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Kenneth Starkman
Dean, Technology and Engineering
Orange County
Fullerton College
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Program Details
Forensic Technician Certificate
New Program
Forensics, Evidence, and Investigation (210540)
08/15/25
The Forensic Technician certificate will prepare a student to work in entry-level positions in biotech and forensic science-related industries. This program is focused on practical laboratory skills with training in a working laboratory setting that specializes in the forensic area. Employment opportunities include: forensic labs, biomedical industry, academic research labs, pharmaceutical industry, agriculture and food science labs.
20 annual completers
Program Proposal Attributes
- Certificate of Achievement: 16 or greater semester (or 24 or greater quarter) units (C)
The program is developed to prepare students for employment opportunities in the following areas: forensic labs, biomedical industry, academic research labs, pharmaceutical industry, agriculture and food science labs.
Course Units and Hours
18.5 to 23.5
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Course Report
The Forensic Technician certificate requires 18.5-23.5 units in required courses, with a grade of C or better in each course.
| Course | Title | Units | Year/Semester (Y1 or S1) |
|---|---|---|---|
| AJ 092 F | Crime Scene Investigation | 1 | S 1 |
| AJ 093 F | DNA Genetic Fingerprinting | .5 | S1 |
| AJ 222 F | Rules of Evidence | 3 | S1 |
| AJ 230 F | Crime Scene Techniques | 3 | S2 |
| BIOL 190 F | Introduction to Biotechnology | 3 | S1 |
| BIOL 190 LF | Introduction to Biotechnology Lab | 1 | S1 |
| BIOL 191 F | Biotechnology A: Basic Laboratory Skills | 4 | S2 |
| CHEM 101 F | Chemistry for Allied Health Science | 5 | S3 |
| OR | |||
| CHEM 107 F | Preparation for General Chemistry | 5 | S3 |
| OR | |||
| Minimum score of 80% on the chemistry assessment. | |||
| PHOT 112 F | Introduction to Professional Photography | 3 | S2 |
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03/15/24 - 03:05 PM
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