Forensic Biology and DNA Analysis
( 24 Modules )

Module #1
Introduction to Forensic Biology
Overview of the field of forensic biology and its applications in criminal investigations

Module #2
Biology of Cells and Genetics
Review of basic cellular biology and genetics principles relevant to forensic analysis

Module #3
DNA Structure and Function
In-depth look at the structure and function of DNA, including replication and transcription

Module #4
Forensic DNA Analysis:Overview
Introduction to the principles and methods of forensic DNA analysis

Module #5
DNA Extraction and Purification
Techniques for extracting and purifying DNA from various evidence types

Module #6
PCR:Principles and Applications
Polymerase chain reaction (PCR) fundamentals and its use in forensic DNA analysis

Module #7
STR Analysis:Overview
Short tandem repeat (STR) analysis principles and its use in forensic DNA typing

Module #8
STR Analysis:Laboratory Techniques
Hands-on laboratory techniques for STR analysis, including DNA amplification and electrophoresis

Module #9
Interpreting STR Data
Interpretation of STR data, including allele calling and data analysis

Module #10
DNA Databases and Searching
Use of DNA databases, including CODIS and DNA search methods

Module #11
Mitochondrial DNA Analysis
Principles and applications of mitochondrial DNA analysis in forensic science

Module #12
Y-Chromosome Analysis
Principles and applications of Y-chromosome analysis in forensic science

Module #13
Forensic DNA Analysis:Biochemical Markers
Use of biochemical markers, such as enzymes and proteins, in forensic DNA analysis

Module #14
DNA Mixture Interpretation
Interpretation of DNA mixtures, including probabilistic genotyping and likelihood ratio analysis

Module #15
Forensic DNA Analysis:Low Copy Number DNA
Analysis of low copy number DNA, including LCN DNA and touch DNA

Module #16
Quality Control and Quality Assurance
Importance of quality control and quality assurance in forensic DNA analysis

Module #17
Error Rates and Uncertainty
Understanding error rates and uncertainty in forensic DNA analysis

Module #18
Statistical Analysis in Forensic DNA
Probability and statistics in forensic DNA analysis, including Bayes theorem and likelihood ratio

Module #19
Case Studies in Forensic DNA Analysis
Real-world examples of forensic DNA analysis in criminal investigations

Module #20
Ethical Considerations in Forensic DNA Analysis
Ethical issues in forensic DNA analysis, including privacy and consent

Module #21
Future Directions in Forensic DNA Analysis
Emerging trends and technologies in forensic DNA analysis

Module #22
Forensic DNA Analysis and the Law
Legal framework and admissibility of DNA evidence in court

Module #23
Certification and Accreditation in Forensic DNA Analysis
Importance of certification and accreditation in forensic DNA analysis

Module #24
Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion
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