Graduate Catalog 2024-2025

FRSC 6200 Bloodstain and Ballistic Reconstruction

In this course, students will study bloodstain pattern analysis and ballistic reconstruction. Students will also learn to analyze and interpret bloodstains and ballistic evidence to help reconstruct crime scenes and determine the sequence of events. Students will also review the challenges of these techniques and develop strategies for addressing them in real-world cases.

Registration Name

Blood & Ballistic Reconstruct.

Lecture Hours

3

Lab Hours

0

Credits

3

Student Learning Outcomes

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

  1. Analyze and interpret bloodstain patterns and other physical evidence to reconstruct crime scenes and determine the sequence of events.
  2. Obtain and apply knowledge of ballistics and bloodstain pattern analysis to solve real-world cases, including homicides, suicides, and accidental shootings.
  3. Evaluate the challenges of bloodstain and ballistic reconstruction techniques and develop strategies for addressing these issues in their future careers as forensic scientists.
  4. Communicate findings and conclusions in written and oral reports, using appropriate forensic terminology and adhering to ethical standards.