CRIM 2320 - Crime Scene Investigation (CSI)

Credit Hours: 4.00

Objectives:

1. Given a mock crime-scene scenario, demonstrate the skills to conduct specific searches and analysis subject to existing standards in the field.
2. Identify key evidence concepts and their major impact on case analysis.
3. Employ scientific methodology in investigative applications.

Outcome 2: Upon completion of this course, students will be able to apply various scientific methods used in crime scene investigation.

Objectives:

1. Demonstrate basic principles of dactylography (latent, patent, and comparison).
2. Explain the principles of kinetic energy as they relate to criminal investigations
3. Demonstrate knowledge of metrology via applicable equipment in forensic areas.

Outcome 3: Upon completion of this course, students will be able to reconstruct a crime scene.

Objectives:

1. Identify glazing patterns and their applications.
2. Explain fluid pattern behavior as it applies to investigations.
3. Recognize physical characteristics in terminal trauma cases for use in reconstruction of behavior.
4. Employ state-of-the-art technology in the field directed toward value interpretation of evidence.
5. Interpret crime scene evidence.

Outcome 4: Upon completion of this course, students will be able to explain the importance of proper documentation in preserving the chain of evidence.

Objectives:

1. Explain relationships between record keeping and case linkages toward successful resolution in the investigatory process.
2. Describe investigative strengths of case presentation and analysis using high-profile documented cases.
3. Complete an in‐depth interpretation of various types of related physical evidence for inclusion into the encapsulation and reporting as determined by existing standards for investigation.
4. Explain investigative weakness of case presentation and analysis using high profile documented cases.

• Communication: The graduate can communicate effectively for the intended purpose and audience.
• Critical Thinking: The graduate can make informed decisions after analyzing information or evidence related to the issue.
• Global Literacy: The graduate can analyze human behavior or experiences through cultural, social, political, or economic perspectives.
• Information Literacy: The graduate can responsibly use information gathered from a variety of formats in order to complete a task.
• Quantitative Reasoning: The graduate can apply quantitative methods or evidence to solve problems or make judgments.
• Scientific Literacy: The graduate can produce or interpret scientific information presented in a variety of formats.