CJ 241 - Advanced Forensics II

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Southern Maine Community College

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Description:

The second course in the advanced forensics sequence, this course will build on the work in Forensics I. Students will examine additional and more advanced techniques related to the collection, preservation and analysis of crime scene evidence used in a court of law. This course provides students with the knowledge of the principles of effective crime scene management. Topics include physical evidence collection and preservation, laboratory analysis, legal and practical documentation of evidence, and criminal investigation protocols. Students will engage in extensive laboratory work and analysis, review of case studies, and hands on work at mock crime scenes, which will prepare them to present the results of their crime scene investigations in court. The course is designed for students pursuing a career as a crime scene technician. Prerequisites: CJ 111, CJ 120 (grade of "C" or better) , CJ 240, permission of instructor

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.smccME.edu

Phone Number:

(207) 741-5500

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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