CRIM 113 - Forensic Evidence and Analysis

Prerequisite: CRIM 2
This course provides the fundamentals of forensic evidence and crime scene investigation techniques, focusing on methods with demonstrated validity and reliability. Students will learn about evidence identification, documentation, collection, processing, and analysis. The course also covers the ethical responsibilities of scientists and examines the impact of bias and systematic issues on forensic evidence, including challenges to reliability and validity. Because of the nature and reality of work in the criminal justice field, real life examples that contain sensitive content may be used.

Units: 3

Course Typically Offered: Fall, Spring