Arson Investigation Certificate in Applied Science

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This is a one-year program designed to prepare persons for the occupation of arson investigator in fire or police departments; insurance companies; manufacturing, processing, or refining industries; and security organizations. The program offers general education and a broad scope of courses in criminal justice, fire science, and forensic science for those persons employed in loss prevention, security, and fire protection areas. It will also prepare students wishing to enter a career in these rapidly expanding fields.

Curriculum for Certificate in Applied Science: Arson Investigation

Fall Semester

ENGL 1001 - English Composition Cr.: 3
FOSC 1101 - Fire Behavior and Combustion Cr.: 3
FOSC 2230 - Introduction to Forensic Science Cr.: 3
or
FOSC 2239 - Crime Scene Investigation Cr.: 3
FOSC 2235 - Principles of Arson Investigation Cr.: 3
MATH 1021 - College Algebra Cr.: 3
FOSC 2233 - Physical Evidence Cr.: 3
or
FOSC 2242 - Chemical, Biological and Radiological Evidence Collection Cr.: 3

Total: 18

Spring Semester

ENGL 1002 - English Composition Cr.: 3
Humanities General Education elective Cr. 3
FOSC 2231 - Crime Scene Photography Cr.: 3
FOSC 2237 - Advanced Arson Cr.: 3
ISDS 2100 - Microcomputer Applications in Business Cr.: 3
or
FOSC 2200 - Technology for Emergency Services Cr.: 3
FOSC 2238 - Crime Scene Computer Sketching Cr.: 3