Academic Catalog 2024-2025

Forensic Science (FORS)

FORS 616  Special Topic in Forensic Sc.  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3  

This is a new course, with 3 hrs. lecture. This course is an examination of current issues in forensic sciences as they relate to the administration of justice. Special topic course offerings vary from semester. 3 hours per week.

College/School: The School of Public Affairs

Department: Dept of Political Sci & Pub Af

FORS 626  Forensic Science Management and Policies  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3  

This course provides a thorough examination into Forensic Science Policies and Management. It also offers a critical insight into the implementation of sustainable policies that will be beneficial in crisis management.

Prerequisite(s): AJ 505

College/School: The School of Public Affairs

Department: Dept of Admin of Justice

FORS 636  Quality Control Assurance: Standardization and Best Practices  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3  

This course presents an overview into the overall quality and accreditation requirements required in forensic science disciplines such forensic science laboratories, products, and forensic science personnel and law enforcements practitioners.

College/School: The School of Public Affairs

Department: Dept of Admin of Justice

FORS 646  Root Cause Analysis Fiscal Resource Management  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3  

This course will provide students with the applicable skills and knowledge to effectively analyze root cause analysis and implement appropriate actions during a crisis management.

College/School: The School of Public Affairs

Department: Dept of Admin of Justice

FORS 656  International Standards Organization(ISO) Accreditation  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3  

This course provides the familiarization of related International Standards Organization (ISO) accreditation requirements designed to ensure reliable processes and methods in the forensic science disciplines.

College/School: The School of Public Affairs

Department: Dept of Admin of Justice

FORS 676  Forensic Science Statistics  (3 Credits)  
Lecture: 3  

This course provides an introduction to statistical analysis techniques that are commonly employed in forensic science data analysis. This course will provide students with best practices for the collection and han

College/School: The School of Public Affairs

Department: Dept of Admin of Justice