FOSC 1206 Introduction to Forensic Science

This introductory course will provide a broad overview of the areas in forensic science covered in higher level courses. Topics include the recognition, identification, individualization and evaluation of various types of physical evidence, forensic science and the law, and ethics in forensic science. The relationship of forensic science to the natural sciences and the use of the scientific method in forensic science will also be explored.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

Program Admission

Corequisite

None

Lab Contact Hours

0

Lecture Contact Hours

45

Total Contact Hours

45