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FOR105 (4 Credits)

Scientific analysis and examination of physical evidence for forensic purposes. Covers fingerprints, shoe prints, tool marks, glass, soil and mineral evidence, firearms identification, paint chips, and arson and explosive evidence. Includes the history of forensic science, functions of the crime lab and criminalist career specialties. Prerequisites: None.

FOR106 (4 Credits)

Scientific analysis and examination of biological evidence for forensic purposes. Covers blood, bloodstains, other biological fluids and stains, hair, DNA, toxicological evidence, controlled substances and alcohol. Includes the history of forensic science, functions of the crime lab, and criminalist career specialties. Prerequisites: None.

GLG101 (3 Credits)

Introduction to Earth's materials, surface and internal geologic processes, plate tectonics and geologic time. Prerequisites: None.

GLG103 (1 Credit)

Includes practical experience in rock and mineral identification, topographic maps, and applied problems in geology. Prerequisites: None.

GPH113 (4 Credits)

Earth's physical processes and impacts on human environments via the atmosphere, biosphere, lithosphere and hydrosphere. Topics and practical experiences include severe weather, climate change, biomes / ecosystems, landform processes; mountain building and erosion by rivers, glaciers, waves, wind, and using various topographic mapping data. Prerequisites: None.

PHY101 (4 Credits)

A survey of physics emphasizing applications of physics to modern life. In order to register for this course, Rio will need to verify that you have completed the prerequisite(s). How do I do this? See Syllabus for full course description.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MAT090, or higher level mathematics course, or eligibility for MAT120 or higher as indicated by appropriate placement.

PHY111 (4 Credits)

Includes motion, energy, and properties of matter. In order to register for this course, Rio will need to verify that you have completed the prerequisite(s). How do I do this? See Syllabus for full course description.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MAT182 or MAT187 or MAT188 or MAT220 or MAT221 or eligibility for MAT220 as indicated by appropriate placement or 1 yr high school Trigonometry with a grade of C or better or permission of Department or Division.

PHY112 (4 Credits)

Includes electricity, electromagnetism, and modern physics. In order to register for this course, Rio will need to verify that you have completed the prerequisite(s). How do I do this? See Syllabus for full course description.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in PHY111.

BIO100 (4 Credits)

This course will introduce students to the basic principles and concepts of biology, from the smallest molecules to the largest ecosystems. Students will learn about the methods of scientific inquiry that biologists use to study life. Prerequisites: None.

BIO105 (4 Credits)

Fundamentals of ecology and their relevance to human impact on natural ecosystems. Prerequisites: None.