FSC 603 Genetics - DNA Laboratory
Laboratory to be offered in conjunction with FSC 604 Genetics and DNA Technology stressing techniques and methods required for DNA analysis used in forensic case investigations, in CODIS laboratories and in paternity testing.

FSC 604 Genetics and DNA Technologies
A comprehensive lecture series that covers the genetics and biochemistry of DNA to include the analysis, ethical considerations and quality assurance techniques used to analyze DNA for identification purposes.  This course serves as a core course in the forensic science curriculum.

FSC 605 Digital Imaging
Introductory course in digital image processing.  Covers techniques used in forensic laboratory to enhance, analyze, and catalog digital images.  Instruction in a laboratory setting.

FSC 606 Crime Scene and Death Investigation
Establishes foundations and techniques for proper crime scene investigation with or without a victim’s body.  Logical approach for collecting evidence and documenting scene and collection process.

FSC 608 Forensic Toxicology
An in-depth analysis of both clinical and forensic aspects of toxicology from the viewpoint of the forensic and medical examiner’s toxicology laboratories.

FSC 609 Introduction to Cybercrime
Teaches the basics of how computers and networks function, how they can be involved in crimes as well as a source of evidence.

FSC 610 Bioterrorism: Forensic
Course traces the historical development, current status, and future threats of bioterrorism in the U.S. and on a global scale.  Issues addressed include microbiology, surveillance, detection and post-event investigation.

FSC 612 Introduction to Forensic Microscopy/Trace Analysis
Introduction to various types of microscopy used in forensics, including scanning electron, light, fluorescence and polarizing microscopy.

FSC 618 Forensic Comparative Science
Introduction to comparative methods used by forensic scientists for analysis of fingerprints, questioned documents, and firearms.

FSC 622 Forensic Analytical Chemistry I
Introduction to analytical instrumentation used by forensic scientists for analysis of drugs, arson, explosives, and trace evidence. Lab stresses sample handling, instrumental analysis, and data interpretation from simulated crime scenes.

FSC 624 Biochemistry: Forensic Science
This comprehensive course in biochemistry focuses on concepts appropriate to forensic science and designed to meet forensic science educational standards at a national level.

FSC 626 Advanced Drug Analysis
Concentration on modern analytical methods used in isolation and identification of illicit drugs and their metabolites in biological samples and other forensic evidence.

FSC 628 Chemical Analysis of Trace Evidence
This course emphasizes the use of various sensitive analytical techniques including pyrolysis-GCMS, micro-FTIR, GPC, capillary electrophoresis and chemical microscopy in the analysis of trace evidence including paint, inks, fibers, explosives and plastics.

FSC 630 Forensic Science Internship
A 10 week internship in a crime lab or other forensic science related research laboratory. Application of principles and techniques learned during the first year of program. (PR: Completion of two semesters in Forensic Science Program)

FSC 632 Foundations and Fundamentals in Digital Forensics
This course will provide an overview of the foundations of digital forensics and its component subdisciplines:  computer, audio and video forensics.  The course will be taught as a combination of lectures, laboratory and practical exercises.

FSC 634 Digital Evidence Search and Seizure
Introduces students to the information required by investigators in the proper procedures for seizing computer systems and related storage devices used in the commission of a crime. Includes special needs of the field examiner and legal issues such as possible cause and evidence preservation peculiar to seizing computer systems.

FSC 650-653 Special Topics in Forensic Science
Present course material on special areas of research or topics which are not routinely covered in existing courses.

FSC 660 Independent Studies
Reserved for directed and independent research, problems reports, etc.

FSC 665 Legal Issues in Forensic Science
Covers the American legal system with specific emphasis on expert witnessing by forensic scientists. Mock trials provide experience in the courtroom.  (PR: CJ 321, Consent of Instructor)

FSC 676 Advanced Digital Evidence Detection & Recovery
This course will provide an overview of the advanced procedures and techniques used by investigators working with digital evidence.  The course will be taught as a combination of lectures, laboratory and practical exercises.

FSC 680 Seminar
Faculty, student and guest speaker presentations on topics pertinent to forensic science.

FSC 681 Thesis
Research conducted in the laboratories at Marshall University focused on a problem of forensic importance. The original research problem will be written up as a formal document and submitted as part of the requirements to fulfill a Master of Science degree in the research track.

FSC 685 Introduction to Research
Directed research which can be used to satisfy requirements for a Master of Science Degree in Forensic Science.

MTH 519 Statistical Issues in Forensic Science
Course covers basic theory of probability and statistics, Bayesian Analysis, likelihood ratios, population and statistical aspects of genetics, statistical issues in paternity testing and mixtures, and presenting evidence. (PR: Admission to M.S. program in Forensic Science, or permission)

BIC 638 Nucleic Acids and Protein Synthesis
An advanced course in molecular biology and molecular genetics emphasizing current research in these areas.

BMS 600 Cellular and Molecular Biology
A study of the molecular biology of the cell and its organelles, cell interactions, and differentiation. The course is designed to satisfy the requirements set-forth by the DNA Advisory Board (DAB).

BMS 614/624 Human Genetics
The course focuses on heritable human diseases. Major topics include the metabolic/molecular basis and detection of inherited disease, gene mapping, and genetic risk assessment. Topics in population genetics and statistical approaches are included. This course is designed to satisfy the requirements set-forth by the DNA Advisory Board (DAB).

BMS 670 Basic Methods in Molecular Cloning
This course is designed to expose students to basic molecular cloning techniques, such as genomic library construction, preparation of plasmid DNA, subcloning, nucleic acid hybridization and DNA sequencing.

MCB 620 Principles of Medical Microbiology
The study of microorganisms, immunobiology, immunologic diseases, host resistance, and the means by which diseases are produced and prevented.

MCB 642 Graduate Microbiology
An advanced treatment of microbiology with emphasis on the molecular aspects of anatomy, taxonomy, and physiology and genetics of microorganisms.

MCB 643 Principles of Immunology
Basic principles of the immune response system of humans and related mammals. Concepts of B & T cell function and interrelationships emphasized.

MCB 660 Graduate Virology
A comprehensive survey of methodologies used to detect and characterize viral specific antibodies and antigens and the status of cellular immunity in virus infected hosts.

PMC 625 Drug Metabolism
Topics will include a discussion of the metabolizing enzymes, enzyme induction and inhibition, toxic metabolites, prodrugs, metabolic disorders and analytical methods for studying drug metabolism.

PMC 630 Chemical Aspects of Pharmacology
An introduction to the chemical principles of pharmacology. The chemical classification, acid- base chemistry, and stereochemical properties of drugs and the reactivity of drugs with biological systems will be discussed.

PMC 633 Vistas in Pharmacology
A discussion and study of recent advances in the various fields of pharmacological investigation. This course is designed to acquaint students with state-of-the-art techniques and developing areas of pharmacology.

PMC 650 General Toxicology
An in depth presentation of the general principles and methods of toxicology. Mechanism, distribution and organ system responses to toxins and methods of toxicological evaluation will be discussed.


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