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An introduction to analytical techniques in modern forensic science. The analysis of physical and biological evidence and the role of science in the judicial system.
| Paper title | Analytical and Forensic Science |
|---|---|
| Paper code | FORS201 |
| Subject | Forensic Analytical Science |
| EFTS | 0.15 |
| Points | 18 points |
| Teaching period | Semester 1 (On campus) |
| Domestic Tuition Fees (NZD) | $1,110.75 |
| International Tuition Fees | Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website. |
- Prerequisite
- CELS 191 and CHEM 191 and 54 further points from Science Schedule C
- Schedule C
- Science
- Contact
Associate Professor Jo-Ann Stanton
Tel 64 3 479 7483
Location: 270 Great King St., Lindo Ferguson Building
fors201.admin@otago.ac.nz- Teaching staff
Course Co-ordinator: Associate Professor Jo-Ann Stanton
Dr Johann Zwirner
Dr Charlotte King
Dr Christina McGraw
Prof Keith Gordon
Dr Craig Marshall- Textbooks
- Essential:
Saferstein, Richard, Criminalistics: An Introduction to Forensic Science, Global Edition, Pearson Education Limited
Highly Recommended:
Bell, Suzanne, Forensic Chemistry 2E, PearsonJackson, Andrew R. W., Forensics Science 3E, Prentice Hall - Graduate Attributes Emphasised
- Interdisciplinary perspective, Lifelong learning, Communication, Self-motivation.
View more information about Otago's graduate attributes. - Learning Outcomes
Students who successfully complete this paper will have
- An understanding of how science is applied in support of the legal system
- Mastery of the scientific concepts underlying the major analytical methods of chemical analysis as applied in forensic casework
- Critical analysis and assessment of scientific evidence
- A tested understanding of the application of these concepts to practical situations such as material analysis
