65342 Crime Scene Investigation
6cp; 6hpwRequisite(s): (65242 Principles of Forensic Science OR 65241 Principles of Forensic Science) AND (65212 Chemistry 2 OR 65201 Chemistry 2C OR 65022 Chemistry 2A)
These requisites may not apply to students in certain courses. See access conditions.
Anti-requisite(s): 65543 Crime Scene Investigation
This subject provides a sound teaching in crime scene investigation. It is designed to introduce the different principles and concepts peculiar to a crime scene. It covers the following areas: aims of the crime and related investigation; preservation, recording and processing of a crime scene; preservation, search and collection of evidence; on-site screening tests; scene reconstruction; examples of scenes (break-entry, homicide, sexual assault, 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.
Typical availability
Autumn semester, City campus
Detailed subject description.
Fee information
- 2013 contribution for commencing Commonwealth-supported students: $1045 (Note: Students who commenced prior to 1 January 2010 should consult the Fees Calculator by Subject for relevant student contribution charges for Commonwealth-supported students. Not all students are eligible for Commonwealth-supported places.)
- 2013 amount for undergraduate domestic fee-paying students: $3000 (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.
