School Of ScienceForensic ChemistryWestern Sydney University Unit Code: 300868.2
Discipline: FORENSIC SCIENCE
Student Contribution Band: 2
Level: 3
Credit Points: 10
Assumed Knowledge
Knowledge of general and analytical chemistry equivalent to satisfactory completion of Chemistry 1, Chemistry 2, Essentials of Chemistry 1, Essentials of Chemistry 2 and a second year analytical chemistry unit.
Equivalent Units
300494 - Forensic Chemsitry
Prerequisite
300843 Forensic and Environmental Analysis OR 300832 Analytical Chemistry
About this Unit
This unit extends the student’s knowledge and understanding of chemical topics that are relevant to forensic investigations, and provides a deeper understanding of the underlying chemical and physical principles. Topics are taught in the context of the correct principles and procedures for collecting and conserving evidence, and the safe handling of chemical substances. Topics include an extended range of modern chemical instrumentation; the chemistry and analysis of various classes of drugs; clandestine drug laboratories; fire, arson and accelerants; explosions and explosives; and various forms of trace evidence (including textile fibres, glass and paint).
Special Requirements - Essential Equipment
Safety glasses and laboratory coat.
Courses| 2743.11 | Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Laws | CONTINUING |
| 2743.12 | Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Laws | CURRENT |
| 3562.9 | Bachelor of Science (Advanced Science) | CONTINUING |
| 3589.8 | Bachelor of Science (Forensic Science) | CONTINUING |
| 3675.4 | Bachelor of Science | CONTINUING |
| 3733.1 | Bachelor of Medical Science (Forensic Mortuary Practice) | CONTINUING |
| 3733.2 | Bachelor of Medical Science (Forensic Mortuary Practice) | CURRENT |
| 3754.1 | Bachelor of Science | CONTINUING |
| 3754.2 | Bachelor of Science | CURRENT |
| 3756.1 | Bachelor of Science (Pathway to Teaching Primary/Secondary) | CONTINUING |
| 3756.2 | Bachelor of Science (Pathway to Teaching Primary/Secondary) | CURRENT |
| 3757.1 | Bachelor of Advanced Science | CONTINUING |
| 3757.2 | Bachelor of Advanced Science | CURRENT |
| 3763.1 | Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Arts | CONTINUING |
| 3764.1 | Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of International Studies | CONTINUING |
| 3764.2 | Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of International Studies | CURRENT |
| 4748.3 | Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Business | CONTINUING |
| 6002.1 | Diploma in Science/Bachelor of Medical Science | CONTINUING |
| 6004.1 | Diploma in Science/Bachelor of Science | CONTINUING |
| 6043.1 | Diploma in Science/Bachelor of Science | CONTINUING |
| 6043.2 | Diploma in Science/Bachelor of Science | CURRENT |
Specialisations
| KT3149.1 | Forensic Science | CONTINUING |
| M3100.1 | Forensic Chemistry | CONTINUING |
| M3106.1 | Forensic Mortuary Practice | CONTINUING |
| M3120.1 | Crime Scene Investigation | CONTINUING |
| M4012.1 | Crime Scene Investigation | CONTINUING |
| MT3022.1 | Forensic Science | CURRENT |
| MT3023.1 | Forensic Chemistry | CONTINUING |