NS 2232 - Introduction to Forensic Science

Institution:

Landmark College

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Description:

Lecture NS1011, NS1021, NS1111, NS1211, NS1311, NS Core Trans, EN1021, EN1015, FY1011, FY1001 This is a survey course in forensic science that explores how the principles of biology and chemistry are used to solve crimes. The major modes of course content delivery include hands-on activities, lecture, video, guest lecturers, labs and online activities. Noteworthy famous forensics cases will be examined and discussed and students are expected to present several cases throughout the course. Critical thinking and evidence analysis skills will be regularly applied to "solve" cases. Topics include crime scene analysis, history of forensic science, trace evidence, drugs and toxicology, serology, fingerprints, arson investigation, ballistics, hair and fibers, DNA, forensics entomology, questioned document examination, forensic anthropology and pathology.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.landmark.edu

Phone Number:

(802) 387-6700

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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