Courses & Units

Impact of and Responses to Property Loss and Fraud PEM203

Introduction

This unit examines the complex social problems concerning property loss, damage and misappropriation through theft,
residential and business burglary, fraud and e
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crime, arson and unlawful fire
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setting and the significant social,
psychological
and physical risks posed to individuals, groups and the community by these forms of behaviour. The
management of these risks through intelligence
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led strategies and forensic responses, drawn from both national and
international research, is analysed and as
sessed. The nexus between alcohol, drug and gambling addictions and
property loss is also examined.

Summary

Unit name Impact of and Responses to Property Loss and Fraud
Unit code PEM203
Credit points 12.5
College/School College of Arts, Law and Education
School of Social Sciences
Discipline Policing and Emergency Management
Coordinator Associate Professor Isabelle Bartkowiak-Theron
Available as an elective? No
Delivered By University of Tasmania

Availability

Location Study period Attendance options Available to
Hobart Spring school (extended) Off-Campus Domestic
Hobart Police Study Period 1 Off-Campus Domestic
Hobart Police Study Period 2 Off-Campus Domestic

Key

On-campus
Off-Campus
International students
Domestic students

Key Dates

Study Period Start date Census date WW date End date
Police Study Period 1 25/4/2022 7/6/2022 10/8/2022 25/11/2022
Police Study Period 2 1/8/2022 13/9/2022 16/11/2022 3/3/2023
Spring school (extended) 31/10/2022 23/11/2022 27/12/2022 19/2/2023

* 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

  • Explain the nexus between alcohol, drug, & gambling addictions & property loss.
  • Analyse and assess intelligence-led strategies & forensic responses to managing risks.
  • Apply Tasmanian legislation relating to Property Crime.
  • Apply the principles of investigation to the processes and procedures relating to Property Crimes.
  • Respond and manage a reported property crime.

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
091105 $1,828.00 $858.00 not applicable $1,828.00

1 Please refer to more information on student contribution amounts.
2 Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
3 Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
4 Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.

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Requisites

Co-requisites

PEM101 Integrity and Governance in Policing PEM102 Preventing Public Disorder & Maintaining Social Order PEM103 Workplace and Community Safety PEM104 Custodial and Coronial Oversight and Investigation PEM105 Strategic Communication, Conflict Resolution, and Leadership PEM106 Information and Communication Technologies in Policing PEM107 Law for Policing PEM201 Forensic Practice PEM202 Understanding and Responding to Interpersonal Violence PEM203 Impact of and Responses to Property Loss and Fraud PEM204 Drug Law Enforcement and Harm Minimisation PEM205 Investigative Techniques for Policing PEM206 Law Enforcement and Public Health

Teaching

AssessmentTest or quiz (10%)|Examination - invigilated (internally) (50%)|Field Notes/Report (20%)|Field Notes/Report (20%)
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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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