Summary
You will learn to collect, analyze and interpret physical and biological trace evidence such as fingerprints, hair, fibers, blood, toxins and DNA. You will discover how entomological and anthropological evidence from a postmortem examination can help solve a crime. This laboratory-based course will allow you to use logical thought processes and scientific inquiry skills to interpret evidence, analyze criminal psychology and examine the legal implications of crimes.
Student profile
As a lab science course, it is recommended that students wear clothing that is able to handle a laboratory environment. All ALP students should bring a personal laptop or tablet for use in class and during evening sessions.
Important dates
Application deadlines
Application opens: Jan. 13, 2025
Deadline: Apply by May 1, 2025
Tuition deadlines
The first half of tuition is due by May 15, 2025. The second half of tuition is due by June 1, 2025.
Upcoming dates
Forensic Science
Course #: 5008-C-PREC-5008-26-PREC
For registration assistance: 608-890-3260
precollege.wisc.edu/5008-C-PREC
Schedule
June 29–July 18, 2025
Registration through: May 01, 2025
All times shown in central time.
Program
Cancellation Policy
Badger Precollege reserves the right to cancel classes when necessary, including those for which enrollment numbers are not sufficient, or those for which a highly qualified instructor is unavailable. In the case of course cancellations, we will be happy to help you choose an alternative course. If no acceptable alternative is available, we will refund any tuition paid, minus any non-refundable application fees or deposits.