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2019-2020 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2019-2020 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

FCM 400/401 Forensic Chemical Analysis

Fall and Spring

This course introduces students to new approaches to the analysis of evidence and the interpretation of data.  Students will also have hands-on laboratory experience in the analysis of forensic trace evidence.  Quantitative and instrumental analytical chemistry will be utilized.  The areas of study include chemical analysis of gunshot residue, paint, accelerates, plastics, fibers, ink, hair, drugs and others.  Court presentation, professional practice and ethics, quality assurance and quality control will be covered.  3 lecture hours and 2 three-hour labs. Prerequisite: CJA 236/237  or FCM 210/211 CHM 336/337 CHM 338/339   all with grades of 2.0 or higher Corequisite: FCM401

5 credit hours