Marymount University

Graduate Catalog 2013-14

CJ 508 Principles of Forensic Science I

An advanced examination of investigative and laboratory techniques used in the investigation of criminal offenses. Also examined are methods for searching crime scenes, analysis of firearm evidence, fingerprints, serology (including DNA), toxicology, questioned documents, and drugs. Major crimes, death investigation, and pathology are also explored. Prerequisite: graduate or undergraduate credits in Criminal Justice, Forensic Science, or permission of instructor. (3)

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Graduate Catalog 2013-14

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Academic Opportunities

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