Forensic

Program Learning Outcomes

Classes

FSC 211: Introduction to Forensic Science

Class Program
Forensic
Credits 3

An introductory forensic science course with emphasis on the terminology and techniques used in forensic chemistry. Topics will include crime scene analysis and reconstruction, DNA evidence, trace analysis, drug ID and toxicology, an introduction to laboratory equipment, analysis of data, and other relevant forensic topics involved with current events. Three lecture hours per week. The optional laboratory portion is FSC 212. Required for chemistry major with forensic chemistry concentration. Required for biology major with forensic biology concentration. Required for psychology major with forensic psychology concentration. Beneficial for Pre-Law students and Criminal Justice majors.

Semester Offered
Offered spring semester.

FSC 212: Introduction to Forensic Science Laboratory

Class Program
Forensic
Credits 1
An introductory forensics laboratory course with emphasis on laboratory techniques used in forensic science. Activities and discussions will parallel topics covered in FSC 211. Topics will include crime scene analysis, DNA evidence, trace analysis, laboratory equipment, analysis of data, and other relevant forensic topics involved with current events. Three laboratory hours per week. Required for chemistry major with forensic chemistry concentration. Required for biology major with forensic biology concentration. Beneficial for psychology major with forensic psychology concentration, Pre-Law students and Criminal Justice majors.
Semester Offered
Offered spring semester.

FSC 342: Forensic Chemistry Laboratory Techniques

Class Program
Forensic
Credits 3
A continuation of FSC 212. Students will apply contemporary chemical techniques to analyze evidence commonly found at different types of crime scenes. Students will be required to apply instrumental techniques learned in previous chemistry courses and analyze their results. Analysis will involve instrumentation used in forensic chemistry laboratories across the country. Eight hours of laboratory per week. Required for chemistry major with forensic chemistry concentration.
Recommended Prerequisites
CHE 322
Prerequisites
A grade of “C” or better in FSC 211, CHE 231, or CHE 376.
Semester Offered
Offered on demand.

FSC 343: Forensic Biology Laboratory Techniques

Class Program
Forensic
Credits 4
A study of the techniques and underlying science of forensic biology. The course will include topics in biological evidence collection and preservation, quality assurance and control, forensic serology and body fluid identification, and forensic DNA analysis. Forensic DNA techniques will include Short Tandem Repeats (STRs), Y-chromosome STRs, mitochondrial DNA, single-nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) and population genetics/statistics. Two lecture hours and six hours of laboratory per week. Required for biology major with forensic biology concentration.
Recommended Prerequisites
CHE/BIO 301 or BIO 331
Prerequisites
A grade of “C” or better in FSC 211, FSC 212. BIO 322, and CHE 231.
Semester Offered
Offered on demand.

FSC 495: Forensic Science Internship

Class Program
Forensic
Credits 2 4
Independent work at an off-campus location to apply college course work to a forensics-based job experience, learn about a possible career and gain career related skills. Approval is required of both a Newberry College departmental faculty member and an onsite supervisor. Subject to Internship restrictions and regulations.
Prerequisites
A grade of “C” or better in FSC 211, FSC 212, FSC 342, FSC 343, and 16 hours of chemistry or biology courses.