CJ& 240 Introduction to Forensic Science (5 credits)
Formerly CJ 205
Course Description
Analysis of the history of crime scene investigations, practical use of technical equipment and scientific methods to assist in crime detection. Includes fingerprint identification, fingerprinting, casting, sketching, and crime scene photography.
Course Content
A. Crime scene documentation
B. Evidence value and proper collection
C. Evidence processing lab standards
D. History of fingerprinting
E. Fingerprint field techniques
F. Inked fingerprint recording
G. Biometrics
H. Recognition and recovery methods of tool marks
Student Outcomes
1. Process evidence in accordance with established industry standards.
2. Analyze historical cases to identify patterns of evidence manipulation and its impact on diverse groups of people.
3. Assess contemporary issues (e.g., biometrics) in forensic science through an intersectional and multicultural lens.
4. Explore one’s own positionality and biases and their impact views of forensic science.
Degree Outcomes
Programs Outcome: Graduates will critically evaluate past, present and future discrimination and privilege of individuals, societies, groups and institutions.
Critical, Creative, and Reflective Thinking: Graduates will evaluate, analyze, synthesize, and generate ideas; construct informed, meaningful, and justifiable conclusions; and process feelings, beliefs, biases, strengths, and weaknesses as they relate to their thinking, decisions, and creations.
Lecture Contact Hours 50
Lab Contact Hours 0
Clinical Contact Hours 0
Total Contact Hours 50
Potential Methods
1. Assessment Center 2. Practical Exercise 3. Group Project 4. Lab E. Lab Reports 5. Case Study 6. Essay 7. Objective Exam 8. Subjective Exam 9. Notes K. Project 10. Oral Interview 11. Instructor Observation 12. Peer Feedback 13. Report 14. Group Discussion
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