Module #1 Introduction to Forensic Science Overview of forensic science, its history, and its role in the criminal justice system
Module #2 Crime Scene Investigation Principles and procedures for collecting and preserving physical evidence at crime scenes
Module #3 Evidence Types and Handling Types of physical evidence, including biological, chemical, and physical evidence, and proper handling and storage techniques
Module #4 Fingerprint Analysis Principles and techniques of fingerprint identification, including classification, comparison, and evaluation
Module #5 Biological Evidence Analysis DNA analysis, including extraction, amplification, and interpretation of DNA profiles
Module #6 Drug Analysis Detection and identification of controlled substances, including Narcotics, Stimulants, and Hallucinogens
Module #7 Toxicology Analysis of biological samples for drugs and poisons, including testing and interpretation methods
Module #8 Trace Evidence Analysis of small, often overlooked evidence, including hair, fibers, and paint
Module #9 Firearm and Toolmark Analysis Examination of firearms and toolmarks, including firearms identification and bullet trajectory analysis
Module #10 Questioned Documents Examination of suspect documents, including handwriting analysis and document authentication
Module #11 Digital Forensics Recovery and analysis of digital evidence, including computer forensics and mobile device forensics
Module #12 Forensic Anthropology Analysis of human remains, including skeletal identification and trauma analysis
Module #13 Forensic Odontology Analysis of dental evidence, including bite mark analysis and dental identification
Module #14 Criminal Profiling Behavioral analysis of criminals, including profiling and investigative psychology
Module #15 Forensic Psychology Application of psychological principles to criminal investigation, including eyewitness testimony and false confessions
Module #16 Crime Scene Reconstruction Reconstruction of crime scenes using physical evidence and Behavioral Analysis
Module #17 Expert Testimony and Courtroom Procedure Preparation and presentation of forensic evidence in court, including expert testimony and cross-examination
Module #18 Ethics in Forensic Science Professional ethics and codes of conduct for forensic scientists
Module #19 Quality Control and Assurance Importance of quality control and assurance in forensic science laboratories
Module #20 Case Studies in Forensic Science Real-life case studies illustrating the application of forensic science principles and techniques
Module #21 Forensic Science in the 21st Century Emerging trends and technologies in forensic science, including DNA phenotyping and Artificial Intelligence
Module #22 International Perspectives on Forensic Science Comparison of forensic science practices and standards across different countries
Module #23 Media and Forensic Science The impact of media on forensic science, including CSI effect and media portrayals of forensic science
Module #24 Forensic Science and the Law Legal framework for forensic science, including admissibility of evidence and legal challenges
Module #25 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in Forensic Science in Criminal Justice career
