CRJ 213 - Criminalistics: Theory And Practice

Institution:

Molloy University

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Description:

The accumulation and processing of physical evidence is an essential component of criminal and civil investigations. This course will introduce the student to the techniques of scientific criminal investigation and the forensic photographing, collection, processing and documentation of crime scene data, such as: fingerprints, hair, blood and body fluid samples, footwear outsole patterns, tire tracks, gunshot residues, cordage and glass and textile fibers. Case illustrations will be drawn from leading criminal cases. The role of the forensic scientist as "expert witness" in trial proceedings will be examined. Prerequisites: CRJ 101, one course in the Natural Sciences. (Offered Fall) 3 credits

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.molloy.edu

Phone Number:

(516) 678-5000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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