FORS 350 - Trace Evidence Analysis

(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: CHEM 151-CHEM 152
Description: The student will utilize microscopy, perform chemical analyses, and interpret analytical data to determine the identity and/or probative value of evidence recovered during the commission of a crime. This course will address a variety of evidence, specific instrumentation, and analytical processes. Topics will include gunshot residue analysis, fiber, glass and paint comparisons, low explosive identification and polarized light microscopy. Offered Spring semester, annually.