Forensic Arson, Explosives, Firearms and Toolmarks Investigation, Graduate Certificate - Online

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Get certified in Forensic Arson, Explosives, Firearms and Toolmarks Investigation

The Graduate Certificate in Arson, Explosives, Firearms and Toolmarks Investigation (AEFTI) provides graduate-level education for law enforcement and military investigators in support of their professional mission. This degree credential can serve both as a stepping-stone into more advanced study, leading to a master’s or doctoral degree, or as a standalone educational achievement to strengthen their professional advancement opportunities.

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Overview

This certificate can be completed fully online, and the 12 credit hours can carry over and apply to our MS in Forensic Sciences degree, if students choose to continue into that program. Courses are taught by experts in the field and students will gain knowledge that they can immediately apply in the professional setting.

Coursework

Graduate Certificate in Forensic Arson, Explosives, Firearms and Toolmarks Investigation Courses (12 credit hours):

Required Courses (6 credit hours):

FRNS 5013 Survey of Forensic Sciences
FRNS 5613 Criminalistics and Evidence Analysis
FRNS 5063 Ethical Research and Scientific Writing
FRNS 5073 Quality Assurance in Forensic Science
FRNS 5653 The Law and Expert Evidence
FRNS 5963 Forensic Statistics

Elective (6 credit hours - selected from the following):

FRNS 5103 The Chemistry of Pyrotechnics
FRNS 5113 Essential Science for Explosive Operators
FRNS 5123 Fire Dynamics in Forensic Investigations
FRNS 5133 Ordnance Identification and Recognition
FRNS 5143 Methods in Fire and Explosion Investigation NFPA 921/1033
FRNS 5153 Explosives Research, Testing and Evaluation Methods
FRNS 5183 Computer Fire Modeling
FRNS 5423 Blast Injuries and Effects
FRNS 5443 Interdisciplinary Post Blast Investigation
FRNS 5663 Destructive Devices/Explosives: Law and Regulations
FRNS 5673 Intelligence for Forensic Investigators
FRNS 5683 Digital and Multimedia Evidence for Investigators
FRNS 5803 Circuit Exploitation of Destructive Devices
FRNS 5813 Building Construction and Fire/Explosion Forensic Examination
FRNS 5823 Forensic Examination of Fire Protection Systems
FRNS 5833 Identification of Destructive Device Fuzing Systems
FRNS 5853 Electrical Theory and Failure Analysis in Forensic Fire Investigations
FRNS 5873 Firearms and Toolmarks
FRNS 5990 Special Topics in Forensic Sciences
FRNS 6113 Advanced Energetic Materials Chemistry and Engineering
FRNS 6123 Advanced Fire Dynamics
FRNS 6173 Advanced Interdisciplinary Post Blast Investigation
FRNS 6183 Advanced Computer Fire Modeling
FRNS 6423 Advanced Blast Injuries and Effects
FRNS 6843 Advanced Destructive Device Circuit Exploitation
FRNS 6853 Advanced Electrical Theory and Failure Analysis in Forensic Fire Investigations
FRNS 6903 Advanced Forensic Examination of Firearms
FRNS 6923 RCIED – Advanced Analysis and Mitigation

Admissions Requirements and Deadlines

Suggested application deadlines are July 1 for Fall admission and October 1 for Spring admission. Applicants are encouraged to submit application materials at least six weeks prior to the start of the semester.

GCRT Admission Requirements:

Bachelor's degree with a recommended grade point average of 3.0 or better. (Applicants graduating from schools outside the U.S. are required to submit transcripts that have been evaluated to U.S. standards.)
Resume/CV
Statement of Purpose to include personal career goals and how the graduate certificate will support those goals.
Three letters of recommendation, preferably from professors and/or supervisors familiar with your academic ability, work ethic, and skills.
Employment verification form documenting at least one year of professional experience related to your field of study to be filled out and signed by your employer. The form may be requested by emailing forensic@okstate.edu.
Basic computer skills, equipment, and internet access are required for participation in online courses. Participants need the capacity for independent learning, access to a computer, Internet, and e-mail, as well as proficiency in word processing and spreadsheet applications.
$50.00 application fee (domestic)

Cost and Assistance

Oklahoma State University offers an affordable single rate for graduate students in online degree and certificate programs.

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