CRJ 1027 Crime Scene Investigation

3 Credit hours    45 Contact hours

Focuses on basic procedures in crime scene management to include photography and preparing initial reports and sketches. Includes processing evidence and related criminalistic procedures. Covers interviewing suspects, witnesses and victims to include the recording of identifications and descriptions. Incorporates lab and lecture.

Warning: This class may expose students to extremely graphic images of authentic crime scenes; lectures may include detailed descriptions and photo work of homicides and other crimes of violence.

Prerequisite

Successful completion of ENG 0092 or ENG 0094 (grade C or higher) or equivalent assessment scores or Permission of the Program Coordinator.