Advanced Forensic Science

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General

Prefix

CHEM

Course Number

307

Course ID

00000143-2023-03-20

Course Level

Undergraduate

Department/Unit(s)

College/School

College of Science and Engineering

Description

Analysis of physical evidence through the use of laboratory instrumentation. Sample collection and preparation methods and techniques. Lab.

Prerequisites

Credits

Min

3

Max

3

Goals and Diversity

MN Goal Course

Yes

MN Goal Designation(s)

03

Cultural Diversity

No

Learning Outcomes

Outcome

Describe the general features of bloodstain formation and crime scene reconstruction.

Outcome

Classify the commonly abused drugs and describe analytical methods for their screening and confirmation.

Outcome

Describe the methods used to determine alcohol intoxication and the role of the forensic toxicologist.

Outcome

Explain principles of trace metal determination and comparative analysis of paint and soil.

Outcome

Explain the principles of body fluid identification and DNA profiling.

Outcome

Describe investigative and laboratory procedures in arson and explosion cases.

Outcome

Define the role of the questioned document examiner.

Outcome

Conduct a series of laboratory analyses on various types of physical evidence with an emphasis on instrumental methods of analysis.

Dependencies

Programs

CHEM307 is a completion requirement for: