Trace evidence is often the key to an investigation and may be your only evidence. It is critical to understand what trace evidence can do for the investigator.

• What is the composition of vehicle paint layers?
• What is the best way to examine paint chips and how are they evaluated?
• How is soil collected and preserved at a crime scene.
• What standard/reference samples need to be collected?
• How is soil examined?
• What does the scientist look for?

This individual work should include the following:

• An in-depth submission that should be free of spelling and grammar errors.
• An essay 1-2 pages in length.
• You will be assessed on the rationale used in addressing the questions/issue posted, and how well you justify your argument regarding this issue.
• Your response must be thought-provoking, have well developed ideas and/or opinions, and should reference any supporting material from the text, lecture or other sources you have used to complete the assignment.

You may use your text or the internet as a reference, but remember to cite your sources according to APA guidelines.

For citation guidelines, please refer to the table in the APA Style section of the syllabus.