The Chemistry Department of Colorado State University-Pueblo is pleased to offer a Bachelor of Science Degree with an emphasis in Forensic Science.
The program commences with a special topics course entitled:

Introduction to Forensic Science

CHEM 160
Credits: 3.0

This course is a general overview of forensic science. As a science, forensic science relies heavily on mathematical, biological, and chemical principles, although this course will cover these topics in a limited manner. The course includes an introduction to the crime scene, and methods of analysis for physical, chemical, and biological evidence.

Pre-requisites for the introductory course include one year of high school algebra, or the equivalent.

Topics Include:

  • The Crime Scene Drugs
  • Physical Evidence
  • Physical Properties
  • Organic Analysis
  • Inorganic Analysis
  • Document and Voice Examination
  • Hairs, Fibers, and Paint
  • Drugs
  • Forensic Toxicology
  • Arson and Explosions
  • DNA
  • Fingerprinting
  • Firearms and Tool Mark
 
Chemistry Department, Colorado State University-Pueblo
2200 Bonforte Blvd., Pueblo, CO 81001
(719) 549-2574, chemdept@colostate-pueblo.edu
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