FSC 502 - Expert Testimony & Challenges in Court

Course Description: Introduction to proper behavior and proceedings in a criminal trial to include: being recognized as an expert witness, understanding the Daubert case and how it affects scientific testimony, and the ethics of forensic science and proper disclosure and testimony. Additionally, the students will research and discuss several challenges that have been brought before the court regarding forensic science and its reliability and accuracy.

Credit Hours: 3

Corequisite Courses: None
Prerequisite Courses: None
Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None
Course Repeatability Course may not be repeated

ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION

Equivalent Courses: None
Undergraduate Crosslisting: None
Additional Course Fees: None
Course Attribute: None

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