AJ 115 — Introduction to Forensic Science 3 Units
Students explore the role of forensics in criminal investigations, including the fundamentals, concepts, and practices of forensic science to solve crime. Emphasis is placed on organic analysis, inorganic analysis, pattern evidence, instruments, firearms, documents, and real evidence. Students also examine standard techniques used to identify and analyze trace and physical evidence such as biology, genealogy, DNA, fingerprints, hair, fibers, controlled substances, impression, ballistic, and explosives. (C-ID AJ 150)