BIO 145 - Forensic Pathology

Institution:

Salem Community College

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Description:

Acquaints students with the concepts of forensic pathology. This course examines the medico-legal investigation of death from unexplained or accidental causes, homicides, suicides, blunt force/sharp force injuries, gunshot wounds, asphyxia, drowning, and thermal and electrical injuries. The course discusses the identification of individuals through dental remains and records, as well as age, sex and race determinations. Prerequisite: BIO 140, or completion of ENG 98 and MA 93, if required; and either high school biology, high school chemistry or CHM 100 Offered: Spring

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Institution Website:

www.salemcc.edu

Phone Number:

(856) 299-2100

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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