FS 177 - Forensic Genotyping Technologies

4 unit(s)
Recent advancements in forensic DNA technologies and their implementation into operational casework analysis. Topics include: novel genetic and epigenetic markers of forensic interest, massively parallel sequencing and high-density microarrays; population genetics and genetics of complex human traits; analysis and interpretation of bioinformatic data; applications of forensic molecular phenotyping and forensic genealogy, probative value of forensic intelligence, ethical and legal considerations related to implementation of the advanced genotyping technologies.

Lecture 3 hours/Lab 3 hours.

Prerequisite(s): BIOL 115, FS 11, and FS 167, or by instructor’s approval.
Grading: Letter Graded

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