Semester-Long Elective

Forensic Science applies the tools of multiple scientific disciplines such as Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Psychology, as well as the process of scientific inquiry to the goal of investigating crime scene evidence in the eye of the law. This course introduces students to the key topics in forensic science, including the application of the scientific process to forensic analysis, procedures and principles of crime scene investigation, physical and trace evidence such as hair, fiber, fingerprints, DNA, and blood. Students will actively participate in labs and activities relating to the investigation of hypothetical crime scenes and the analysis of evidence. Lastly, we will explore various career options available in the field of forensic science.