65543 Crime Scene Investigation

6cp; 4hpw
Requisite(s): 65241 Principles of Forensic Science OR 65242 Principles of Forensic Science
These requisites may not apply to students in certain courses.
There are also course requisites for this subject. See access conditions.

This subject provides a sound teaching in crime scene investigation. It is designed to introduce the different principles and concepts peculiar to crime scene. It covers the following areas: aims of the crime and related investigation; preservation, recording and processing of crime scene; preservation, search and collection of evidence; on-site screening tests; scene reconstruction; examples of scenes (break-entry, homicide, traffic and other accidents, fire, explosion, disaster); common types of evidence; ad-hoc forms and software assisting crime science investigation. Lectures are complemented by tutorials/workshops involving guest speakers. Potential elective students should consult the Subject Coordinator.

Typical availability

Autumn semester, City campus (2008 only)

Fee information

2008 contribution for post-2008 Commonwealth-supported students: $907.50
Note: Students who commenced prior to 1 January 2008 should consult the Student contribution charges for Commonwealth supported students
Not all students are eligible for Commonwealth Supported places.

2008 amount for undergraduate domestic fee-paying students: $2,490.00

Note: Fees for Postgraduate domestic fee-paying students and international students are charged according to the course they are enrolled in. Students should refer to the Annual Fees Schedule.

Subject EFTSL: 0.125

Access conditions

Note: The requisite information presented in this subject description covers only academic requisites. Full details of all enforced rules, covering both academic and admission requisites, are available at Access conditions and My Student Admin.