Introduction to Forensics

Synopsis

LAW205 Introduction to Forensics teaches the student about the reality behind crime scene investigations: what can actually be achieved and how long they take to be done. More importantly, it enables the student to understand what can be done, and how to understand the results of forensic examinations.

Level: 2
Credit Units: 5
Presentation Pattern: EVERY JULY

Topics

Background to Forensic Sciences
Securing the crime scene
Computer-based media
Trace and contact evidence
Marks, impressions and firearms
Examination of body fluids
DNA profiling
Fire and explosions
Forensic examination of documents
Illicit drugs
Drug consumption
Forensic toxicology
Autopsies and autopsy report

Learning Outcome

Comment the various stages of the investigation process and the role of the forensic specialist in court
Describe the concepts, values, principles and procedures forensics science commonly used in Singapore and explain the relationship between them in a number of subject areas, as well as to apply them
Analyse fact patterns to identify relevant issues of law, fact and procedure.
Respond to the issues identified, identifying the relevant rules of substantive law, procedure or evidence.
Apply the relevant results to come to a conclusion on the issues
Formulate an opinion, provide a solution and advise based on the conclusions
Discuss critically, competing arguments in literature or in a group situation and make a reasoned choice between alternatives
Express ideas, concepts and arguments in the English language and legal terminology with care and accuracy
Employ information technology in an office environment for the search for information, the preparation of documents and presentations

Part-time Programmes

Singapore University of Social Sciences

Introduction to Forensics

Introduction to Forensics (LAW205)

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