FOR2004

Elements of the forensic sciences

(MED)

Dr Michael Burke and Dr Matthew Lynch

8 points + Distance + Both semesters/full-year

Synopsis: Practitioners need to be familiar with the scope and limitations of the various branches of forensic science to know when and how they may assist in particular cases. Topics to be covered include the principles of forensic science, forensic biology, forensic botany, crime scene examination, specimen collections, toxicology, forensic anthropology, forensic odontology and forensic entomology.

Assessment: Assignments + Case studies and presentations + Case book