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Union University

Sociology & Family Studies

Department of Sociology and Family Studies at Union

Forensic Science Major

The interdisciplinary major in Forensic Science offers cutting-edge training that prepares students for careers that involve the collection and analysis of crime scene evidence.

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Career opportunities

  • Tennessee Bureau of Investigations
  • Federal Bureau of Investigations
  • Independent crime labs

Students will learn:

  • DNA typing techniques
  • PCR and post-PCR processing
  • Management of crime scenes
  • Documentation and analysis of physical evidence
  • Communication of research through formal reports and other forms of testimony

Courses to Look Forward To:

  • Introduction to Forensic Science
  • Forensic Biology
  • Internship

Specific topics include:

  • Crime scene documentation
  • Collection and analysis of trace evidence
  • Fingerprints
  • Ballistics, fire, and explosives
  • Poisons and toxins
  • Toxicology
  • Collection and preservation of biological specimens
  • DNA extraction and PRC analysis
  • DNA databases and species identification