Associate Degree in Crime Scene Technology
An Associate of Science degree is considered a terminal degree. The decision on course transferability rests with the receiving institution.
BSU Associate of Science degree in Crime Scene Technology prepares students with competencies in the areas of locating, preserving, developing, collecting, analyzing and presenting physical evidence utilizing modern methods used in the field and laboratory for forensic identification.
Program Objectives
The following objectives are designed to meet BSU mission and its objectives:
- To provide students with a comprehensive background in American courts, police and correctional organizations.
- To instruct students in the principles, concepts and theories of investigating crimes.
- To introduce students to basic courtroom procedures and protocols.
- To assist graduates in obtaining entry-level positions as crime scene technologists.
Program Outline
To receive an Associate of Science degree in Crime Scene Technology, students must earn 65.0 credit hours. Program requirements are as follows:
| Crime Scene Technology Major Courses ( 36.0 credit hours ) | |
| Crime Scene and Evidence Photography | 4.0 credit hours |
| Crime Scene Procedures | 4.0 credit hours |
| Communications and Writing for Crime Scene Professionals | 4.0 credit hours |
| Crime Scene Safety | 4.0 credit hours |
| Legal Aspects of Crime Scene Careers | 4.0 credit hours |
| Hazardous and Unusual Crime Scenes | 4.0 credit hours |
| Introduction to Forensic Science | 4.0 credit hours |
| Fingerprint Identification and Development | 4.0 credit hours |
| Biological Evidence | 4.0 credit hours |
General Education Courses ( 26.0 credit hours )
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