AJ 115 - Introduction to Forensic Science

    Recent Professors
    John Spicer
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2026
    Class Size
    45 students
    Credits
    3
    Spring 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    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)
    Usually Held
    Tue Thu 12:15pm–1:35pm