HONR 174 /274 - Forensic Chemistry

Institution:

Davis & Elkins College

Subject:

Description:

4 semester hours Forensic science, the application of scientific principles to criminal and civil laws within a criminal justice system with the goal toward the establishment of guilt or innocence, has had an enormous impact on the definition and enforcement of the laws enacted to regulate society. This course will introduce some of the specialized fields of forensic science and provide some of the fundamental principles of science and technology upon which they are based. Aspects of forensic science involving the examination of physical, chemical and biological items of evidence will be explored. This course will also provide students with an opportunity to develop a basic understanding of forensic science and to learn about the application of forensic science. The activities on each day include lecture, discussion and laboratory exercises.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.dewv.edu

Phone Number:

(304) 637-1900

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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