Forensic Science
| Forensic Science | |
| Type | Degree program |
|---|---|
| Degree | A.S. · B.S. |
| Credits | 60 (Associate) · 120 (Bachelor) |
| Department | Department of Laboratory Sciences |
| Division | Natural Sciences |
| Institution | Oakridge College |
| Category | Academics & Programs |
Associate of Science (A.S.) · Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
Total Credits Required: 60 (Associate) · 120 (Bachelor)
The Forensic Science program is designed for students who want a foundation in crime-scene and laboratory science — analyzing physical evidence to support investigations. It is intended for aspiring crime-scene and laboratory technicians, HCSD forensic support, and detail-obsessed puzzle-solvers.
The program combines chemistry and biology with psychology and applied forensic coursework: evidence handling, documentation, chain of custody, and the discipline of only saying what the evidence supports.
Together, these requirements are intended to prepare students for laboratory support and evidence-technician roles, and continued study in forensic or laboratory science. It is an academic program, not a police academy — sworn roles run through the HCSD.
Program Structure
Associate — 60 credits
- Chemistry: 10 credits
- Biology: 10 credits
- Psychology: 10 credits
- Forensic methods coursework: 10 credits
- English: 10 credits
- Free Elective: 10 credits
Bachelor — 120 credits
A completed Associate in Forensic Science transfers in full; bachelor candidates complete the associate coursework plus:
- Advanced → Expert Chemistry: 20 credits
- Advanced forensic laboratory coursework: 20 credits
- Mathematics: 10 credits
- Free Elective: 10 credits
Graduation Requirements
- Completion of at least 60 credit hours (Associate) or 120 credit hours (Bachelor)
- Successful completion of all required departmental coursework
- Minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.0
- A grade of C or higher in all core program requirements
- Completion of a capstone evidence-analysis project
Program Overview
Forensic Science is offered by the Department of Laboratory Sciences within the Natural Sciences division, and serves as an academic feeder for laboratory support roles with the Hartwell County Sheriff's Department. See the full Programs of Study catalog.
OOC / Behind-the-scenes notes
OOC Notes: This is a general RP description of the program. RP students taking the major are not required to fulfill these requirements exactly. Different RP-related educational expectations might be presented when a character begins their education. This page was generated from the approved Programs of Study catalog.