Graduate Catalog 2024-2025

FRSC 6250 Imprint Evidence

In this course, students will learn and begin processing imprint evidence, including fingerprints, foot impressions, and tire tracks. In addition, students will learn to analyze imprint evidence, including different types of impressions that can be left at crime scenes, the methods used to document and preserve imprint evidence, and the techniques used to enhance and analyze imprint evidence. By the conclusion of the course, students will have gained a better understanding of imprint evidence and its role in solving crimes.

Registration Name

Imprint Evidence

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. Interpret different types of imprint evidence, including fingerprints, footwear impressions, and tire tracks, in order to aid in investigations.
  2. Critically analyze the challenges of imprint evidence analysis and develop strategies for addressing these issues in their future careers as forensic scientists.
  3. Apply advanced techniques for analyzing imprint evidence, such as digital enhancement and comparison, in order to extract meaningful information from evidence.