Forensic Science
15 Students |
Learn the basic techniques of C.S.I.. At the end of the session, each student will understand and be able to critically
evaluate “the application of science to law in a criminal justice setting. Students will explore the role that physics,
chemistry, biology, pathology, anatomy, psychology, and other major branches of science play in courtroom settings.
Emphasis will be placed on the historical evolution of forensic science, terminology, and how scientific methods are used
to solve crimes. Some of the topics include fingerprint collection and techniques, hair and fiber analysis, ballistic
analysis, soil analysis, crime scene documentation, Blood/DNA analysis, glass analysis, dental comparisons, forensic
profiling, and medicolegal death investigation. Students experience forensic science in both lecture and hands-on
applications. Students are required to use contemporary crime laboratory and field equipment. |
Requirements:
See English, Reading, or Verbal qualifying scores on page 9.
There is an additional $20.00 lab fee for this
course that must be included with the final payment.
Note: This course may be eligible for
articulated college credit at Northwestern State University. |
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