BIO 315 - Forensic Medicine

Institution:

Alvernia University

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Description:

Provides an understanding of the basic scientific, ethical and legal principles that are relevant to the practice of forensic medicine. Students will be exposed to post-mortem examination including issues related to dealing with bereaved relatives of a deceased person or victim of crime. An understanding of basic human anatomy and physiology is expected. Graphic photos and/or attendance at a forensic autopsy will be included. Prerequisites: BIO 115 and 116.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.alvernia.edu

Phone Number:

(610) 796-8200

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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