CJ 307 Forensic Applications in Criminal Investigation
This course is an introduction to the application of the scientific method and the principles of contemporary science to criminal investigation. It is designed to familiarize students with the evidentiary value of crime scenes and physical evidence, and the appropriate scientific techniques for the discovery, recovery, and preservation of physical evidence. Various methods of forensic examination and analysis, and their investigative significance, will be discussed. Practical applications, legal issues, and critical thinking skills will be emphasized. Students will learn how forensic experts apply scientific principles and methods to the analysis, identification, and classification of physical evidence in criminal cases.