 15-23 | |
| Specialization 1: Crime Scene | ||
| Substantive Criminal Law | ||
| Constitutional Law | ||
| Evidence Technology: Fingerprints | ||
| Evidence Technology/Photography | ||
| Procedural Criminal Law | ||
| Specialization 2: Lab Science | ||
| General Biology (Majors) I | ||
| General Biology (Majors) II | ||
| General Chemistry I | ||
| General Chemistry I Laboratory | ||
| General Chemistry II | ||
| General Chemistry II Laboratory | ||
| Principles of Forensic Science | ||
| Any course or combination of courses that include HU, C, and either G or H General Education designations. | 3 | |
| Restricted Electives | ||
| Students must complete three (3) credits of restricted electives. | 3 | |
| Students interested in specialization 1: Crime Scene select from one of the following | ||
| Survey of Computer Information Systems | ||
| Computer Usage and Applications | ||
AJS+++++ | Any AJS Administration of Justice Studies course (not listed in the required courses area) | |
| Students interested in Specialization 2: Lab Science select from one of the following: | ||
| Survey of Computer Information Systems | ||
| Computer Usage and Applications | ||
| General Electives | ||
| Students must choose zero 0-13 additional credits of General Elective courses. Total number of General Electives required will largely depend upon specialization selected. | 0-13 | |
| General Education | ||
| Core | ||
| First-Year Composition | ||
| ENG101 | First-Year Composition | 3 |
| or ENG107 | First-Year Composition for ESL | |
| ENG102 | First-Year Composition | 3 |
| or ENG108 | First-Year Composition for ESL | |
| Oral Communication | ||
| COM225 | Public Speaking | 3 |
| Critical Reading | ||
| Select one of the following: | 0-3 | |
| College Critical Reading and Critical Thinking | ||
or equivalent by assessment | ||
| Mathematics | ||
| Crime Scene Emphasis: | ||
| Select one of the following: | 3-5 | |
| College Mathematics | ||
| College Mathematics | ||
| College Mathematics | ||
Higher course with an (MA) general education designation | ||
| Lab Science Emphasis: | ||
| Select one of the following: | 3-8 | |
| College Algebra/Functions | ||
| College Algebra/Functions | ||
| College Algebra/Functions and Plane Trigonometry | ||
| Precalculus | ||
Higher course with an (MA) general education designation | ||
| Distribution | ||
| Humanities, Arts and Design | ||
| Met by Required Courses 1 | 0 | |
| Social and Behavioral Sciences | ||
| Met by Required Courses 2 | 0 | |
| Natural Sciences | ||
| Recommended for Specialization 1 Crime Scene: | 0-4 | |
Select one of the following: | ||
| Fundamental Chemistry and Fundamental Chemistry Laboratory | ||
| General Chemistry I and General Chemistry I Laboratory | ||
| Forensic Science: Physical Evidence | ||
| Forensic Science: Biological Evidence | ||
| For Specialization 2 Lab Science: met by 3 | 0 | |
| General Chemistry I and General Chemistry I Laboratory | ||
| Total Credits | 61-68 | |