School Of ScienceCrime Scene InvestigationWestern Sydney University Unit Code: 300873.3
Discipline: FORENSIC SCIENCE
Student Contribution Band: 2
Level: 2
Credit Points: 10
Equivalent Units
300374 - Crime Scene Investigation
Incompatible Units
300746 - Evidence & Crime Scene Management
Prerequisite
300806 Forensic Science AND 300874 Digital Forensic Photography
Unit Enrolment Restrictions
Students must be enrolled in 3589 Bachelor of Science (Forensic Science), 3562 Bachelor of Science (Advanced Science) (Forensic Science) or MT3022 Forensic Science
About this Unit
A substantial amount of forensic evidence used in the prosecution of criminal cases is initially established at the crime scene. Recognising, detecting, recovering, preserving and recording this evidence forms a critical function within forensic science and criminal investigation. This unit introduces the student to a range of crime scene practices that provides the knowledge and skill to interpret a complex scene with voluminous detail, into a more specifically targeted range of forensic evidence items. This unit will explore aspects of crime scene investigation including; crime scene processes, recognition of evidence, documentation of crime scenes, evidence detection and enhancement, and maintaining evidence integrity. It also introduces professional practices associated with maintaining evidence integrity and continuity.
Special Requirements - Essential Equipment
Students must have a crime scene suit for the simulated crime scene assessment. Students must supply their own grip kit including; forensic linear scales, a magnifying glass, markers, writing material, clip board, small measuring tape, small leveller and camera card.
Courses| 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 |
| 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 |
| 3764.2 | Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of International Studies | CURRENT |
| 6043.1 | Diploma in Science/Bachelor of Science | CONTINUING |
| 6043.2 | Diploma in Science/Bachelor of Science | CURRENT |
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