Provides a brief history of forensic sciences, an introduction to some of the techniques used, and a demonstration of some of the applications of forensic sciences. A survey course designed to give the student some exposure to the kinds of scientific knowledge and techniques applied to the medico-legal investigation of death and other crimes.

Prerequisites/Rules:
Credits: 3
Grading Method: Regular, Pass-Fail, Audit
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