The application of chemical and physical methods to the analysis of evidence is the focus of this course. Common methods of evidentiary examination are included as experimental components.
Team work on case studies and on the investigation of crime scenes is emphasized.
Class discussion and participation are vital aspects to the course. Attendance Policy Students are responsible for all class work, quizzes, lectures, and laboratory work, whether in attendance or not. Students may arrange for make-up work for excused absences. An excused absence will be granted at the discretion of the instructor for documented reasons, emergencies, or official college business. Arranging make-up work is the responsibility of the student and should be completed within two weeks time of the scheduled work.