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Forensic Investigation
Exciting opportunities are waiting for you in forensic investigation. Our comprehensive program is designed to prepare you with the expertise you need to solve the most complex problems. Our expert faculty offer hands-on training and personalized instruction to prepare you for a rewarding career.
I want to start my forensic investigation journey!You could make the difference in the courtroom as a forensic investigator. Using the latest technology and methodology, forensic investigators find the answers victims and communities need when crimes are committed where they live. Using analytical skills and scientific curiosity, you'll become an indispensable asset for law enforcement with the training you receive at WVU Tech.
Our curriculum is focused on giving you all the real-world skills you'll need to excel in the field.
Trace and Blood Spatter Evidence
This course covers various types of trace evidence and its collection, preservation
and evaluation. You'll also learn about bloodstain pattern analysis for incident
reconstruction.
Interviewing Theories and Practice
Explore interviewing theories and techniques to determine emotional states from
speech and body language, build rapport, prevent contamination, increase recall
and reduce the risk of false confessions.
Crime Scenes
This class examines concepts, technical information and field-tested techniques
and procedures involved in crime scene investigation. The course focuses on the
initial responding officer, duties of the investigator and on various types of
crime scenes.
WVU Tech’s forensic investigation program will develop you into a forensic generalist with a wide breadth of knowledge and honed critical inquiry skills, unlike many forensic programs that create a specialist in a specific forensic discipline. This knowledge and skillset translates well to various careers.
Students may also choose to pursue advanced academic studies in fields such as criminal justice, forensic science or psychology.
Our dedicated crime scene investigation facility includes three levels equipped to mock-up a variety of crime scenes, plus a garage for vehicle processing and yard space where you'll examine clandestine gravesites. It's the perfect place to learn new skills and put those skills to the test in an environment that's true to life.
