Forensics

The Forensics concentration focuses on the knowledge and skills from biotechnology that can be applied to investigative work and crime scene analysis. Forensic Science is aptly named because in order to uncover the missing links of crimes, forensic scientists need a working knowledge of almost every science. In forensics, the goal is not just trying to figure out what happened, but also how, when, why, and by whom. The skills may include one part pathologist, one part dentist, one part psychologist, one part chemist, one part anthropologist, and one part criminologist. Work in this field is certainly different everyday, invaluable and possibly very lucrative.

The forensic scientist's role in the civil justice arena is expanding. Knowledge and expertise in this field can be used in issues ranging from questions of the validity of a signature on a will, to a claim of product liability, to questions of whether a corporation is complying with environmental laws, and the protection of constitutionally guaranteed individual rights. Forensics allows students to specialize their knowledge and skills in the physical sciences, chemistry, physics and biology. Students will have the knowledge and expertise to apply their skills in medical and health related cases, as well as environmental cases, just to name a few.

Careers in Forensic Biotechnology

Crime Lab Technician, DNA Fingerprinting, Forensic Toxicology, Forensic Pathology, Consulting, Law Enforcement, Homeland Security.

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