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  • FSCI 100: Development of the Death Investigat

    3.00 Credits
    Point Park University

    A broad introduction of the development of the Death Investigation system from origin and inception through history to today's modern forensic practices. Overview of future job opportunities and career requirements. Inclusive of a comparative analysis of various post mortem examinations, including hospitals versus forensic. Descriptive and detailed workings of a functioning Medical Examiners (ME) office. Course Objectives (1) Describe the Origin and History of the Coroner's system. (2) Identify the laws that govern the present day coroner's system. (3) Compare and contrast the difference between the coroners vs. medical examiner systems. (4) Evaluate and examine the difference between a hospital pathologist and a forensic pathologist.
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  • FSCI 194: Special Topics (CORE)

    3.00 Credits
    Point Park University

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  • FSCI 294: Special Topics (CORE)

    3.00 Credits
    Point Park University

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  • FSCI 301: Accident/Suicide Death Investigation

    3.00 Credits
    Point Park University

    An exploration of accidental deaths which includes motor vehicle, fire, drowning, overdose, industrial, medical misadventure and falls. Each type of death will be examined in detail relevant to the forensic investigation and the scope of the problem both locally and nationally. Students will be exposed to various methods of suicide, understand the patterns and reason along with the role of the forensic investigator. Special topics include Russian roulette and the significance of suicide notes. Course Objectives (1) Apply general investigative techniques to an accidental or suicide investigation. (2) Identify the many methods of suicide and what to look for at the death scene. (3) Dissect the reason why people commit suicide. (4) Identify what is needed in a motor vehicle accident investigation.
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  • FSCI 370: Forensic Evidence I

    3.00 Credits
    Point Park University

    Overview of the role of criminalists from crime scene through laboratory analysis. This includes the collection of fingerprints, shoeprints, other impressions, ballistic and trace evidence (hair, fiber, glass, paint). This class will include the identification, collection, preservation, documentation and analysis of evidence. Several labs will provide practical hands-on experience as well as realistic exposure to evidence collection. Course Objectives (1) Identify trace evidence identification, and the processing and application of a forensic case. (2) Develop actual hands on experience in trace evidence such as hair, fiber and fingerprint analysis. (3) Demonstrate a working knowledge of actual crime scene processing.
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  • FSCI 371: Forensic Evidence II

    3.00 Credits
    Point Park University

    An expansion and broadening of the concepts learned in Forensic Evidence I. Topics to include poisoning, DNA, blunt force trauma, stabbing, time-of-death determination, issues relating to firearms, natural and man-made disasters. Course includes an introduction to the role of forensic psychology, profiling and crime-mapping. Numerous labs will provide advanced practical hands-on experience as well as realistic exposure to evidence collection. Prerequisite FSCI 370 Course Objectives (1) Recognize and identify trace evidence with regards to blood spatter analysis and serology, with hands on experience. (2) Breakdown the elements of forensic pathology, in regards to blunt force trauma, gunshot wounds and stab wounds. (3) Describe the accepted techniques in dealing with mass disasters and analysize the reaction of a first responder and disaster planning.
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  • FSCI 401: Ethics in Forensic Sciences

    3.00 Credits
    Point Park University

    This course will review the ethical issues specific to Forensic Science. Forensic science is used to convict the guilty and protect or exonerate the innocent. Ethics means following the principles of natural justice, in all the activities without fear or favor in a neutral way. As Forensic Science is used to put the clues of a particular occurrence into finding the truth, and experts render testimony in Courts of Law, it is most essential that the evidence should be on Ethical Standards, not to be misleading or false. The course is not meant to dictate actions, but to offer the tools and some direction for dealing with difficult situations related to Forensic Science. Course Objectives Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: (1) Determine what ethical standards are in place for forensic scientists. (2) Prioritize the relationship between science, technology, and society in relation to ethics. (3) Recognize the relationship between forensic scientists and law enforcement. (4) Categorize the differences between science and the law. (5) Outline the significance of Ethics in Forensic Science. (6) Contrast the various types of conflicts. (7) Illustrate some of the major ethical issues affecting forensic scientists.
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  • FSCI 402: Natural Death Investigation

    3.00 Credits
    Point Park University

    An examination of the natural death processes and how and why they are investigated. This class encompasses: cardiovascular, respiratory, central nervous system and others. In addition, the method for analyzing natural deaths from various sources, their meaning and impact on public health policies will be discussed. Topics include the use of this data for analysis of various programs. Prerequisites: BIOL 225 and 226.
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