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B.Sc. in Forensic Sciecnce is a 3-year undergraduate programme under Faculty of Science of Assam downtown University, Guwahati, Assam. The main aim of the Programme is to create experts in the field of forensic science with the application of advanced scientific techniques This course targets to develop a platform where students can get to learn and practice about the scientific methodology and techniques that can be used to the field of crime investigation so that justice can be serve to the right person in less time which is the need of the hour for society. A graduate in forensic science course may avail jobs in the Forensic science laboratories, Research and Development, Education, Armed forces and Private sector also.
Year wise Course Details
Courses for this semester
1. Comprehend crime scene definition, importance, management, and reasons for crimes in India. 2. Recognize various crime scene types and roles of police, experts, and judicial officers. 3. Learn barricading, photography, sketching, and search techniques for indoor and outdoor crime scenes. 4. Understand types, collection, preservation, and chain of custody for physical evidence. 5. Grasp principles and stages of crime scene reconstruction, from data collection to theory formulation.
1. Grasp offence forms, case classification, legislation components, judicial hierarchy. 2. Differentiate cognizable and non-cognizable offences, bailable and non-bailable offences. 3. Examine Sections related to offences against individuals and property. 4. Explore constitutional articles and legal acts. 5. Dive into specific legal areas and acts' intricacies
Ascertain physical and mental development of the students and select best performers for state, national and international level competition.
1. Understand the principles of hybridization, shapes of molecules, and chemical bonds, including van der Waals interactions, hydrogen bonding, and electronic displacements in covalent bonds. 2. Explore isomerism concepts, including optical isomerism, geometric isomerism, and conformational isomerism, and understand the nomenclature and properties associated with different isomers. 3. Grasp the kinetic molecular theory of gases, deviations from ideal behavior, and the van der Waals equation, as well as the principles governing the liquefaction of gases. 4. Comprehend the quantum mechanical aspects of atomic structure, including Bohr's theory, wave mechanics, quantum numbers, and the electronic configuration of atoms. 5. Study periodic properties of elements, focusing on effective nuclear charge, atomic radii, ionization enthalpy, electron gain enthalpy, and electronegativity, along with their variations in the periodic table.
1. Understand scalar and vector quantities, their properties, and interpretations, including scalar and vector products. 2. Explore coordinate systems, motion concepts, frames of reference, and principles of relativity. 3. Analyze fluid dynamics, elastic properties of matter, and equations like Bernoulli's and continuity. 4. Grasp energy principles, work, conservation, rotational dynamics, and relationships between linear and angular variables. 5. Differentiate wave types, calculate properties, delve into sound waves, and explore ultrasonic applications.
1. Develop a comprehensive understanding of Algae, covering general characteristics, classification, reproduction, and economic significance. 2. Study the fundamental aspects of fungi, including their characteristics, classification, and economic importance. 3. Explore lichens, understanding their general features, structure, reproduction, and economic importance. 4. Gain insights into Bryophytes, covering characteristics, classification, reproduction, and economic relevance 5. Examine Pteridophytes, focusing on characteristics, classification, reproduction, and economic importance. Additionally, explore ecological concepts such as ecosystems, energy flow, biogeochemical cycles, and succession.
Courses for this semester
This course centres on the comprehensive study of forensic evidence collection, legal aspects, and expert testimony, emphasising analyses of materials like glass, soil, paints, hairs, and fibres for investigative purposes
This course delves into the multidimensional field of forensic psychology, encompassing its diverse subfields, ethical considerations, role in legal proceedings, crime causation, victim psychology, and effective criminal justice interventions
This course delves into the intricate world of fingerprint identification, covering its historical evolution, biological basis, patterns, classification methods, detection techniques, and applications in diverse scenarios like crime scenes and deceased individuals.
This course delves into fundamental organic chemistry topics, covering hydrocarbons, halogen-containing compounds, chemical equilibrium, chemical bonding, and acids-bases, fostering a strong foundational understanding of these concepts.
This course centers on fundamental concepts of electromagnetism, covering electric and magnetic fields, their interactions in materials, and their applications in circuits and electromagnetic phenomena.
The course will cover the knowledge regarding different criteria for animal kingdom classification. It will also emphasize on specific characters; economic examples of different organisms belong to different phyla of animal kingdom.
This course focuses on learning to communicate effectively, develop leadership skills and confidence, and be exposed to different perspectives that challenge their thoughts and views on the world which all ultimately add to the development of their self-identity.
The course encourages a range of activities outside the regular curriculum intended to meet learner’s interest, These activities are aimed to develop the social and soft skills and promote a holistic development of the learners, Keeping in mind the 360 degree learning methodology the students are engaged in different activities headed under different clubs viz. Dance, music, photography, drama, literary etc., The students are encouraged to participate in regular club activities, workshops, competitions as per their interest and hobbies,
MOOCS is provided through Coursera Platform which is an online course where students are allowed to take course/ courses per semester on the basis of the hours with relevance to the field
Courses for this semester
Basic cyber investigation techniques, requirement and analysing of digital evidences will be covered.
Students learn the principles of operation of instruments used in chemical analysis, and assess their advantages in forensic science
Learn about the examination of security documents, printed matter, built-up documents, and the identification of typists using forensic stylistics and familiarisation with instrumentation in questioned documents,
Understand the definition, scope, and significance of forensic ballistics, including the history and development of gunpowder and firearms, improvised and country-made firearms, gunshot residues, and methods of analyzing residues on shooting hands and targets
The course covers key aspects of forensic analysis of ink and paper analysis, detection of alterations and forgeries
This course emphasize the application of forensic knowledge to serve communities, integrating practical skills with ethical and professional considerations.
Extra-curricular activities encompass non-academic pursuits that enhance personal development, leadership, teamwork, and social skills, providing opportunities for students to explore interests outside the classroom and contribute to their holistic growth
MOOCS is provided through the Coursera Platform, which is an online course where students are allowed to take courses.
Demonstrate a comprehensive knowledge of the formation, reactions, and rearrangement mechanisms of alcohols, phenols, ethers, and epoxides. Exhibit proficiency in Werner's coordination theory, isomerism, valence bond theory, crystal field theory, and magnetic behavior in transition metal complexes. Application of thermodynamic principles, including internal energy, enthalpy, work, and heat, to analyze gas expansion scenarios and comprehend Joule's law
To develop broad and balanced knowledge and understanding of physical concepts, principles and theories of Physics.
This course aims to educate student on concepts of forestry
Courses for this semester
MOOCS is provided through Coursera Platform which is an online course where students are allowed to take course/ courses per semester on the basis of the hours with relevance to the field
The Ballistic and Explosive is all about the studies mechanism working and effect of different firearms and crime related to computer and internet, Their types and series of investigation protocol
This course is all about the study of narcotic drugs, psychotropic substances and their effects, and the analysis of illicit liquor, trap chemicals
Cyber forensics is all about the studies related to computer and internet, Their types and series of investigation protocol.
In this the students will learn about the practical aspects of forensic science in advance level
Introduce the concepts of data, collection methods and organizing it for drawing significant information. To inculcate ability to analyze data for significant information using various statistical methods.
Co-curricular Activities are enabled to supplement and complement the curricular or main syllabus activities. These are the part and parcel of educational institutions to develop the students’ personality as well as to strengthen the classroom learning.
The course encourages a range of activities outside the regular curriculum intended to meet learner’s interest, These activities are aimed to develop the social and soft skills and promote a holistic development of the learners, Keeping in mind the 360 degree learning methodology the students are engaged in different activities headed under different clubs viz. Dance, music, photography, drama, literary etc., The students are encouraged to participate in regular club activities, workshops, competitions as per their interest and hobbies,
MOOCS is provided through the Coursera Platform, which is an online course where students are allowed to take courses/ courses per semester based on the hours with relevance to the credit. The courses are provided by international universities across the world. During the courses, students have to submit assignments and quizzes.
The students will gain knowledge about academic and research growth from the experts
Courses for this semester
1. Introduce the importance and forensic significance of biological evidence, including its nature, location, collection, and evaluation. 2. Familiarize students with the forensic examination and identification of hair, fibres, and botanical evidence. 3. Explore the composition, functions, and forensic analysis of blood, including species identification and blood group determination. 4. Provide knowledge on the forensic significance, collection, and identification of semen and other body fluids. 5. Educate students on the use of polymorphic enzymes and various methods for resolving paternity disputes, including serological and biochemical tech
1. Introduce students to DNA as the biological blueprint and methods for DNA extraction and quantitation in forensic analysis. 2. Familiarize students with mitochondrial DNA sequence analysis and its application in forensic investigations. 3. Explore forensic DNA typing techniques, including PCR, sequence polymorphisms, and the individualization of evidence using STR loci. 4. Provide knowledge on RFLP techniques, genetic markers, typing procedures, and the interpretation of results in forensic DNA analysis. 5. Educate students on the principles of parentage testing, including genetics of paternity, DNA testing methods, and the mathematical basis for identifying parentage in disputed cases.
1. Introduce students to the fundamental aspects and scope of forensic medicine, including different types of inquests and the roles of oral evidence and dying declarations. 2. Explore the medico-legal aspects of death, including the diagnosis, stages, and signs of death, as well as different types of fatal incidents. 3. Provide knowledge on the autopsy process, including internal and external examinations, sample collection, and the investigation of sexual offences and suicidal cases. 4. Educate students on the types and classification of injuries, including antemortem and post-mortem injuries, and specific injury types like bite marks and burn injuries. 5. Familiarize students with forensic entomology, including the estimation of time since death and the factors affecting decomposition.1. Introduce students to the fundamental aspects and scope of forensic medicine, including different types of inquests and the roles of oral evidence and dying declarations. 2. Explore the medico-legal aspects of death, including the diagnosis, stages, and signs of death, as well as different types of fatal incidents. 3. Provide knowledge on the autopsy process, including internal and external examinations, sample collection, and the investigation of sexual offences and suicidal cases. 4. Educate students on the types and classification of injuries, including antemortem and post-mortem injuries, and specific injury types like bite marks and burn injuries. 5. Familiarize students with forensic entomology, including the estimation of time since death and the factors affecting decomposition.
1) Understand the fundamental concepts of wildlife, protected species, and endangered species, and develop skills in the identification of wildlife materials. 2. Apply knowledge of pug mark identification, wildlife population censuses, and forensic necropsy, and comprehend the legal aspects of wildlife protection. 3. Gain proficiency in forensic entomology, including the identification of insects, collection of entomological evidence, and understanding insect succession in forensic investigations
This course provides students with the scientific and analytical skills to solve crimes
The courses are provided by international universities across the world. During the courses, students have to submit assignments and quizzes.
Courses for this semester
The Anthropology is all about the studies skeletal remains, their examination and Forensic Significance.
The Forensic Medicine is all about the studies of Cause, Mechanism Mode and Manner of Death and changes in body with time to determine the reason and time of death.
The DNA Forensic is all about the studies of fundamentals of DNA and its forensic usage.
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