Courses & Units

Investigation Social Behaviour B HSP233

This unit is being phased out, no new enrolments are being taken.

Introduction

This unit explores investigative techniques used to identify, understand, manage and record social behaviour in a number of specific areas and settings relevant to policing practice. Investigative, evidence-based interviewing and conversation management techniques will be studied to develop core professional communication and analytical skills essential in obtaining information and statements from individuals and groups as witnesses to incidents, complainants and suspects. Complex policies and legal requirements dealing with incident scenes, the use of informants, interviewing vulnerable people, the identification of suspected offenders, the execution of warrants, investigating missing persons are analysed and assessed. Integrity issues pertaining to investigations are examined.

Summary

Unit name Investigation Social Behaviour B
Unit code HSP233
Credit points 12.5
College/School College of Arts, Law and Education
School of Social Sciences
Discipline Law
Coordinator Doctor Romy Winter
Available as an elective? No
Delivered By University of Tasmania
Level Intermediate

Availability

This unit is currently unavailable.

* 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 (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).

Unit census dates currently displaying for 2022 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2022 will be available from the 1st October 2021. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).

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Learning Outcomes

  • Demonstrate and apply knowledge of the key concepts, legislation, policy and procedures related to the subject matter.
  • Identify, analyse and evaluate relevant issues and arguments, using evidence to justify your answers and /or actions.
  • Communicate knowledge and research/investigation related to the subject matter in an ePortfolio (eWorkbook).

Fee Information

Field of Education Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 Domestic Full Fee 4
not applicable

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Teaching

AssessmentDirect Observations of Clinical Encounters (DOCEs) (100%)
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Textbooks

Required

Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes.

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