BIO 3057 Forensic Biology
This lecture/laboratory course will be an overview of the biological evidence and techniques used in forensic science. Topics will include serological study, hair and fiber analysis, fingerprinting, pathology used in identification and trauma to the human body, blood spatter patterns, and toxicology. The course will also include an examination of the techniques used in recovery, replication and analysis of DNA that contributes to DNA profiling, particularly RFLP, VNTR, and STR-PCR analysis, and an overview of population variability and demographics. Bio 3057 is open to majors and minors in the biological sciences and includes a lecture and students will be able to apply many of these techniques in the laboratory section for 4 credits. Prerequisites: Principles of Biology I and II, Principles of Chemistry I and II.