Instructions: If you are unsure which class to take next, start with the classes in the lowest level (Level 1). Once you have registered for or completed all the courses listed in the lowest level, move to the next level until you find a level with classes you have not completed. Use your CatTracks degree evaluation to help you manage your requirements. Do not hesitate to contact your advisor if you have questions.
Level 1
- CJ 1010—Introduction to Criminal Justice
- CJ 1350—Introduction to Forensic Science
- Math courses until completion of QL
- English courses until completion of COMP
Level 2
- CHEM 1110 or 1210
- CJ 1330—Criminal Law and Courts
- CJ 2340—Crime Scene Investigation
- COMM 1020—Introduction to Public Speaking
Level 3
- CHEM 1120 or 1220
- CJ 3120—Professional Practice for Forensic Scientists
- CJ 2350—Laws of Evidence
- ART 2450—Color/Digital Photography
- PHYS 1010 or 2010 or 2020
- CJ 1340—Criminal Investigation
Level 4
- CJ 4110—Physical Methods in Forensic Science
- CJ 4115—Friction Ridge Analysis
- CJ 3340—Crime Scene Photography
- HTHS 1110 or ZOOL 1020 or ANTH 1020
- Science 2600—Lab Safety
- CJ 4200—Ethics in Criminal Justice
Level 5
- CJ 4116—Friction Ridge Development
- CJ 4125—Research Methods in Forensic Science
- CJ 3344—Advanced Forensic Photography
- CJ 4165—Constitutional Rights
- HTHS 1111 or ZOOL 2100
Level 6
- Complete Program Portfolio—submit 26 of 31 artifacts required
- Complete minor, AS, cert (if applicable)
- Complete 40 hours upper division
- Complete 120 total hours
Critical Graduation Factors
| 2.5 Criminal Justice GPA |
| 2.0 Weber State University GPA |
| 40 upper division credit hours - minimum (3000 level courses or higher) |
| 120 total credit hours - minimum |