Description
Forensic evidence has become increasingly important to law enforcement investigations and court proceedings. This hands-on course will introduce
students to a range of biological topics that intersect with forensic analysis such as identification, time of death determination, hair and fiber analysis, and fluid analysis. Labs may include measurement and microscope use, documentation and evidence collection, vertebrate osteology, hair analysis, forensic entomology, and forensic anthropology. The course is suitable for non-majors and no prerequisites are required. Lecture two hours per week and laboratory one day per week for two hours.
Area of Investigation Fulfilled: Natural Science
Offered: Fall seester of even numbered year
(Three credit hours)