LEI 246 - Introduction to Forensic Science

Institution:

Widener University-Delaware Campus

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Description:

This course is intended as a general introduction to the basics of forensic science. It covers areas of interest to those working in legal nurse consulting, the paralegal profession, and law enforcement. General areas covered are reviewing and understanding the autopsy report, including bodily changes after death, specifics associated with strangulation, gunshot wounds, toxicology reports, medical records associated with sexual assault cases, as well as terminology associated with these reports. Students will develop skills to analyze and scrutinize reports generated from the use of forensic DNA testing, including reviewing the collection and testing techniques. The use of references and the internet will be covered. Actual case examples will be used when applicable. Course work assumes NO prior forensic experience. Prerequisites: LEI 101 and 231.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.widener.edu

Phone Number:

(302) 477-2100

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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