Hobart
This unit is being phased out and may not be offered next year, please consider your study plan accordingly. You will be able to enrol in the unit where there is an availability noted below.
Please note: this unit is only available to students accepted into the In-Service Pathway of 13D Bachelor of Social Sciences (Police Studies).
Introduction
This unit provides an introduction to the field of forensic practice including crime scene investigation, forensic science, e-forensics, forensic interventions in social work; the sociology of forensic science and related ethical considerations. The unit provides an overview of the history and development of forensic investigation techniques, as well as specific approaches and methods within the field, including the application of forensic science techniques in practice and participation in the forensic science process from beginning-to-end. Particular attention is given to the impact of forensic science in crime investigation, illicit substance policing and the investigation of injuries, death and fire.
Summary 2020
| Unit name | Forensic Practice |
|---|---|
| Unit code | HSP217 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| Faculty/School | College of Arts, Law and Education School of Social Sciences |
| Discipline | Policing and Emergency Management |
| Coordinator | Roberta Julian |
| Teaching staff | A/Prof Roberta Julian and Brianna O'Shea teaching this unit for TP3 cohort otherwise delivered at the Police Academy by Tasmania Police instructors |
| Level | Intermediate |
| Available as student elective? | No |
| Breadth Unit? | No |
Availability
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* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (see withdrawal dates explained for more information).
Fees
Requisites
Prerequisites
Co-requisites
Mutual Exclusions
You cannot enrol in this unit as well as the following:
Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | 39 hours delivered face-to face at the Tasmania Police Academy |
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| Assessment | 1,500 word written assignment (20%), 2 one-hour tests (15% ea = 30%), practical scenario assessments (25%), 1 one-hour final written examination (25%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
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