Advanced Forensic Spectroscopy and Spectral Interpretation.

Catalog description

In this course, students will engage with Infrared and Raman spectroscopy instruments and apply them in forensic science contexts. They will learn and implement strategies for interpreting real-world sample data. A key component will be mastering spectral searches using libraries/databases. Through demonstrations, students will have hands-on opportunities to analyze their own data. They will also explore and apply spectroscopy techniques in seized drug analysis and trace evidence analysis disciplines. Prerequisite: FORS 5445 .