Survey course which introduces forensic science via a series of guest lectures provided by experts from within the university and from the community (e.g., Winnipeg Police, RCMP, Chief Medical Examiner, etc.). Multidisciplinary topics will be covered including how a case is studied, use of scientific techniques in investigations, collection of evidence, the role of the expert witness, and presentation of evidence in court.

PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisites: BIOL 1030 (C+), CHEM 1310 (C+).

Attributes: Science, Written English Requirement

(Lab Required) Theory and practice of processing and analysis of various types of forensic evidence. Lectures will be given by experts from within the university and within the community. Topics covered in lecture and lab exercises include protocols to identify, document and protect visible and latent forensic scientific evidence, analytical methods with forensic applications, rules and procedures governing the collection of evidence and the use of scientific data in court.

PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: FORS 2000.

Attributes: Science