BIOL-39900 Human Identification in Criminal Investigations

This practical course is designed to provide an in-depth study of human vs. non-human osteology, bone biology, and pathology. Key information includes the history of anthropology, biological age, sex, stature, ancestry, skeletal trauma, forensic DNA and how this information is used in criminal investigations.  This is a travel study course;  students must attend two 4-hour preparation workshops, Osteology and Criminal Investigations, prior to the course start date.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

A minimum grade of "C" in BIOL 10100, BIOL 10300, BIOL 11000, or BIOL 11200