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Nov 04, 2024
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2024-2025 Academic Catalog
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SCI 2850 - Forensic Science with Laboratory
Credits: 4
A study of how the disciplines of Biology, Chemistry, Earth Science, Physical Science, and Physics meld to form the field of forensic science. The course will focus on developing the scientific vocabulary necessary for investigators to communicate with scientists. This course is meant to assist student who are pursuing a career in criminal justice. Emphasis of the course be placed on scientific analysis of data rather than detective work. Students will learn to appreciate how the major fields of science are utilized in solving crimes. The laboratory component will provide hands on opportunities to integrate scientific methodology as it relates to criminal justice and the limitations of scientific testing.
Prerequisite: ENG 1010 with a C- or higher
General Education Code: Scientific Reasoning (SCRX)
Cross-listed: CJS 2850
Course Fees: Supplemental Level 2 Fee and Materials Fee
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