CRMJ 2314 - Advanced Crime Scene Techniques

Credit hours: 3

Course Description:
A study of crime scene techniques that takes the student beyond the classroom and into the field. Students will work mock crime scenes and apply all the skills acquired from previous studies. Simulates reality for the students and requires the student to photograph, diagram, and preserve crime scene evidence. Other topics include casting techniques and blood presumptive applications.

Student Learning Outcomes:
Students will be able to:

Complete photographic evidence for courtroom presentment of crime scene evidence.
Demonstrate advanced techniques of preserving crime scene evidence and preserving the chain of custody.
Prepare scale diagrams of crime scenes for presentment of evidence in a court of law.
Collect evidence using advanced casting techniques.
Classify and identify by terminology associated with bone and bone features.