FSCI 3850 - Marijuana Identification Certificate

Institution:

Utah Valley University

Subject:

Forensic Science

Description:

Prerequisite(s): Accepted into BS Forensic Science Program and University Advanced Standing. Teaches the botanical and chemical methodology required for the legal identification of marijuana. Explains the microscopic morphological features of the plant material. Describes thin layer chromatography to detect hallucinogenic chemicals. Teaches the Duquenois-Levine Test to detect the cannabinoid family of chemicals and how to recognize false-positive results. Teaches the methodology to detect marijuana residues in charred debris. Explains data interpretation used for writing a marijuana analysis report to present in criminal proceedings.. Course fee of $155 for materials applies.. Lab access fee of $15 applies.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.uvu.edu

Phone Number:

(801) 863-8000

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

General Education

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