Course Description

Fascinated by true crime? Enroll in the interactive MOOC that puts you in the detective's chair! This comprehensive course explores the seven core pillars of modern forensic science. Through videos, podcasts, and interactive assignments that mimic real cases, you'll gain practical skills in: Crime Scene Investigation, mastering the process of securing and documenting evidence; Eyewitness Testimony, understanding memory's flaws and using advanced interview techniques; Fingerprints & Footwear Impressions, identifying and classifying unique impression evidence; Document Examination, detecting forgery in handwriting and materials; Firearms & Toolmarks, analyzing ballistics, Gunshot Residue (GSR), and tool signatures; DNA & Microtraces, profiling genetic material from minute samples; and Investigative Tactics, learning the ethics of interrogation and digital forensics. Stop watching—start solving! Gain the expert knowledge needed to analyze evidence and pursue justice.