FS 167: Forensic Molecular Biology
San Jose State University
History, scientific concepts, methods, practices, instrumentation, interpretation, statistics, and court issues of forensic DNA analysis via lectures, hands-on activities/laboratories, and videos. Collection, documentation, and preservation of biological evidence, bioethics, QA, validation, admissibility, and training will also be covered. Prerequisite(s): FS 57; BIOL 31, CHEM 1A, and CHEM 1B; all with C or better. Lecture 3 hours + lab 3 hours.
Average GPA: 3.44
Grade distribution records: 196 students across 9 terms.
Grade distribution
| Grade | Students | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| A+ | 7 | 3.6% |
| A | 60 | 30.6% |
| A- | 56 | 28.6% |
| B+ | 20 | 10.2% |
| B | 27 | 13.8% |
| B- | 9 | 4.6% |
| C+ | 3 | 1.5% |
| C | 6 | 3.1% |
| C- | 4 | 2.0% |
| D | 2 | 1.0% |
| D- | 1 | 0.5% |
| F | 1 | 0.5% |
Based on 196 student grade records across 9 terms and 1 professor.
Instructors
- Jeremiah S Garrido 196 students, Average GPA 3.44