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Criminalistics (CRJ 250)
Term: 2015-2016 Spring Semester
Wed, 11:00 AM - 1:55 PM (1/19/2016 - 5/9/2016) Location: CMCC JAL 112
CRJ 250 Criminalistics3 Credits (3 Lecture 0 Lab 0 Shop)3 Hrs/Wk (3 Hrs. Lecture) *15 wksThis class examines the techniques of crime scene investigation and basic investigation and basic evidence collection techniques. Once potential evidence has been identified at a crime scene, it must be secured, documented and properly collected. The course will include lecture and actual crime scene search and evidence collection. The laboratory analysis of the following will be covered: glass, soil, organic and inorganic substances, hairs, fibers, paint, drugs, poison, arson and explosive evidence, serology, DNA, fingerprints, firearms, tool impressions, miscellaneous impressions, photography, document and voice examinations. Emphasis is added to the challenges that "special victims" present to investigators.