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Credits

This is a 3-credit course.

A substantial amount of forensic evidence used in the prosecution of criminal cases is initially established at the crime scene. Recognizing, detecting, recovering, preserving and recording this evidence forms a critical function within forensic science and criminal investigation. This course explores the main aspects of crime scene investigation, including: crime scene processes, recognition of evidence, documentation of crime scenes, evidence detection and enhancement, maintaining evidence integrity and bloodstain pattern analysis. It also covers professional practices associated with evidence handling and case file management.

This course is taught by Western Sydney University as part of a collaborative venture between the University of Florida and Western Sydney University, Australia.

Please review our recommended course order.

Topics

At the end of this course, students should be able to:

Techniques of Crime Scene InvestigationFisher BAJ & Fisher DRCRC Press, Taylor and Francis9th edition, 2022ebook. ISBN 9780429272011

Additional helpful textbooks include:

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PHA 6935 Crime Scene Investigation - University of Florida