Course Details
Country:
United Kingdom
Institution:
University of Surrey
Course Title:
Fundamentals of Forensic Science for Social Scientists
Course Number:
SOC1042
Course Description:
This module is intended to introduce students to some basic principles of forensic investigation What is forensic science? Locard’s Principle. The nature of forensic evidence. Forensic science categories. The history of forensic science and its place in modern society. When is forensic science needed? Discussion of providers of forensic science, SSU, LGC, DSTL, independent practitioners. Accreditation and registration. Reliability and trustworthiness Crime scene investigation. The nature of a crime scene. Zoning and crime scene management. Collection, protection and documenting of evidence Trace and contact evidence. Direct and circumstantial evidence. Physical and biological evidence. Class and individual characteristics. Fingerprint evidence. Blood as evidence. General examination methods (fibres, blood, biological fluids, firearms, explosives). Legal backgrounds. Criminal court system (England and Wales, Scotland). Types of offences. CPS, types of courts. Preparation of statements and presentation of forensic evidence. Forensic science on trial: the Preece case, the Guildford 4, the Birmingham 6, the Macguire
Language:
English
Approved Equivalent:
FRSC 101
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