Forensic entomology is the study of insects associated with a human corpse, usually a homicide victim, to determine elapsed time since death. It can also be used to determine whether the body has been moved, disturbed after death, used drugs prior to death, etc. It is the most accurate and frequently the only method of determining elapsed time since death after 72 hours. The course provides the students with an overall understanding of entomology and its applications to criminal investigations, collecting insect evidence at a crime scene in a manner defensible in court, and the value of insect evidence and the results which can be expected from an entomologist.
Admission to a Forensic credential program or permission of the Program Coordinator.
3.0
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
Effective as of Fall 2007
FSCT 8140 is offered as a part of the following programs:
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