CHEM 4204 - Forensic Chemistry

Institution:

Clayton State University

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Description:

The study of the chemistry, and laboratory techniques used in forensic chemistry. Topics typically include the legal aspects of physical evidence collection and analysis, statistical analysis of data, drug analysis, forensic toxicology, explosives and arson residue analysis, glass analysis, fiber and paper analysis, paint and ink analysis, and gunpowder residue analysis. Various laboratory instruments and procedures will also be covered including mass spectrometry, infrared spectroscopy, UV-VIS spectroscopy, Raman spectroscopy, atomic absorption, immunoassay, chromatography, microspectrophotometry, and microscopy (light, polarized light, comparison, stereoscopic, scanning electron). Prerequisite(s): CHEM 2412/2412L.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.clayton.edu

Phone Number:

(678) 466-4000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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