Introduction to Forensic Anthropology

Catalog description

This course examines the fundamental principles and techniques of forensic science, focusing on the roles and responsibilities involved in collecting and preserving evidence at crime scenes. It addresses the procedures and ethical considerations in medico-legal investigations of injury and death, whether from past or current cases. From the initial investigation to the judicial process, the course provides an in-depth analysis supported by an extensive collection of slides and case presentations. It is designed for health care providers, law enforcement, emergency services personnel, and anyone interested in forensic science, with particular attention to those working on cases involving Missing and Murdered Indigenous Peoples. (Letter Grade.)