ADMJ 84 - Forensic Science

    Recent Professors
    Jeremiah Garrido
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2027, Spring 2026
    Class Size
    Not published
    Credits
    4
    Spring 2027 Sections
    View Spring 2027 sections of ADMJ 84
    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    This course discusses techniques used by forensic scientists in identification, collection, comparison, and analysis of different types of physical evidence from crime scenes. The course is intended for the non-science major seeking a law enforcement career but it is useful to all students interested in the field of forensic science. Emphasis will be given to trace evidence, DNA evidence, bloodstain patterns, firearms, tool marks, fingerprints, questioned documents, drugs, arson, explosives, computer forensics, and courtroom expert witness testimony. This is a combined content lecture and skill-building crime lab utilization course.
    Usually Held
    Wed 6:00pm–7:50pm