Crime Scene Investigation

This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of crime scene investigation. The module will cover the topics and techniques used in collecting and analysing evidence, from crime scene processing to laboratory analysis. This training will also discuss courtroom testimony and prepare students for professional roles in crime scene investigation.

Objectives/Outcomes:

Upon completion of this course, learners should be able to comprehend:

– The legal context of crime scene investigation, including relevant laws and regulations

– Proper techniques for collecting, documenting, and preserving evidence at a crime scene

– How to properly process a crime scene using the latest technology tools such as cameras and swabs

– The importance of maintaining chain of custody protocol when handling evidence

– How diverse types of evidence are analysed in lab settings, including blood typing and trace evidence examination

– Protocols for preparing expert witness statements based on investigation results