Forensics Curriculum

Forensics Major Requirements
This Forensics program is designed to provide a broad overview of the field of forensics and crime scene investigation. Completion of this program prepares students for graduate or professional study or for entry-level positions in law enforcement agencies. The focus is on providing a general overview of the field that would enable students to understand key concepts and procedures used in criminal investigations. Students must also complete the general education requirements.

Course Number	Course Title	Credits
Required Core - 14 courses
BIO 135	Applied Human Biology	3
FOR 102/102L	Crime Scene Investigation	4
FOR 103	Introduction to Criminal Law	3
FOR 301	Behavioral Analysis in Forensics	3
FOR 393	Internship	3
FOR 498	Tutorial I	4
FOR 499	Tutorial II	4
PSY 101	General Psychology	3
PSY 213	Statistics and Research Design	3
PSY 214	Foundations of Behavioral Research	4
PSY 333	Abnormal Psychology	3
	or
SWK 325	Deviant Behavior	3
SWK 101	Introduction to Social Behavior	3
Electives - Choose 2 courses
FOR 220	Women and the Criminal Justice System	3
PSY 331	Social Psychology	3
PSY 340	Psychopharmacology	3
PSY 341	Psychobiology	3
TOTAL CREDITS		43

Forensics Minor Requirements
The forensics minor is intended for students interested in careers interacting with the criminal justice system, including human services, law, or law enforcement. The minor complements the B.A. degree in Psychology and B.S.W. in Social Work available at Chatham.

Forensic Science Minor Requirements
The forensic science minor is intended for students who are interested in careers as scientists in criminal investigation and law enforcement. This includes those who are interested in working in forensic chemistry and toxicology laboratories. It will also serve students who are interested in the scientific background that is routinely performed as part of a criminal investigation. The minor complements the B.S. degrees in biology, biochemistry, and chemistry available at Chatham.