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An examination of scientific techniques used to develop forensic evidence discovered at a crime scene offered in a practical laboratory setting.

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.