BIOL 211 - Investigative Biological Forensics

Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3

Prerequisite: BIOL 107 or equivalent
Description: The lecture-only course examines how to collect and analyze biological evidences found on clothing, bones, insects, plants, weapons, and other surfaces to help identify victims and support criminal investigations. Covers a variety of subjects intimately linked including forensic anatomy, odontology, anthropology, pathology, entomology, botany, and environmental contamination. Presents case studies for each set of biological materials like insects, plants, bones, and fluids. Features in-depth discussion and writing.