Course Description
Introduction to Forensic Science is the application of science to the law and involves various scientific disciplines.
This course introduces the various methodologies of forensic sciences; students will be able to understand the roles of various disciplines in crime investigation, and demonstrate the use of forensic science in actual cases.
Problem solving and critical thinking skills will be utilized through the application of science concepts to solve real world problems. Laboratory work which demonstrates the use of forensic science techniques is an integral part of the course.
This course introduces the various methodologies of forensic sciences; students will be able to understand the roles of various disciplines in crime investigation, and demonstrate the use of forensic science in actual cases.
Problem solving and critical thinking skills will be utilized through the application of science concepts to solve real world problems. Laboratory work which demonstrates the use of forensic science techniques is an integral part of the course.
This one year (two semester) course is intended for students wishing to pursue a post-secondary degree in the forensic sciences including but not limited to accounting, anthropology, ballistics, biological sciences, chemistry, computer science, dental medicine, criminalistics, jurisprudence, law enforcement, medicine, medicolegal death investigation, microbiology, molecular genetics (DNA), nursing, pharmacology, psychology, physics, crime scene reconstruction, facial reconstruction, and toxicology. This course introduces the student to the scientific, legal, and historical perspective of crime scene evidence collection and analysis, and to methods for scientific research and development. This course encourages active learning by hands on experience from laboratory exposure to crime scene evidence collection. Through this, the student will gain a familiarity and appreciation of the application of forensic science laboratory techniques to the analysis of fingerprints, unknown chemicals, physical evidence, and biological clues.
Course Goal• To introduce various disciplines and methodologies of forensic science.
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Course Goal
• To understand the roles that the various scientific disciplines play in crime investigations
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Course Goal
• To demonstrate the use of forensic science in actual cases.
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Course Goal
• To introduce past and present individuals in the field of forensic science.
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Forensic Science Students Identify Medullary and Cuticle Patterns of Hair and Fur
SUPPLIES REQUIRED FOR THIS COURSE:
ALL OF THE FOLLOWING ITEMS WILL BE USED EVERYDAY.
PLEASE BE PREPARED FOR CLASS!
Four Bound Composition Books (Two Per Semester)
USB Flash Drive
Pencils
Colored Pencils
Pens
Colored Markers
One 2 to 3 inch Binder
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landmark_cases.pptx | |
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doj_guidelines.pdf | |
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post_mortem_interval_general.pdf | |
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crime_scene_search_methods.docx | |
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