Program Code - CIP Code: CHEM.FOR.AS/24.0101
Credits Required: 63-64
Academic Division: Math, Science, Business and Technology
Contact:MSBT@kckcc.edu
The program of Forensic Chemistry supports the mission of the college and of the Division of Math, Science and Computer Technology by providing transfer education, career education, and general education opportunities. The faculty is committed to providing a learning environment in which students are exposed to a variety of teaching methods and active learning experiences.
The goal for this program is the continuation of degree in forensic, chemistry, dentistry, pre-law, pre-med, environmental science, etc.
Requirements for admission to the program:
Course | Credit Hours | |
BLUE 0101 | Freshman Seminar | 1 |
Course | Credit Hours | |
ENGL 0101 | Composition I * | 3 |
ENGL 0102 | Composition II* | 3 |
SPCH 0151 OR SPCH 0201 |
Public Speaking OR Interpersonal Communication |
3 |
ENGL | Elective | 3 |
Humanities Elective | 3 | |
SOSC 0134 | Criminology | 3 |
PSYC 0101 | Psychology* | 3 |
CHEM 0111 | College Chemistry I and Lab* | 5 |
MATH 0122 | Calculus and Analytical Geometry I** | 5 |
BIOL | Elective (Lecture and Lab)* | 4 |
Total Hours for General Education Requirements | 35 | |
* See course syllabus for prerequisite. ** Math sequence is contingent upon previous high school mathematics background and transfer institution. Students should confer with an advisor to determine correct placement. |
Course | Credit Hours | |
CHEM 0101 | Introduction to Forensic Science and Laboratory | 5 |
CHEM 0112 | College Chemistry II and Lab | 5 |
CHEM 0211 | Organic Chemistry I | 3 |
CHEM 0213 | Organic Chemistry Lab | 2 |
CHEM 0212 | Organic Chemistry II | 3 |
CHEM 0214 | Organic Chemistry II Lab | 2 |
CHEM 0201 | Forensic Science Analytical Techniques | 3 |
NASC 0130 AND NASC 0131 OR NASC 0231 OR NASC 0232 OR NASC 0245 OR NASC 0246 |
Introductory Physics AND Introductory Physics Lab OR General Physics I & Lab (Recommended) OR General Physics II & Lab OR Engineering Physics I & Lab OR Engineering Physics II & Lab |
4-5 |
Total Hours for Forensic Chemistry Requirements | 27-28 | |
*See course syllabi for Forensic Chemistry course prerequisites. |
Total Hours for an Associate in Science in Forensic Chemistry Degree | 63-64 |