Forensic Science – Physical Evidence is a course dedicated to the study of physical evidence collected at crime scenes and how to process the evidence. The course focuses on the application of the scientific process to forensic analysis, procedures and principles of crime scene investigation, and the gathering of physical and trace evidence. Emphasis will be placed on the methods that link suspect, victim, and crime scene. Laboratory exercises will include fingerprinting, handwriting analysis, ballistics, hair and fiber examination, and crime scene reconstruction. Case studies and current events will be explored.

Offered 2nd semester only. 

*Priority enrollment given to those inducted into the Medical Academy.