Do chemistry or biology programs feature the science of individualization as a core of their course offerings?
The answer is obvious. Only, at best indirectly, is it covered. Does this preclude graduates of such programs from becoming good forensic scientists? One need look no farther than Paul Kirk, who was educated as a biochemist, for an example. Nevertheless, if we are going to consider forensic science as a discipline, we must recognize that the principal entry route into a criminalistics laboratory is via specialized academic programs. The advantages are many. The forensic science major has: (1) selected a specific field and demonstrated the motivation and ability to handle the curriculum; (2) completed course work in subjects such as law, evidence, ethics and investigative approaches; (3) acquired basic scientific concepts with an emphasis on forensic science application; and (4) developed a forensic science ethic or way of thinking. The nonforensic science graduate, on the other hand, has to undergo a longer period of apprenticeship when employed. As effective as many on-the-job trainin
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