NATS 3053 Crime Scene Investigation
NATS 3053 Crime Scene Investigation (10 Credit Points)
A substantial amount of forensic evidence used in the prosecution of criminal cases is derived from crime scenes. It is therefore critical that forensic practitioners understand appropriate crime scene investigation procedures for dealing with forensic evidence at the scene, and that they can apply these procedures in a practical manner during investigations. This subject will explore the practical aspects of crime scene investigation including scene preservation and documentation, scene searching and detection of forensic evidence as well as evidence enhancement and collection. Professional practices for maintaining evidence integrity and continuity will also be implemented. In additional to the practical components of this subject, a range of specialised crime scene investigation sub-disciplines will also be discussed along with crime scene legislation and the role of the crime scene investigator in court.
Level: Undergraduate Level 3 subject
Pre-requisite(s): NATS 1003
Equivalent Subjects: NATS 2010
Incompatible Subjects: NATS 2014
Restrictions: Please see the Subject Details page for any restrictions for this subject
