Certificate Course in Crime Scene Investigation

𝗔𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗲

The 3-Month Certificate Course in Crime Scene Investigation (CSI), organised by Applied Forensic Research Sciences (AFRS), is designed to provide students with foundational knowledge and practical skills in crime scene investigation, evidence identification, documentation, preservation, and reconstruction.

The course covers essential principles of forensic investigation, crime scene management, forensic photography and videography, crime scene sketching, evidence handling, chain of custody, forensic report writing, and the legal aspects of forensic evidence.

Through theoretical sessions, simulated crime scene exercises, and practical demonstrations, participants will develop an understanding of systematic crime scene examination and the scientific methods used in criminal investigations.

𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗲 𝗢𝗯𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀: The objectives of this course are to:

·       Develop an understanding of the fundamental principles of crime scene investigation.

·       Introduce systematic crime scene search, documentation, and management procedures.

·       Develop skills in physical evidence identification, collection, packaging, and preservation.

·       Provide practical knowledge of crime scene photography, videography, and sketching.

·       Introduce the principles of crime scene reconstruction and evidence evaluation.

·       Familiarise participants with forensic report writing, chain of custody, and legal procedures.

·       Develop awareness of professional ethics, contamination prevention, and scientific investigation practices.

𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗲 𝗠𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗹𝗲𝘀

Module 1: Fundamentals of Crime Scene Investigation

Module 2: Crime Scene Management and Evidence Handling

Module 3: Crime Scene Documentation and Sketching

Module 4: Crime Scene Investigation and Reconstruction

Module 5: Forensic Photography and Videography

Module 6: Criminal Investigation Techniques

Module 7: Forensic Report Writing and Legal Framework.

𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗢𝘂𝘁𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘀: Upon successful completion of the course, participants should be able to:

·       Explain the fundamental principles and procedures of crime scene investigation.

·      Identify common forms of physical evidence and understand their preservation requirements.

·       Apply basic crime scene search and documentation methods in simulated exercises.

·       Prepare crime scene notes, sketches, evidence logs, and chain of custody records.

·       Demonstrate foundational forensic photography and videography techniques.

·       Explain the basic stages of crime scene reconstruction.

·       Prepare introductory crime scene management and reconstruction reports.

·       Understand the legal and ethical responsibilities associated with forensic evidence and expert testimony.

𝗧𝗮𝗿𝗴𝗲𝘁 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗮𝗻𝘁𝘀: This course is intended for:

·       Undergraduate and postgraduate students of Forensic Science.

·       Students of Criminology, Criminal Justice, and related disciplines.

·     Law students and legal professionals seeking introductory knowledge of forensic investigation.

·       Aspiring crime scene investigators and forensic science professionals.

·       Individuals interested in learning the fundamentals of crime scene investigation.

𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗠𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗱𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆: The course is designed around a combination of:

·       Theoretical learning sessions.

·       Case-based discussions and demonstrations.

·       Simulated crime scene exercises.

·       Practical documentation and evidence-handling activities.

·       Photography and sketching exercises.

·       Report-writing assignments.

·       Simulated courtroom presentations.

𝗖𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗲: Participants who meet the attendance, assessment, and other course completion requirements specified by Applied Forensic Research Sciences will be eligible to receive a Certificate of Completion in Crime Scene Investigation.