Courses & Units
Investigative Techniques for Policing PEM205
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 | Investigative Techniques for Policing |
|---|---|
| Unit code | PEM205 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | College of Arts, Law and Education School of Social Sciences |
| Discipline | Policing and Emergency Management |
| Coordinator | Doctor Kate Cashman |
| 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
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Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Police Study Period 1 | 15/1/2024 | 5/3/2024 | 8/5/2024 | 23/8/2024 |
| Spring school (extended) | 4/11/2024 | 27/11/2024 | 31/12/2024 | 23/2/2025 |
| Police Study Period 2 | 15/4/2024 | 28/5/2024 | 31/7/2024 | 15/11/2024 |
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Unit census dates currently displaying for 2024 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2024 will be available from the 1st October 2023. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- Explain the integrity issues pertaining to investigations.
- Explore investigative techniques to identify, manage and record crime incidents.
- Manage multiple forms of information and data to produce case files ready for legal processes.
- Apply best practice interviewing techniques for engaging with victims, witnesses and suspects.
- Apply the policies and legal requirements of investigation/
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 091100 | $2,040.00 | $957.00 | not applicable | $2,040.00 |
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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Teaching
| Assessment | Progressive tests (5%)|Mock Investigative Interview (15%)|Mock Video Interview (15%)|Practical Exercises (15%)|Exam (50%) |
|---|---|
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes. |
Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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