Purpose

This course provides the student with the goals and principles of physical evidence and defines the application of forensic sciences to the criminal investigation. It identifies the goals of crime scene management and provides the methodologies employed in recording the crime scene and in locating, collecting, and preserving the evidence. The importance and procedures for establishment of the chain of custody are presented, as are the methods utilized for requesting laboratory analysis of the recovered items of evidence. Emphasis is placed on providing each student with hands-on experience with lecture.

Length

Thirty-three semester hours.

Program Requirements

A certificate student takes thirty-three (33) hours of prescribed courses. Upon successful completion of the approved coursework, the student will be awarded a Crime Scene Certificate.

For more information call 281-756-3951 or email Law@alvincollege.edu.

Alvin Community College
3110 Mustang Road • Alvin, TX 77511
281-756-3500
For accommodations: 281-756-3531
TDD: 281-756-3845