FOSC 2200 Forensic Firearm Injuries, Distance Determination and Firearm Safety

Firearm related injuries and distance determination, using the analysis of both gunshot residues and shotgun pattern analysis will be the focus of this course. The application of the scientific method, testing protoccols, analysis of firearms injuries on victims and the reproduction and comparison of gunpowder and primer residues to determine the muzzle to target distance will also be explained. The functionality, maintenance, and safety of firearms will also be demonstrated.

Credits

4

Prerequisite

Program Admission; FOSC 1206 - Introduction to Forensic Science with a grade of “C” or better

Corequisite

None

Lab Contact Hours

30

Lecture Contact Hours

45

Total Contact Hours

75