Module Title
Forensic Imaging
Keywords
optical and electron microscopy, polarising and comparison microscopes, photograpy, fibres, hair, bullets, fingerprints, footprints |
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Prerequisites for Module
Completion of Basic Laboratory Skills (AS1003) or equivalent.
Corequisite Modules
Refer to Definitive Course Document.
Precluded Modules
Refer to Definitive Course Document.
Aims of Module
To enable the student to apply the theory and develop practical and recording skills in forensic imaging.
Learning Outcomes for Module
On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to:
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Explain the basic principles and applications of a range of imaging equipment.
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Operate competently a range of imaging equipment.
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Carry out prescribed experiments accurately and safely.
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Present and interpret experimental observations accurately stating significance of match, sources of error and conclusions.
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Indicative Module Content
Principles of light microscopy: optical microscope, polarising microscope, comparison microscope, transmission and scanning electron microscope. Applications to a range of forensic samples including fibres, hair, footprints, fingerprints and bullets.
Indicative Student Workload
Contact Hours
| Full Time | Lectures
| 15 | Tutorials/Seminars
| 10 | Laboratory Work
| 50 |
Directed Study
| | Directed Study
| 25 |
Private Study
| | Private Study
| 50 |
| Mode of Delivery
This module is delivered using a mixture of laboratory work and lectures/tutorials. Directed study will involve retrieval of information from library sources and the Internet.
Assessment Plan
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Learning Outcomes Assessed
| | Coursework | 1,2,3,4
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Laboratory assessments involve regular scrutiny of laboratory diaries, assessments of safety and accuracy in experimental work and reports. The coursework will be a class test.
Indicative Bibliography
| 1. | Laboratory Manual and Student Safety Booklet, School of Life Sciences.
| | 2. | JONES, G.W., 2000. Introduction to Fingerprint Comparison. Staggs Publishing.
| | 3. | WHITE, P., ed. 2004. Crime Scene to Court, The Essentials of Forensic Science. 2nd ed. London: The Royal Society of Chemistry.
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Additional Notes
Students are required to purchase a laboratory coat.
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