Forensic Comparative Science

Catalog description

An introduction to the examination process of comparative science evidence. The philosophical study presented will provide the foundation for the student to judge sufficiency of details when determining the source of crime scene evidence. Practical comparative exercises of fractures and tears, firearm and tool marks, finger and palm print, and shoe and tire print examinations, will be included within the class. The class will be approximately half lecture and half examination exercises. Prerequisite: FS 203