Forensic Studies 35 [ 5cr ]

Dig deeper into the world of crime scene investigation. Learn about forensic anthropology and entomology; forensic toxicology; autopsies; ballistics; police protective equipment; police dogs; arson investigation; criminal profiling; investigation processes; and footwear, tire, and tool mark impressions. You’ll also analyze real-life crime cases, including the Karla Homolka serial killings, the Washington sniper shootings, Clifford Olson, Paul Bernardo, Ted Bundy, Geoffrey Dahmer, the Mayerthorpe quadruple Mountie murder case, the North Hollywood Shootout, the Laci Peterson murder case, the Reena Virk murder case, the Jonestown mass suicide, and the Robert Pickton serial killings. There is a supervised final exam in this course.

Note: Due to the graphic nature of the course material and its focus on real events, this course may not be suitable for everyone. This course includes descriptions of violent crimes, firearms, and deviant behavior. 

In order for a student to be successful in this course, VVS requires a minimum of 50% in the prerequisite course.