Mar 28, 2024  
2017-2018 SGPP Catalog and Handbook 
    
2017-2018 SGPP Catalog and Handbook [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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PSCI308 Forensic Science in Crime Scene Investigation (3 cr.)


This course examines the use of forensic science methodologies in the examination of crime scenes. It addresses the use of forensic science to aid in the investigation of crimes. Students learn to apply these principles to conduct ethical and objective examinations of crime scenes. Foundational principles in the use of science in a variety of criminal investigations are discussed and applied.


Upon completion of the course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

  1. Explain basic principles of evidence and physical evidence exchange theory.
  2. Apply forensic investigative approaches to crime scenes.
  3. Discuss the various legal considerations related to crime scene investigation.
  4. Apply the principles of trace evidence, biological evidence, firearms evidence, toxicology, drug chemistry, and latent fingerprint evidence.
  5. Describe the use and application of forensics in property crime and high-tech crime investigations.
  6. Describe the use and application of forensic science disciplines in violent crime investigations.
  7. Analyze the ethical principles associated with forensic science.
  8. Evaluate emerging issues and trends in the field of forensic science.
     



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