Capstone in Forensic Studies

Catalog description

Students will integrate knowledge, skills, and techniques learned in prerequisite courses through several case studies that involve mock or virtual crime scenes. In mock crime scenes, students, in teams, will collect evidence and take photographs. Students will be provided the evidence in virtual case studies. They will then prepare evidence for scientific analysis, analyze the evidence to determine the viability of the case, write reports, prepare to testify in court, and conduct mock trials. Each case study will include ethical components. Site visits to local, state, and/or federal crime labs will supplement the case studies.