BIOL 131 — CSI Hawaii: An Introduction to the Scientific Process Using Forensic Science
This is an interdisciplinary science course that uses forensic science to teach students about the scientific process. It draws chiefly upon biology but also incorporates elements of chemistry, mathematics, and physics. Topics covered include the biology of mammals (including humans), anatomy and physiology of select body systems, types of forensic evidence, latent fingerprints, blood typing, and blood spatter analysis, osteology, hair and fiber analysis, fluorescence of bodily fluids, and ballistics. This is a non-majors class intended for students who have an interest in forensic science and wish to satisfy DB and DY requirements for the AA degree. It is not intended for forensic science majors. (Cross-listed as IS 130)