FSC 230 Fire Debris and Firearms

An introduction to the principles of and forensic evidence relevant to arson, explosives, and firearms. The first half of the course focuses on the science of fire and explosives as well as methods for the analysis of relevant evidence. The second half of the course provides the principles of firearms and methods used for characterization of firearms evidence.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

FSC 130, CHE 154 and CHE 155L (all with a grade of “C” or better)

Offered

fall