Introduction to Forensic Science

Permission Required:

No

Distribution:

Law Enforcement

Credits:

3.00 Credits

Course Description:

This course examines the principals, theories and practices of forensic science utilized within the law enforcement community and the American legal system. Forensic science is the study and application of science to the process of law and involves the collection, examination, evaluation and interpretation of evidence. Students will gain a basic understanding of the scientific and analytical approach to determining the value of evidence as it relates to the court of law.