Catalog 2019-2020

CHE 340 Microscopic Examination of Firearms Evidence

This course is designed to provide hands-on experience in firearms evidence examination, with a focus on microscopic methods. The course will explore common types of firearms evidence such as cartridge casings, bullets, bullet fragments, shot pellets, and gunshot residues. Students will compare fired bullets and cartridges with unknown samples, primarily using comparison microscopy.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

CHE 230

Offered

varies when offered.