FRSC 3043 - Crime Scene Processing

The course serves as an introduction to crime scene investigations, including the foundations of the field and methodology employed. Students will learn the appropriate steps to process crime scenes, while minimizing bias and maintaining the integrity of the scene. Topics covered in this course include searching methods, photography, sketching, mapping, evidence collection/preservation techniques, fingerprinting, casting impressions, collecting ballistic and toolmark evidence, and the drafting of crime scene narratives and final reports. Students will demonstrate and enhance their understanding of the process through practical exercises involving mock crime scenes. The material will be presented through lecture, videos, demonstrations, and related exercises. Field exercises will be conducted on the UCO campus in the vicinity of the Forensic Science Institute.

Credit Hours: 3

Prerequisites: FRSC 2503 with minimum grade of C

Enrollment Restrictions: Sophomore standing or above.