MP
5.0Reviewed May 29, 2021
An extremely informative course if you are interested in forensics, and Professor Roderick is a brilliant teacher, even if it is only through pre-recorded videos. I highly recommend this course.
Introduction to Forensic Science
This course explains the scientific principles and techniques behind forensic science, moving beyond popular media portrayals. It uses case studies from around the world to illustrate real-world applications. This course is for anyone interested in the scientific methods used in criminal and non-criminal investigations, including students considering careers in science, law enforcement, or related fields. No prior forensic science background is required, but a basic understanding of science is helpful. By the end of this course, you will be able to: - Understand the scientific foundations of forensic investigations. - Identify and analyze various types of physical evidence. - Explain the role of chemistry and biology in forensic analysis. - Interpret forensic findings using real-world case examples. Learners will gain familiarity with analytical techniques such as chromatography and spectroscopy, commonly used in forensic laboratories. *For Nanyang Technological University (NTU) students, please be noted that this course will no longer be eligible for credit transfer.
Status: Pharmacology
Status: Investigation
Course21 hours
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SF
5.0Reviewed Nov 12, 2020
Thanks to Mr Roderick Wayland Bates for his simple and vivid explanation .....I liked his way of presentation... The course was really very useful and the case studies were thought provoking......
DP
5.0Reviewed Jan 21, 2022
Its a great course, i have learnt alot about forensic science and i am thinking of pursuing this career. Mr.Roderick Bates is a great Instructor and i wish i can do my Diploma and Degree with him.
BL
5.0Reviewed Nov 25, 2020
This course really provided a lot of insights for me regarding solved and unsolved cases. It made me more excited to pursue Forensic Science after finishing my undergraduate degree. Thankyou!
RG
5.0Reviewed May 23, 2025
This course is helpful most specially to those who are becoming forensic Investigators and Future law enforcer and of course this is a pre-law subject . Thanks to those who propose this
SP
5.0Reviewed Oct 16, 2022
very informative and easy to analyze the crime scene and help to think in different angle using the lecture video and notes ,and examples and case studies are ore useful to explore things
KT
5.0Reviewed Aug 25, 2020
The course package is very informative! I managed to learn more about forensic than I expected. The learning is very well divided into different weeks for more efficient learning experience.
NU
5.0Reviewed Jun 17, 2020
The training and instruction received in the course of the program were an excellent one. It exposed me to various techniques used for crime investigation. Generally, I had an awesome experience.
A
5.0Reviewed Aug 22, 2020
This course is very complete about different and important topics about the forensics scientist, I love the week about the toxicology. Congratulations for the good work in these topics.
LT
4.0Reviewed Nov 8, 2016
I have really learn a lot through the participation of the course and would like to sincerely thank the people conducting the course to make the course so enriching and also interesting.
DF
5.0Reviewed Apr 23, 2020
Fascinating course! I learned so much. The instructor was great and I thoroughly enjoyed all the real-life examples. I've taken several Coursera courses and this is by far my very favorite!
AR
5.0Reviewed Apr 7, 2024
I absolutely love learning at my own pace, and Professor Bates was excellent!! I wish I could take more courses from him, but sadly he only has this one. Would recommend this Professor and course.