Forensic Biology I

Catalog description

In this course (1 credit lecture and 2 credit laboratory), students will learn about many of the techniques routinely carried out in forensic biology laboratories. They will begin with search and recovery of mock biological evidence, move on to serological testing of body fluids, and then spend several weeks focusing on DNA techniques. Students will extract and quantify DNA using three different methods and generate a DNA profile using state of the art methodology. Prerequisite(s): A BIO 425 or permission of instructor. Course fee applies. Consult the Schedule of Classes.