Fundamentals in Forensic Science

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In recent years there has been an explosion of interest in forensic science as new crime solving characters have emerged in fiction and tv. In practice, forensic science is a fascinating field that goes well beyond its depictions in pop culture. This subject explores the application of scientific investigations to the criminal justice system. With insights into the roles of the forensic scientist, you will learn about the principles of crime scene investigations. Forensic scientists are required to integrate their knowledge of core physical and biological science concepts. You will be introduced to these concepts and explore contemporary methods for forensic investigations and the analysis of physical evidence. Using case studies to understand why and how examinations are performed you will cover topics such as crime-scene investigation, physical evidence and its analysis, arson and explosions, bloodstain pattern analysis, drugs, toxicology, and DNA analysis.

Assessment 1: Online quiz. 250 words. Relates to Learning Outcomes: 1-4 Assessment 2: Online quiz. 250 words. Relates to Learning Outcomes: 1-4 Assessment 3: Online quiz. 250 words. Relates to Learning Outcomes: 1-4 Assessment 4: Online quiz. 250 words. Relates to Learning Outcomes: 1-4 Assessment 5: Practical report/case study. 2000 words. It is mandatory to pass this component in order to pass the unit. Relates to Learning Outcomes: 1-4 Final Examination: 2 hrs 15 mins duration. It is mandatory to pass the Final Examination to pass the unit. Relates to Learning Outcomes: 1-4 There is a supervised exam at the end of the teaching period in which you are enrolled. The exam will either be paper-based and offered at an established exam venue or online with supervision via webcam and screen sharing technology. Coordinated by UNE Exams Unit. UNE manages supervised exams associated with your UNE subjects. Prior to census date, UNE releases exam timetables. They’ll email important exam information directly to your UNE email address.

• Assessment 1 Online Quiz (10%)
• Assessment 2 Online Quiz (10%)
• Assessment 3 Online Quiz (10%)
• Assessment 4 Online Quiz (10%)
• Assessment 5 Case Study (20%)
• Final Examination (40%)