Overview

This topic will introduce students to the following forensic tasks and concepts: How to maintain a casefileHow to collect, record and analyse trace evidenceHow to perform presumptive test for body fluidsThe role of microscopy in forensic scienceHow to evaluate and report forensic trace evidence

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Aims

The process of forensic analysis of trace evidence: from identification to reporting of the findings in court. The topic aims to give an understanding of the science behind methods in forensic science and their application to real case scenarios. The class falls into three basic areas:

  • Searching and testing for trace evidence
  • Transfer and persistence of forensically relevant material
  • Integration and evaluation of data obtained from trace evidence
  • Presentation of forensic evidence
  • Quality and Ethical considerations in forensic science

Learning outcomes

On completion of this topic you will be expected to be able to:
1.
Maintain a casefile
2.
Analyse data with respect to given conflicting hypotheses and draw appropriate conclusions
3.
Report forensic science evidence in a professional manner
4.
Communicate their findings effectively through oral communication

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