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Nov 23, 2024
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FOR 120 - Forensic MicroscopySemester Hours: 4
Spring
This introductory course in forensic microscopy is intended for
undergraduate students who are interested in acquiring the knowledge
and skills in basic forensic science laboratory methodology and
techniques. It is an integrated laboratory-lecture course that
introduces students to polarized light and stereomicroscopy, and to the
techniques and methods employed in the documentation, collection,
examination, identification, individualization, and comparison of trace
evidential materials. Topics include trace evidence collection,
preparation techniques, polarized light microscopy theory and practice,
stereomicroscopy theory and practice, as well as the established
rationale and methodologies used by forensic scientists in the American
Society of Crime Laboratory Directors (ASCLD) accredited
laboratories.
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
BIO 12; FOR 100 and 101; PHYS 12A, 12B. No liberal arts credit. Lab fees additional.
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