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ARCHIVED 2014-2015 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

CMC 495 - Forensic Hair Comparison

3.00 credit hours
This course is an initial introduction to forensic hair comparison and to the principles and practice of forensic hair comparison using microscopy and DNA analysis. The course concentrates on practical use of stereomicroscope, polarizing microscope and comparison light microscope for the forensic comparison of human hairs for the purpose of individualization. The subject of DNA analysis is discussed as it is essential to the forensic hair comparison. There is instruction in the characterization of hair roots for purposes of selecting hairs for DNA analysis. At the conclusion of this course, the student is capable ot beginning hair examinations under direct supervision, and continuing the necessary study and practice required of proficiency. Includes practicum.

Prerequisite(s): Admission into the CMC program.


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