CJ 340 Introduction to Forensic Criminalistics (NS or SS)
This course introduces students to fundamental concepts in forensic science, beginning with historical perspectives and covering the use of forensics to investigate and solve crimes. Issues covered include the history and development of forensic science, crime scene evaluation, the crime lab, trace evidence, impressions, fingerprints, blood and DNA. Students will learn to evaluate and distinguish sound scientific concepts and the mythological representations in popular media.