BS in Forensic Science
The College of Science offers two undergraduate degrees in forensic science: Forensic Biology and Forensic Chemistry. To declare a major in forensic science, students must have an overall GPA of at least 2.5 and a math/science GPA of at least 2.5. Both degrees are very rigorous and contain at least 86 semester hours in science and mathematics. Many forensic scientists work in crime laboratories. For example, a forensic biologist usually specializes in DNA analysis or continues to medical school to pursue a career as a medical examiner; a forensic chemist analyzes non-biological trace evidence found at crime scenes in order to identify unknown materials and match samples to known substances.
In order to find employment in the forensic science field, you need a master’s degree. At the present time, UTEP does not offer a graduate degree in forensic science; however, a master’s degree in Biology with an emphasis on DNA analysis or a master's in chemistry with an emphasis on gas chromatography and spectrophotometry will prepare you for work in a forensic lab. A GPA of at least 3.0 is required for graduate school.
Marketable Skills
Forensic Biologists:[i]
Forensic biologists utilize scientific methodology and analyses to investigate evidence such as human, animal or plant remains, DNA traces, physical material like clothing fibers, and other material that can be helpful to legal investigations. Forensic biologists have degrees in either forensic science or biological sciences with a focus on forensics, and they may work for law enforcement or government agencies, private and consulting companies that specialize in laboratory analyses, or at universities.
Training for forensic biologists, depending on the specialty, includes university courses in biology (including entomology and botany), chemistry, human and animal pathology, biochemistry, and DNA analysis techniques. In order to interact with and advise law enforcement officials, additional courses in the areas of mathematics, physics, and criminal justice are often included in forensic biologist training at the university level. Additional training may involve the collection of evidence at mock crime scenes, and subsequent analyses in the laboratory. These analyses may include analytical techniques for the identification of blood and bodily secretions, DNA, pathology, and other forms of potential evidence. Such training gives forensic biologists a basic understanding of scientific principles and standard practices for laboratory documentation with appropriate methodology. Courses in criminal justice instill a basic understanding of the judicial process, including criminal trials, and standard procedures for the handling and analysis of evidence.
Once these analyses are completed, the forensic biologist will write and submit technical reports (albeit in laymen's terms) of their findings to law enforcement officers or courts of law. Due to a recent ruling from the United States Supreme Court, attorneys representing individuals accused of a crime have the right to cross-examine the individual who conducted forensic tests of relevant evidence. And thus, forensic biologists will often be required to testify as an expert witness in a court of law about the findings in their reports.
Forensic Chemist:[ii]
Forensic chemists analyze non-biological trace evidence found at crime scenes in order to identify unknown materials and match samples to known substances. They also analyze drugs/controlled substances taken from scenes and people in order to identify and sometimes quantify these materials.
A strong background in chemistry and instrumental analysis and a good grounding in criminalistics are vital. An undergraduate degree in forensic science or a natural science is required for work in crime laboratories, with extensive coursework in mathematics, chemistry, and biology. More advanced positions, such as lab managers and supervisors, require a master’s degree. A Ph.D. is often preferred for advancement to positions such as lab director.
Those interested in working with trace evidence, such as glass, hairs, and gunshot residue, should focus on instrumentation skills and take courses in geology, soil chemistry, and materials science. If forensic biology, such as DNA analysis, is preferred, take microbiology, genetics, and biochemistry courses. Those interested in the toxicological aspects of this work, such as obtaining and interpreting toxicology reports, should study physiology, biochemistry, and chemistry.
There are jobs with a BS in Forensic Science; however, they run around $42,000. With a graduate degree and experience, you can almost double this salary.
To be successful in this field you must have a strong background in science and mathematics and be able to communicate because you may be an expert witness in a jury trial. Most of all you need to be analytical.
[i] American Academy of Forensic Sciences (AAFS) http://aafs.org/ or
[ii] American Academy of Forensic Sciences (AAFS) http://aafs.org/
Degree Plans
BS in Forensic Science with a concentration in Forensic Biology
Forensic biologists utilize scientific methodology and analyses to investigate evidence such as human, animal or plant remains, DNA traces, physical material like clothing fibers, and other material that can be helpful to legal investigations. Forensic biologists have degrees in either forensic science or biological sciences with a focus on forensics, and they may work for law enforcement or government agencies, private and consulting companies that specialize in laboratory analyses, or at universities.
Training for forensic biologists, depending on the specialty, includes university courses in biology (including entomology and botany), chemistry, human and animal pathology, biochemistry, and DNA analysis techniques. In order to interact with and advise law enforcement officials, additional courses in the areas of mathematics, physics, and criminal justice are often included in forensic biologist training at the university level. Additional training may involve collection of evidence at mock crime scenes, and subsequent analyses in the laboratory. These analyses may include analytical techniques for the identification of blood and bodily secretions, DNA, pathology, and other forms of potential evidence. Such training gives forensic biologists a basic understanding of scientific principles, and standard practices for laboratory documentation with appropriate methodology. Courses in criminal justice instill a basic understanding of the judicial process, including criminal trials, and standard procedures for the handling and analysis of evidence.
Once these analyses are completed, the forensic biologist will write and submit technical reports (albeit in laymen's terms) of their findings to law enforcement officers or courts of law. Due to a recent ruling from the United States Supreme Court, attorneys representing individuals accused of a crime have the right to cross examine the individual who conducted forensic tests of relevant evidence. And thus, forensic biologists will often be required to testify as an expert witness in a court of law about the findings in their reports.
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Designated Core | ||
| **Although the UTEP choice is larger, these choices satisfy the requirements of both the core and the major | ||
| All courses listed below are required: | ||
| Social and Behavioral Sciences | ||
| Introduction to Psychology | ||
| Language, Philosophy and Culture | ||
| Ethics | ||
| Mathematics | ||
| Required: | ||
| Calculus I | ||
| Life and Physical Sciences | ||
| Select one of the following sequences: | ||
| General Physics I and General Physics II | ||
| OR | ||
| Introductory Mechanics and Laboratory for PHYS 2320 | ||
| and | ||
| Introductory Electromagnetism and Laboratory for PHYS 2321 | ||
| University Core Curriculum | 42 | |
| Forensic Science Major C | ||
| Required: | ||
| BIOL 1305 & BIOL 1107 | General Biology and Topics in Study of Life I | 4 |
| BIOL 1306 & BIOL 1108 | Organismal Biology and Organismal Biology Laboratory | 4 |
| CHEM 1305 & CHEM 1105 | General Chemistry and Laboratory for CHEM 1305 | 4 |
| CHEM 1306 & CHEM 1106 | General Chemistry and Laboratory for CHEM 1306 | 4 |
| CHEM 2324 & CHEM 2124 | Organic Chemistry and Lab for Organic Chemistry 2324 | 4 |
| CHEM 2325 & CHEM 2125 | Organic Chemistry and Lab for Organic Chemistry 2325 | 4 |
| CRIJ 1301 | Intro to Criminal Justice I | 3 |
| or CRIJ 4315 | Homicide | |
| STAT 2480 | Elementary Statistical Methods | 4 |
| Specialized Science Courses C | ||
| Select twelve hours from the following: | 12 | |
| Molecular Cell Biology and Molecular Cell Biol Laboratory | ||
| Genetics | ||
| Toxicology | ||
| Topics in Biology | ||
| Analytical Chemistry | ||
| Biochem I:Struc & Function | ||
| Biochem II: Metabol & Bioenerg | ||
| Physical Chemistry I | ||
| Physical Chemistry II | ||
| Instrumental Meths Analyt Chem and Lab for Chemistry 4211 | ||
| Inorganic Chemistry | ||
| General Microbiology and Gen Microbiology Laboratory | ||
| Additional Coursework C | ||
| Select twelve hours from the following: | 12 | |
| Toxicology | ||
| DNA Structure and Analysis | ||
| Forensic Pathobiology | ||
| Forensic Science I | ||
| Forensic Biology | ||
| Or any forensic biology/chemistry course with a lab component. Forensic science internships or independent studies/ research may be used to fulfill up to six hours of this requirement. C | ||
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Toxicology | ||
| DNA Structure and Analysis | ||
| Forensic Pathobiology | ||
| Forensic Science I | ||
| Forensic Biology | ||
| Forensic Biology Track C | ||
| Concentration | ||
| Select twenty additional hours of upper-division Biology, Microbiology and/or CBCH courses from the following: | 20 | |
| Professional Development Sem. | ||
| Molecular Cell Biology and Molecular Cell Biol Laboratory | ||
| Ecology and Ecology Laboratory | ||
| Genetics | ||
| Evolution | ||
| Plants and People | ||
| Toxicology | ||
| DNA Structure and Analysis | ||
| Forensic Pathobiology | ||
| Advanced Methods in Biology | ||
| Special Problems | ||
| Field Biology | ||
| Special Problems | ||
| G Protein-Coupled Recept Biol | ||
| Endocrinology | ||
| Developmental Biology | ||
| Animal Behavior | ||
| Field Biology | ||
| Animal Ecology | ||
| Cancer Biology | ||
| History/Philosophy-Biology | ||
| Mammalian Physiology | ||
| Biological Practicum | ||
| Topics in Biology | ||
| Special Problems | ||
| Membrane Biology | ||
| Techniques in Mol Biochem | ||
| Adv Topics in Mil Biochem | ||
| Cellular Biochemistry | ||
| Pathogenic Microbiology and Pathogenic Microbiology Lab | ||
| Microbial Physiology and Microbial Physiology Lab | ||
| Epidemiology | ||
| General Virology | ||
| Immunology and Immunology Laboratory | ||
| Medical Mycology | ||
| Upper Division Requirement C | ||
| A total of thirty-seven hours of upper division coursework is required for all Bachelor of Science degrees. | ||
| C. Grades on all Courses must be C or better | ||
| Total Hours | 120 | |
BS in Forensic Science with a concentration in Forensic Chemistry
Forensic chemists analyze non-biological trace evidence found at crime scenes in order to identify unknown materials and match samples to known substances. They also analyze drugs/controlled substances taken from scenes and people in order to identify and sometimes quantify these materials.
A strong background in chemistry and instrumental analysis and a good grounding in criminalistics are vital. An undergraduate degree in forensic science or a natural science is required for work in crime laboratories, with extensive coursework in mathematics, chemistry, and biology. More advanced positions, such as lab managers and supervisors, require a master’s degree. A Ph.D. is often preferred for advancement to positions such as lab director.
Those interested in working with trace evidence, such as glass, hairs, and gunshot residue, should focus on instrumentation skills and take courses in geology, soil chemistry, and materials science. If forensic biology, such as DNA analysis, is preferred, take microbiology, genetics, and biochemistry courses. Those interested in the toxicological aspects of this work, such as obtaining and interpreting toxicology reports, should study physiology, biochemistry, and chemistry.
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Designated Core | ||
| **Although the UTEP choice is larger, these choices satisfy the requirements of both the core and the major. All courses listed within this degree area require a grade of C or better for successful completion. | ||
| All courses listed below are required: | ||
| Language, Philosophy and Culture | ||
| Ethics | ||
| Social and Behavioral Sciences | ||
| Introduction to Psychology | ||
| Life and Physical Sciences | ||
| Introductory Mechanics and Laboratory for PHYS 2320 | ||
| and | ||
| Introductory Electromagnetism and Laboratory for PHYS 2321 | ||
| Mathematics | ||
| Calculus I | ||
| University Core Curriculum | 42 | |
| NOTE: The department may make specific suggestions for courses which are most applicable towards your major. Psychology and Criminal Justice majors and minors are required to take MATH 1320 or a higher level Calculus course. Business majors are required to take MATH 1320 or a higher level Calculus course. NOTE: All courses require a C or better | ||
| Forensic Science Major C | ||
| Required: | 8-10 | |
| Lab for Organic Chemistry 2324 and Organic Chemistry | ||
| AND | ||
| Lab for Organic Chemistry 2325 and Organic Chemistry | ||
| OR | ||
| Organic Chemistry I Lab and Organic Chemistry I | ||
| AND | ||
| Organic Chemistry II Lab and Organic Chemistry II | ||
| Required: | ||
| BIOL 1305 & BIOL 1107 | General Biology and Topics in Study of Life I | 4 |
| BIOL 1306 & BIOL 1108 | Organismal Biology and Organismal Biology Laboratory | 4 |
| CHEM 1305 & CHEM 1105 | General Chemistry and Laboratory for CHEM 1305 | 4 |
| CHEM 1306 & CHEM 1106 | General Chemistry and Laboratory for CHEM 1306 | 4 |
| CRIJ 1301 | Intro to Criminal Justice I | 3 |
| or CRIJ 4315 | Homicide | |
| STAT 2480 | Elementary Statistical Methods | 4 |
| Specialized Science Courses C | ||
| Select twelve hours from the following: | 12 | |
| Molecular Cell Biology and Molecular Cell Biol Laboratory | ||
| Genetics | ||
| Toxicology | ||
| Topics in Biology | ||
| Analytical Chemistry and Lab for Chemistry 3310 | ||
| Biochem I:Struc & Function | ||
| Biochem II: Metabol & Bioenerg | ||
| Physical Chemistry I and Lab for Chemistry 3351 | ||
| Physical Chemistry II and Lab for Chemistry 3352 | ||
| Instrumental Meths Analyt Chem and Lab for Chemistry 4211 | ||
| Inorganic Chemistry | ||
| Gen Microbiology Laboratory and General Microbiology | ||
| Additional Coursework C | ||
| Select twelve hours from the following: | 12 | |
| Toxicology | ||
| DNA Structure and Analysis | ||
| Forensic Pathobiology | ||
| Forensic Science I | ||
| Forensic Biology | ||
| or any forensic biology/ chemistry course with a lab component, forensic science internships or independent studies/ research may be used to fulfill this requirement. | ||
| Forensic Chemistry Track C | ||
| Concentration | ||
| Select twenty additional hours of upper-division Chemistry: | 20 | |
| Molecular Modeling & Chem Info | ||
| Analytical Chemistry and Lab for Chemistry 3310 | ||
| Biochem I:Struc & Function and Lab for Chemistry | ||
| Biochem II: Metabol & Bioenerg | ||
| Physical Chemistry I and Lab for Chemistry 3351 | ||
| Physical Chemistry II and Lab for Chemistry 3352 | ||
| Introduction to Research | ||
| Instrumental Meths Analyt Chem and Lab for Chemistry 4211 | ||
| Advanced Topics Organic Chem | ||
| Structural Biochemistry and Structural Biochemistry Lab | ||
| Biophysical Chemistry | ||
| Structure of Matter | ||
| Inorganic Chemistry and Inorganic Chemistry Lab | ||
| Introduction to Research | ||
| Upper Division Requirement C | ||
| A total of thirty-seven hours of upper division coursework is required for all Bachelor of Science degrees. | ||
| C. Grades on all Courses must be C or better | ||
University Core Curriculum (A program may recommend specific courses. All courses require a C or better.)
I. Communication (six hours)
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Courses in this category focus on developing ideas and expressing them clearly, considering the effect of the message, fostering understanding, and building the skills needed to communicate persuasively. Courses involve the command of oral, aural, written, and visual literacy skills that enable people to exchange messages appropriate to the subject, occasion, and audience. Course objectives for this component are: Critical Thinking Skills, Communication Skills, Teamwork, and Personal Responsibility. | ||
| Select six hours of the following: | 6 | |
| For students whose secondary education was in English: | ||
| Written and Oral Communication | ||
| Writing About Literature | ||
| Rhetoric & Composition I | ||
| Rhetoric & Composition 2 | ||
| Rhetoric, Composition & Comm | ||
| For students whose secondary education was not in English: | ||
| Expos Engl Compos-Spkr Esl | ||
| Res & Crit Writng Spkr Esl | ||
| TOTAL HOURS | 6 | |
II. American History (six hours)
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Courses in this category focus on the consideration of past events and ideas relative to the United States, with the option of including Texas History for a portion of this component area. Courses involve the interaction among individuals, communities, states, the nation, and the world, considering how these interactions have contributed to the development of the United States and its global role. Course objectives for this component are: Critical Thinking Skills, Communication Skills, Social Responsibility, and Personal Responsibility. | ||
| HIST 1301 | History of U.S. to 1865 | 3 |
| HIST 1302 | History of U.S. Since 1865 | 3 |
| TOTAL HOURS | 6 | |
III. Language, Philosophy & Culture (three hours)
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Courses in this category focus on how ideas, values, beliefs, and other aspects of culture express and affect human experience. Courses involve the exploration of ideas that foster aesthetic and intellectual creation in order to understand the human condition across cultures. Course objectives for this component are: Critical Thinking Skills, Communication Skills, Social Responsibility, and Personal Responsibility. | ||
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Intro-African Amer Studies | ||
| Latina/o Presence in the U.S. | ||
| English Literature | ||
| English Literature | ||
| Intro to American Fiction | ||
| Intro to American Drama | ||
| Intro to American Poetry | ||
| Making of the "Other" Americas | ||
| World History to 1500 | ||
| World History Since 1500 | ||
| Introduction to Philosophy | ||
| Ethics | ||
| Introduct to Religious Studies | ||
| Seeing & Naming: Conversations | ||
| Introduction to Womens Studies | ||
| Global Feminisms | ||
| TOTAL HOURS | 3 | |
IV. Mathematics (three hours)
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Courses in this category focus on quantitative literacy in logic, patterns, and relationships. Courses involve the understanding of key mathematical concepts and the application of appropriate quantitative tools to everyday experience. Course objectives for this component are: Critical Thinking Skills, Communication Skills, and Empirical & Quantitative Skills. | ||
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| College Algebra | ||
| Trigonometry and Conics | ||
| Math in the Modern World | ||
| Math for Social Sciences I | ||
| Calculus I | ||
| Precalculus | ||
| Math for Social Sciences II | ||
| Statistical Literacy | ||
| Elementary Statistical Methods | ||
| TOTAL HOURS | 3 | |
V. Life & Physical Sciences (six hours)
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Courses in this category focus on describing, explaining, and predicting natural phenomena using the scientific method. Courses involve the understanding of interactions among natural phenomena and the implications of scientific principles on the physical world and on experiences. Course objectives for this component are: Critical Thinking Skills, Communication Skills, Empirical & Quantitative Skills, and Teamwork. | ||
| Select one of the following: | ||
| Astronomy Lab I | ||
| Elem Astronomy-Solar System | ||
| Elem Astr Stars & Galaxies | ||
| Introductory Biology Lab | ||
| Human Biology Laboratory | ||
| Topics in Study of Life I | ||
| Organismal Biology Laboratory | ||
| Introductory Biology | ||
| Human Biology | ||
| General Biology | ||
| Organismal Biology | ||
| Human Anat/Physio Lab I | ||
| Human Anat/Physio Lab II | ||
| Human Anat/Physiology I | ||
| Human Anat/Physiology II | ||
| Laboratory for CHEM 1305 | ||
| Laboratory for CHEM 1306 | ||
| Intro General Chemistry Lab | ||
| Intro Organic & Biochem Lab | ||
| General Chemistry | ||
| General Chemistry | ||
| Intro to General Chemistry | ||
| Intro Organic & Biochemistry | ||
| Environmental Sci. Lab | ||
| Non-major Lab for ESCI 1301 | ||
| Intro to Environmental Sci | ||
| Laboratory for GEOG 1306 | ||
| Physical Geography | ||
| Lab for GEOL 1313 | ||
| Lab for GEOL 1314 | ||
| Principles of Earth Sci - Lab | ||
| Laboratory for Geology 1212 | ||
| Principles of Earth Sciences | ||
| Principles of Earth Science | ||
| The Blue Planet | ||
| Natural Hazards | ||
| Intro to Physical Geology | ||
| Intro to Historical Geol | ||
| Fundamentals of Nutrition | ||
| Wellness Dynamics | ||
| Microorganisms and Disease | ||
| General Physics I | ||
| General Physics II | ||
| Laboratory for PHYS 2320 | ||
| Laboratory for PHYS 2321 | ||
| Introductory Mechanics | ||
| Introductory Electromagnetism | ||
| TOTAL HOURS | 6 | |
VI. Political Science (six hours)
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Courses in this category focus on consideration of the Constitution of the United States and the constitutions of the states, with special emphasis on that of Texas. Courses involve the analysis of governmental institutions, political behavior, civic engagement, and their political and philosophical foundations. Course objectives for this component are: Critical Thinking Skills, Communication Skills, Social Responsibility and Personal Responsibility. | ||
| Required Courses: | ||
| POLS 2310 | Introduction to Politics | 3 |
| POLS 2311 | American Gover & Politics | 3 |
| TOTAL HOURS | 6 | |
VII. Social & Behavioral Sciences (three hours)
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Courses in this category focus on the application of empirical and scientific methods that contribute to the understanding of what makes us human. Courses involve the exploration of behavior and interactions among individuals, groups, institutions, and events, examining their impact on the individual, society, and culture. Course objectives for this component are: Critical Thinking Skills, Communication Skills, Empirical & Quantitative Skills, and Social Responsibility. | ||
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Intro-Phys Anth/Archeolog | ||
| Intro-Cultural Anthropology | ||
| Cultural Geography | ||
| Intro to Linguistics | ||
| Asian American Studies | ||
| Econ for Engrs & Scientists | ||
| Intro to Chicano Studies | ||
| Interpersonal Communication | ||
| Mass Media and Society | ||
| Principles of Macroeconomics | ||
| Principles of Microeconomics | ||
| Introduction to Ed Psychology | ||
| Action Research in Classrooms | ||
| Introduction to Linguistics | ||
| Cultural Geography | ||
| Leadership in Action | ||
| Introduction to Linguistics | ||
| Lang. Inside & Out: Sel Topics | ||
| Introduction to Psychology | ||
| Introduction to Sociology | ||
| Cultural Geography | ||
| TOTAL HOURS | 3 | |
VIII. Creative Arts
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Courses in this category focus on the appreciation and analysis of creative artifacts and works of the human imagination. Courses involve the synthesis and interpretation of artistic expression and enable critical, creative, and innovative communication about works of art. Course objectives for this component are: Critical Thinking Skills, Communication Skills, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. | ||
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Art Appreciation | ||
| History of Art I | ||
| History of Art II | ||
| Chicana/o Fine Arts Appreciat | ||
| Introduction to Dance | ||
| Intro-Art of Motion Pict. | ||
| Music Appreciation | ||
| Jazz to Rock | ||
| Music, Culture, and Society | ||
| Introduction to Theatre | ||
| TOTAL HOURS | 3 | |
IX. Component Area Option (six hours)
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| a. A minimum of 3 SCH must meet the definition and corresponding Core Objectives specified in one of the foundational component areas. b. As an option for up to 3 semester credit hours of the Component Area Option, an institution may select course(s) that: (i) Meet(s) the definition specified for one or more of the foundational component areas; and (ii) Include(s) a minimum of three Core Objectives, including Critical Thinking Skills, Communication Skills, and one of the remaining Core Objectives of the institution's choice. | ||
| Intro to Global Business | ||
| COMM 1301 | Public Speaking | 3 |
| Business/Profession Comm | ||
| Intro-Computational Thinking | ||
| Computer Programming Sci/Engr | ||
| Eng Innovation and Leadership | ||
| Engineering Design Experience | ||
| Applied Engineering Analysis | ||
| Introduction to Leadership | ||
| Inquiry in Math & Science | ||
| Comm. Var. Across the Lifespan | ||
| Seminar/Critical Inquiry | ||
| TOTAL HOURS | 6 | |
To learn about the American Academy of Forensic Sciences (AAFS) please click on the link.
4-Year Sample Degree Plan
Forensic Science - Forensic Biology Concentration - Starting with Pre-Calculus
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| FORENSIC BIOLOGY | ||
| FRESHMAN | ||
| Fall | ||
| SCI 1301 | Inquiry in Math & Science | 3 |
| MATH 1508 | Precalculus | 5 |
| BIOL 1305 & BIOL 1107 | General Biology and Topics in Study of Life I | 4 |
| CHEM 1305 & CHEM 1105 | General Chemistry and Laboratory for CHEM 1305 | 4 |
| Spring | ||
| PSYC 1301 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| MATH 1411 | Calculus I | 4 |
| BIOL 1306 & BIOL 1108 | Organismal Biology and Organismal Biology Laboratory | 4 |
| CHEM 1306 & CHEM 1106 | General Chemistry and Laboratory for CHEM 1306 | 4 |
| SOPHOMORE | ||
| Fall | ||
| RWS 1301 | Rhetoric & Composition I | 3 |
| HIST 1301 | History of U.S. to 1865 | 3 |
| PHYS 1403 | General Physics I | 4 |
| STAT 2480 | Elementary Statistical Methods | 4 |
| CHEM 2324 & CHEM 2124 | Organic Chemistry and Lab for Organic Chemistry 2324 | 4 |
| Spring | ||
| RWS 1302 | Rhetoric & Composition 2 | 3 |
| HIST 1302 | History of U.S. Since 1865 | 3 |
| PHYS 1404 | General Physics II | 4 |
| Specialized Science Course | 3 | |
| CHEM 2325 & CHEM 2125 | Organic Chemistry and Lab for Organic Chemistry 2325 | 4 |
| JUNIOR | ||
| Fall | ||
| COMM 1301 | Public Speaking | 3 |
| BIOL or FORS Elective | 3 | |
| BIOL or FORS Elective | 3 | |
| Specialized Science Course | 3 | |
| CRIJ 1301 | Intro to Criminal Justice I | 3 |
| or CRIJ 4315 | Homicide | |
| Spring | ||
| ART 1300 | Art Appreciation | 3 |
| BIOL or FORS Elective | 3 | |
| BIOL or FORS Elective | 3 | |
| Specialized Science Course | 3 | |
| Specialized Science Course | 3 | |
| Fall | ||
| POLS 2310 | Introduction to Politics | 3 |
| PHIL 2306 | Ethics | 3 |
| Upper Division Biology Course | 3 | |
| Upper Division Biology Course | 3 | |
| Upper Division Biology Course | 2 | |
| Spring | ||
| POLS 2311 | American Gover & Politics | 3 |
| Upper Division Biology Course | 3 | |
| Upper Division Biology Course | 3 | |
| Upper Division Biology Course | 3 | |
| Upper Division Biology Course | 3 | |
| Notes: | ||
| If you plan to apply to medical school, take CHEM 3330, CHEM 3332, BIOL 3320, BIOL 3314- BIOL 3115, MICR 2340- MICR 2141 from Section C on your degree plan. | ||
| Total Hours | 125 | |
Forensic Science - Forensic Biology Concentration - Starting with Calculus
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| FORENSIC BIOLOGY | ||
| FRESHMAN | ||
| Fall | ||
| RWS 1301 | Rhetoric & Composition I | 3 |
| SCI 1301 | Inquiry in Math & Science | 3 |
| MATH 1411 | Calculus I | 4 |
| CHEM 1305 & CHEM 1105 | General Chemistry and Laboratory for CHEM 1305 | 4 |
| BIOL 1305 & BIOL 1107 | General Biology and Topics in Study of Life I | 4 |
| Spring | ||
| RWS 1302 | Rhetoric & Composition 2 | 3 |
| PSYC 1301 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| STAT 2480 | Elementary Statistical Methods | 4 |
| CHEM 1306 & CHEM 1106 | General Chemistry and Laboratory for CHEM 1306 | 4 |
| BIOL 1306 & BIOL 1108 | Organismal Biology and Organismal Biology Laboratory | 4 |
| SOPHOMORE | ||
| Fall | ||
| HIST 1301 | History of U.S. to 1865 | 3 |
| ART 1300 | Art Appreciation | 3 |
| PHYS 1403 | General Physics I | 4 |
| CHEM 2324 & CHEM 2124 | Organic Chemistry and Lab for Organic Chemistry 2324 | 4 |
| CRIJ 1301 | Intro to Criminal Justice I | 3 |
| or CRIJ 4315 | Homicide | |
| Spring | ||
| HIST 1302 | History of U.S. Since 1865 | 3 |
| PHYS 1404 | General Physics II | 4 |
| Specialized Science Course | 3 | |
| CHEM 2325 & CHEM 2125 | Organic Chemistry and Lab for Organic Chemistry 2325 | 4 |
| JUNIOR | ||
| Fall | ||
| POLS 2310 | Introduction to Politics | 3 |
| COMM 1301 | Public Speaking | 3 |
| Specialized Science Course | 3 | |
| Specialized Science Course | 3 | |
| BIOL or FORS Elective | 3 | |
| Spring | ||
| POLS 2311 | American Gover & Politics | 3 |
| BIOL or FORS Elective | 3 | |
| Upper Division BIOL Course | 3 | |
| Specialized Science Course | 3 | |
| SENIOR | ||
| Fall | ||
| PHIL 2306 | Ethics | 3 |
| BIOL or FORS Elective | 3 | |
| BIOL or FORS Elective | 3 | |
| Upper Division Biology Course | 3 | |
| Upper Division Biology Course | 2 | |
| Spring | ||
| Upper Division Biology Course | 3 | |
| Upper Division Biology Course | 3 | |
| Upper Division Biology Course | 3 | |
| Upper Division Biology Course | 3 | |
| Notes: | ||
| If you plan to apply to medical school, take CHEM 3330, CHEM 3332, BIOL 3320, BIOL 3314- BIOL 3115, MICR 2340- MICR 2141 from Section C on your degree plan. | ||
| Total Hours | 120 | |
Forensic Science - Forensic Chemistry Concentration - Starting with Calculus
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| FORENSIC CHEMISTRY | ||
| FRESHMAN | ||
| Fall | ||
| RWS 1301 | Rhetoric & Composition I | 3 |
| MATH 1411 | Calculus I | 4 |
| CHEM 1305 & CHEM 1105 | General Chemistry and Laboratory for CHEM 1305 | 4 |
| BIOL 1305 & BIOL 1107 | General Biology and Topics in Study of Life I | 4 |
| Spring | ||
| RWS 1302 | Rhetoric & Composition 2 | 3 |
| SCI 1301 | Inquiry in Math & Science | 3 |
| CHEM 1306 & CHEM 1106 | General Chemistry and Laboratory for CHEM 1306 | 4 |
| BIOL 1306 & BIOL 1108 | Organismal Biology and Organismal Biology Laboratory | 4 |
| SOPHOMORE | ||
| Fall | ||
| HIST 1301 | History of U.S. to 1865 | 3 |
| COMM 1302 | Business/Profession Comm | 3 |
| PHYS 2320 & PHYS 2120 | Introductory Mechanics and Laboratory for PHYS 2320 | 4 |
| CHEM 2321 & CHEM 2221 | Organic Chemistry I and Organic Chemistry I Lab | 5 |
| Spring | ||
| HIST 1302 | History of U.S. Since 1865 | 3 |
| ART 1300 | Art Appreciation | 3 |
| PHYS 2321 & PHYS 2121 | Introductory Electromagnetism and Laboratory for PHYS 2321 | 4 |
| CHEM 2322 & CHEM 2222 | Organic Chemistry II and Organic Chemistry II Lab | 5 |
| CRIJ 1301 | Intro to Criminal Justice I | 3 |
| or CRIJ 4315 | Homicide | |
| JUNIOR | ||
| Fall | ||
| STAT 2480 | Elementary Statistical Methods | 4 |
| Specialized Science Course | 3 | |
| Specialized Science Course | 3 | |
| BIOL or FORS Elective | 3 | |
| Specialized Science Course | 3 | |
| Spring | ||
| POLS 2310 | Introduction to Politics | 3 |
| PHIL 2306 | Ethics | 3 |
| Upper Division CHEM Course | 3 | |
| Specialized Science Course | 3 | |
| Upper Division CHEM Course | 3 | |
| SENIOR | ||
| Fall | ||
| POLS 2311 | American Gover & Politics | 3 |
| BIOL or FORS Elective | 3 | |
| BIOL or FORS Elective | 3 | |
| Upper Division CHEM Course | 3 | |
| Upper Division CHEM Course | 3 | |
| Spring | ||
| PSYC 1301 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| Upper Division CHEM Course | 3 | |
| Upper Division CHEM Course | 3 | |
| BIOL or FORS Elective | 3 | |
| Upper Division CHEM Course | 2 | |
| Total Hours | 122 | |
Forensic Science - Forensic Chemistry Concentration - Starting with Pre-Calculus
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| FORENSIC CHEMISTRY | ||
| FRESHMAN | ||
| Fall | ||
| RWS 1301 | Rhetoric & Composition I | 3 |
| MATH 1508 | Precalculus | 5 |
| CHEM 1305 & CHEM 1105 | General Chemistry and Laboratory for CHEM 1305 | 4 |
| BIOL 1305 & BIOL 1107 | General Biology and Topics in Study of Life I | 4 |
| Spring | ||
| RWS 1302 | Rhetoric & Composition 2 | 3 |
| SCI 1301 | Inquiry in Math & Science | 3 |
| MATH 1411 | Calculus I | 4 |
| CHEM 1306 & CHEM 1106 | General Chemistry and Laboratory for CHEM 1306 | 4 |
| BIOL 1306 & BIOL 1108 | Organismal Biology and Organismal Biology Laboratory | 4 |
| SOPHOMORE | ||
| Fall | ||
| HIST 1301 | History of U.S. to 1865 | 3 |
| COMM 1302 | Business/Profession Comm | 3 |
| PHYS 2320 & PHYS 2120 | Introductory Mechanics and Laboratory for PHYS 2320 | 4 |
| CHEM 2321 & CHEM 2221 | Organic Chemistry I and Organic Chemistry I Lab | 5 |
| Spring | ||
| HIST 1302 | History of U.S. Since 1865 | 3 |
| PHYS 2321 & PHYS 2121 | Introductory Electromagnetism and Laboratory for PHYS 2321 | 4 |
| CHEM 2322 & CHEM 2222 | Organic Chemistry II and Organic Chemistry II Lab | 5 |
| CRIJ 1301 | Intro to Criminal Justice I | 3 |
| or CRIJ 4315 | Homicide | |
| JUNIOR | ||
| Fall | ||
| STAT 2480 | Elementary Statistical Methods | 4 |
| BIOL or FORS Elective | 3 | |
| Specialized Science Course | 3 | |
| Specialized Science Course | 3 | |
| Specialized Science Course | 3 | |
| Spring | ||
| POLS 2310 | Introduction to Politics | 3 |
| PHIL 2306 | Ethics | 3 |
| Upper Division CHEM Course | 3 | |
| BIOL or FORS Elective | 3 | |
| Upper Division CHEM Course | 3 | |
| SENIOR | ||
| Fall | ||
| POLS 2311 | American Gover & Politics | 3 |
| Upper Division CHEM Course | 3 | |
| BIOL or FORS Elective | 3 | |
| Upper Division CHEM Course | 3 | |
| Specialized Science Course | 3 | |
| Spring | ||
| PSYC 1301 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| ART 1300 | Art Appreciation | 3 |
| Upper Division CHEM Course | 3 | |
| Upper Division CHEM Course | 3 | |
| BIOL or FORS Elective | 3 | |
| Upper Division CHEM Course | 2 | |
| Total Hours | 127 | |