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  • FORE 521: Forens Srlgy/Dna

    3.00 Credits
    Duquesne University

    This course presents the theory and methodology used in the examination and identification of body fluid stains, including blood, semen and saliva. The determination of species origin and sources of false positive and negative results will also be covered. Students will cover techniques and methods of forensic DNA analysis, as well as statistical interpretation of results, report writing and quality control issues. Students will process mock forensic casework. Prerequisite: Fore courses, levels 100 through 400.
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  • FORE 522: Qlty Asrnce & Lab Adm Mg

    2.00 Credits
    Duquesne University

    Forensic science is an applied science. The ability to consistently and reliably obtain results time after time and to demonstrate that this is done is important to courts and society. Also, the testing must evolve with advances in science. The human element introduces confounding factors that have to be managed as well. Ethical questions are emphasized throughout the course. This course is designed to provide you with tools to assure laboratory quality and manage the human and nonhuman laboratory resources in a forensic science laboratory context. Prerequisite: 101
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  • FORE 525: Forensic Toxicology

    1.00 - 3.00 Credits
    Duquesne University

    The Forensic Toxicology course is designed to provide the student with the basic knowledge to understand the deleterious effects of drugs and chemicals on the human body. In addition to the basic analytical principles the student will be involved with analyzing and interpreting cases in post-mortem, human performance and drug testing forensic toxicology. Prerequisite: Fore courses, levels 100 through 400.
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  • FORE 535: Evidence & Case Mgmt

    1.00 Credits
    Duquesne University

    The student is introduced to the process of receiving evidence, documenting chain of custody, and evidence security. Utilizing a LIMS for evidence tracking and case management will be covered. Stressed is the overall importance of the integrity of forensic evidence. Handling hazardous evidence is also covered. Prerequisite: Fore courses, levels 100 through 400.
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  • FORE 540: Constitnal Crim Proc

    1.00 Credits
    Duquesne University

    Criminal procedures for searches and seizures of evidence as constrained by the U.S. Constitution may affect the admissibility of forensic scientific analysis performed on the evidence in the laboratory. The forensic scientist should understand the constitutional dimensions of the law enforcement powers. In this course, significant U.S. Supreme Court cases will be read and discussed. This course is not an exhaustive or comprehensive study of the subject, but rather a survey of some of the major cases that affect everyday law enforcement. Prerequisite: Fore courses, levels 100 through 400.
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  • FORE 541: Latent Fingerprint Anlys

    1.00 Credits
    Duquesne University

    This course is designed to introduce the student to the science of fingerprints. Students will study the biological development of friction ridges, methods for developing, capturing, and preserving latent prints, and the ACE-V methodology for latent print comparison. This course will also provide students with the knowledge of current technology in the fingerprint community and the role of fingerprints in the field of forensic science. Prerequisite: Fore courses, levels 100 through 400.
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  • FORE 545: Explosives & Arson Invest

    2.00 Credits
    Duquesne University

    The Explosive and Arson Investigation course will provide the student with basic insight into theory, principles, scene investigation, sample collection, identification and classification of explosive materials and ignitable liquids. Forensic Science applications for the analytical evaluation of Biological Warfare Agents (BWA) and Chemical Warfare Agents (CWA) will also be emphasized. Prerequisite: FORE courses, levels 100 through 400.
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  • FORE 550: Seminar Journal Club I

    1.00 Credits
    Duquesne University

    The forensic science graduate experience includes presentations and discussions of topics of interest. One to two major formal PowerPoint presentations will be given based upon literature and laboratory research. Two to three informal presentations will be delivered based upon current journal readings or interesting cases. The presentations will largely be student-based, but may also include presentations of faculty and guests. Student presentations may be chosen or assigned. Prerequisite: Fore courses, levels 100 through 400.
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  • FORE 551: Seminar Journal Club II

    1.00 Credits
    Duquesne University

    No course description available.
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  • FORE 555: Expert Qualification

    1.00 Credits
    Duquesne University

    The Capstone course for the 5 year MFS&L program will prepare students for courtroom testimony and review the forensic science curriculum in preparation for professional certification tests. Prerequisite: Fore courses, levels 100 through 400.
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