FP2S110 - Applications of Forensic Analysis 01 Jul 2022 - 31 Aug 2028 | Version 1
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | FP2S110 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Applications of Forensic Analysis | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Science | ||
| Faculty Group: | Applied Sciences | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Analytical and Forensic Science | ||
| Module Leader: | Peter Miedziak | ||
| Module Team: | Paul Jones, Andrew Graham, Anthony Harris, Hannah Seale, Rhian Kinsella | ||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2027 | Final Year of Intake: | 2027 |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 20 | Credit Level: | 5 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
| HECOS codes: | 100388 - forensic science | 100413 - analytical chemistry | 101067 - soil science |
| HECOS Code Weighting: | 30 | 60 | 10 |
Document Version Information
| Version | 1 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Jul 2022 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2028 |
Module Aims
This module aims to allow students to integrate and apply learned analytical techniques to some of the major sample categories in Forensic Chemistry – illicit drugs, bodily fluids, fire residue, soils, and other trace evidence types.
In engaging with this module fully, students will achieve the following level appropriate Behaviour Domains of the USW Graduate attributes:
Commercial Awareness: Behaviours 1, 2, 3
Innovation & Enterprise: Behaviours 1, 2, 3
Communication: Behaviours 1, 2, 3
Digital Literacy: Behaviours 1, 2, 3
The Capabilities associated with these behaviours are found in the Graduate Attributes table at the end of the descriptor.
Content Summary
Set within the context of Forensic Chemistry this module will impart content on the following topics:
1) Identification of illicit drugs - instrumental analysis, chemical spot tests and presumptive drug testing
2) Chemical basis of presumptive tests for trace evidence? – body fluids, fingerprints, and gun shot residue
3) Fire and Explosives
4) Chemical analysis of soils
5) Ink and paint analysis: UV-Vis/FTIR/Raman techniques and sample prep.
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 18 |
| Practical classes and workshops | 18 |
| Independent Study | 50 |
| Directed Study | 102 |
| Problem / challenge based learning | 12 |
| Total Hours Selected | 200 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | To identify and explain the use of the most appropriate analytical method for the investigation of a given evidence type |
| LO2 | To appraise and interpret analytical data obtained upon testing for a specific evidence type. |
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asynchronous Assessment | Practical Coursework 1 (Asynch) | Questions based on the theory covered in the lecture and tutorial sessions. | 0 | 2000 | 50 | No | 40 |
| Asynchronous Assessment | Practical Coursework 2 (Asynch) | Questions based on the practical skills gained in the on-campus activities. | 0 | 2000 | 50 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | ||
| Practical Coursework 1 (Asynch) | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Practical Coursework 2 (Asynch) | ✔ | ✔ | |