FSCI 702 Seminar in Forensic Science

Evaluates a number of topics within the forensic science disciplines. Over the course of the semester, students will create presentations based on papers from peer-reviewed scientific journals and present them to their peers for discussion and critique. Forensic scientists will instruct students regarding new techniques, topics, and research in forensics. Topics emphasized will include standards for ethical behavior, workplace demands, and professionalism.

Credits

3 credits

Prerequisite

FSCI 500

Offered

Fall, Spring and Summer, 8 week 1 and 8 week 2

Notes

This course covers a broad range of topics within the forensic science disciplines. The student will prepare presentations based on papers from peer-reviewed scientific journals and will present these papers to his/her peers for discussion and critic of the scientific merit of the paper. In addition, visiting forensic scientists will present periodically on new techniques, topics and research in the forensic sciences. Topics related to professional practice will also be emphasized, including standards for ethical behavior, workplace demands and professionalism.