Course Descriptions

FRSC 600 FORENSIC SCIENCE AND LAW (3)
Study of the judicial response and requirements to uses of forensic science analysis of physical evidence in the investigation, prosecution, and defense of a crime with an emphasis on legal casework associated with rules of admissibility of evidence. A practicum involving mock trial courtroom testimony is essential part of the course. Professional ethics related to forensic science and courtroom testimony is a main component of this course.

FRSC 604 CRIME SCENE AND IMPRESSION EVIDENCE (3)
The interdisciplinary aspects of forensic science are taught through a variety of lectures and practical exercises including crime scene analysis, documentation and processing, evidence recovery procedures, latent print development and examination, firearms and tool marks examination, impression evidence examination, and trace and blood evidence recognition and collection. Ethical and legal requirements associated with crime scene processing will be taught from chain of custody through expert court testimony. Prerequisite: program admission.

FRSC 605 FORENSIC FIREARMS ANALYSIS (3)
An introduction to the theory and methods of Forensic Firearms Identification and Examination. Topics include firearms, firearms history, ammunition, and forensic firearms examination.

FRSC 607 FORENSIC FIREARMS ANALYSIS II (3)
Advanced theory and methods of Forensic Firearms Identification and Examination. Topics include: Microscopy and microscopic examination of spent cartridge cases and bullets to determine suitability for comparison to cartridge cases and bullets from known firearms. Obliterated serial number restoration methods. Tool mark examination. Prerequisite: FRSC 605.