BIOT 1610 Introduction to Forensic Science Technology

4 Credit Hour(s)

This course examines the basic principles and techniques of forensic sciences. Topics include the roles and responsibility of collection and preservation of evidence at crime scenes. The steps involved in the legal and laboratory investigation of injury and death, beginning at the crime scene and extending through judicial proceedings. This course is designed for biotechnology technicians, forensic science technicians, law enforcement and others with interests in forensic sciences.

Prerequisite(s): BIOT 1010, BIOL 1110, MATH 1530 and admission to the Biotechnology Program, or permission of instructor.
This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.