Undergraduate Catalog 2020-2021

FRSC 2100 Essential Practices of Forensic Science

Basic practices of forensic science including documentation methods (measurements, notes, sketches, and photography), microscopy, communication of results, and integration of concepts from other sciences including chemistry, biology, and physics, as well as mathematics and statistics.

Credits

3

Typically Offered

Demorest Campus: even fall day

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon the completion of this course, students will be able to demonstrate the following outcome-based learning skills:

  1. Have an awareness of some of the various practices used in forensic science.
  2. Know the importance of valuable evidence such as trace, impression, document, and drug and alcohol evidence.
  3. Be aware of the importance of effective communication.
  4. Comprehend oral versus written communication.
  5. Understand the basics of investigative report writing.