FOR1002

Injury interpretation (8 points)

(MED)

Leader: Dr D Wells

Offered:
Clayton Full year 2004 (OCL)
Clayton Full year 2005 (OCL)

Synopsis:

Objectives: On completion of this unit the student will be expected to: 1. display an understanding of the pathophysiology of injuries; 2. show familiarity with the factors limiting accurate injury interpretation; 3. interpret the forces producing injuries; 4. apply the principles of forensic photography; 5. demonstrate a detailed understanding of the classification of injuries; 6. be able to accurately document injuries; 7. analyse and interpret mechanisms and circumstances by which the injuries were sustained.

Assessment: Assignment + Case studies + Presentations + Case book