Biology, Forensic Science Track (BS)

Required Courses

The forensic track combines the strengths of DeSales’ biology and criminal justice programs. Centered in biology, our program is interdisciplinary with courses in biology, chemistry, physics, mathematics, psychology, and law enforcement. This well-balanced combination of studies provides graduates with numerous career and graduate education opportunities.

• BI - 151 Introductory Biology I Credits: 4
• BI - 152 Introductory Biology II Credits: 4
• BI - 255 Molecular Biology Credits: 4
• BI - 305 Forensic Toxicology Credits: 3
• BI - 330 Genetics Credits: 4
• BI - 355 Human Structure and Function I Credits: 4
• BI - 356 Human Structure and Function II Credits: 4
• BI - 455 Research Seminar Credits: 3
• CH - 101 General Chemistry I Credits: 5
• CH - 102 General Chemistry II Credits: 5
• CH - 231 Organic Chemistry I Credits: 4
• CH - 232 Organic Chemistry II Credits: 4
• PH - 201 General Physics I: Mechanics and Heat Credits: 5
• PH - 202 General Physics II: Wave Phenomena and Electromagnetism Credits: 5
• MA - 111 Probability and Statistics: MOT/Mathematics Credits: 3
• MA - 121 Calculus I: MOT/Mathematics Credits: 3
• MA - 122 Calculus II Credits: 3
• CJ - 109 Crime and Society: MOT/Social Science Credits: 3
• CJ - 208 Crime Lab Credits: 3
• CJ - 260 Law Enforcement Credits: 3

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• CJ - 360 Forensics and Criminal Investigation Credits: 3

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• CJ - 361 Forensic Investigation Credits: 3

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• PS - 295 Forensic Psychology Credits: 3

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• PS - 365 Psychological Sleuthing Credits: 3

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• Recommended:

• CH - 1053 Laboratory Safety Credits: 1