FSCI 100 Survey of Forensic Science

Introduces the various aspects of forensic investigations in solving crimes. Topics include drugs and toxicology, explosives, forensic biology (DNA), forensic chemistry (trace evidence analysis), firearms and toolmark identification, and questioned document examination. Evidence collection and processing in a manner that allows its use in court proceedings will be covered. Restricted to non-science majors.

Credits

3 credits

Prerequisite

Placement into MATH 135 or higher and ENG 151 or higher

SEE Certification

Scientific Reasoning

Offered

Spring