School Of ScienceForensic Analysis of DNA 2Western Sydney University Unit Code: 301434.1
Discipline: FORENSIC SCIENCE
Student Contribution Band: 2
Level: 7
Credit Points: 10
Assumed Knowledge
A basic understanding of undergraduate-level chemistry and biology is assumed as well as good general knowledge regarding the forensic analysis of DNA as provided by the pre-requisite unit (301148 Forensic Analysis of DNA), for example.
Prerequisite
301148 Forensic Analysis of DNA
Unit Enrolment Restrictions
Must be enrolled in 3741 Master of Forensic Science, 3742 Graduate Diploma in Forensic Science or 3743 Graduate Certificate in Forensic Science.
About this Unit
Forensic Analysis of DNA 2 is a continuation of 301148 Forensic Analysis of DNA where students learn about the methods routinely used for the isolation of DNA from cells and techniques applied to DNA quantitation and electrophoretic separation, as well as data analysis, interpretation and reporting. In DNA 2, students learn how to interpret DNA data to include mixture deconvolution and the statistics that apply to DNA matches/inclusions. Modules also guide the student through the basis of Y-STR and Kinship testing statistical applications. Students will also learn the report writing, review and testimony skills required of a DNA analyst. This unit is taught by the University of Florida as part of a collaborative venture with Western Sydney University.
(Note: This unit description is as provided by the University of Florida;
see: https://forensicscience.ufl.edu/programs/courses/forensic-analysis-of-dna-2/)
Special Requirements - Essential Equipment
Students are expected to have their own laptop or desktop PC, with a reliable internet connection, to access the online content and to complete the associated assessment items.
Courses| 3741.1 | Master of Forensic Science | CONTINUING |
| 3741.2 | Master of Forensic Science | CURRENT |
| 3742.1 | Graduate Diploma in Forensic Science | CONTINUING |
| 3742.2 | Graduate Diploma in Forensic Science | CURRENT |
| 3743.1 | Graduate Certificate in Forensic Science | CONTINUING |
| 3743.2 | Graduate Certificate in Forensic Science | CURRENT |