Graduate Catalog 2024-2025

FRSC 6050 Human Blood and DNA

In this course, students will learn the principles of bloodstain analysis, blood typing, and DNA analysis. Students will learn how to collect, preserve, and analyze blood and DNA evidence, and how to interpret results for evidence. The course will also delve in the ethical issues and limitations of blood and DNA evidence in forensic science. Lastly, students will have a comprehensive understanding of the techniques and principles used in the analysis of human blood and DNA evidence in forensic science.

Registration Name

Human Blood and DNA

Lecture Hours

3

Lab Hours

0

Credits

3

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon the completion of this course, students will be able to demonstrate the following outcome-based learning skills:

  1. To analyze and interpret DNA evidence in criminal investigations.
  2. Understand the principles of bloodstain pattern analysis and be able to apply them to reconstruct crime scenes.
  3. Evaluate the reliability and limitations of DNA and bloodstain evidence in forensic investigations.
  4. Communicate complex forensic science concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences.