FS 405 - Advanced Seminar in Forensic Science

Institution:

Hilbert College

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Description:

This course is designed specifically to enhance the student’s knowledge and ability to locate, identify, document, and properly preserve and collect forensic evidence. Using an individual ?hands on methodology, the course will provide students with the opportunity to search mock crime scenes and process various types of potential evidence, including latent fingerprints, hair, fibers, footprints and artificial bloodstains. Proper documentation will be stressed and will incorporate note taking, sketching and crime scene photography. The course will provide a realistic overview of the processes involved in an investigation, from its inception to the final adjudication in court. Additionally, the legal considerations regarding forensic evidence will be discussed, including standards for the chain of custody and the legal ramifications of search warrants and the 4th Amendment. Ultimately, the course goal is to merge the student’s academic knowledge with their practical experiences in a manner that will develop their problem solving abilities and their analytical and critical thinking skills.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.hilbert.edu

Phone Number:

(716) 649-7900

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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