FSC502 Introduction to Forensic Sciences (C)

5 ECTS - 2-0 Duration (T+A)- . Semester- 2 National Credit

Information

Code FSC502
Name Introduction to Forensic Sciences (C)
Term 2022-2023 Academic Year
Term Spring
Duration (T+A) 2-0 (T-A) (17 Week)
ECTS 5 ECTS
National Credit 2 National Credit
Teaching Language İngilizce
Level Yüksek Lisans Dersi
Type Normal
Mode of study Yüz Yüze Öğretim
Catalog Information Coordinator
Course Instructor
1


Course Goal / Objective

To introduce Forensic Sciences and sub-disciplines.

Course Content

The position and scope of forensic sciences in the world and in our country, Ethical concepts in forensic sciences, The role, responsibilities and efforts of forensic sciences in criminal and civil cases.

Course Precondition

none

Resources

Introduction to Forensic Sciences William G. Eckert CRC press 2nd ed., Fundamentals of forensic science, Max M. Houck, Jay A. Siegel, Elseiver

Notes

Current articles


Course Learning Outcomes

Order Course Learning Outcomes
LO01 Recognizes current concepts in the field of Forensic Sciences.
LO02 Knows the structure of Forensic Sciences in the world and in our country.
LO03 Comprehends the role of forensic sciences in legal cases.


Relation with Program Learning Outcome

Order Type Program Learning Outcomes Level
PLO01 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Explains current concepts in the field of Forensic Sciences. 5
PLO02 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Comprehends the interdisciplinary interaction with which it is related. 5
PLO03 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Comprehends the importance of ethical principles and ethical committees for the individual and society. 3
PLO04 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Explain the concept of expertise and forensic procedural approach. 2
PLO05 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Recognize the statistical methods that are frequently used in studies in the field of Forensic Sciences.
PLO06 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Knows crime scene investigation and evidence collection procedures 1
PLO07 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Uses statistical software that is frequently used in the field of Forensic Sciences.
PLO08 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Uses the knowledge and research methods obtained in the field in the resolution of forensic cases. 3
PLO09 Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği Takes responsibility by participating in teamwork 2
PLO10 Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği Provides leadership in situations that require the resolution of field-specific and interdisciplinary problems.
PLO11 Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği Follows national and international publications and scientific meetings on forensic sciences. 4
PLO12 Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik Discusses current developments in forensic sciences and her/his own studies with different groups in written, oral and visual formats. 1
PLO13 Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik Develops projects for the use of current developments, information and practices in Forensic Sciences for the benefit of society. 1
PLO14 Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik Contributes to the development processes of strategy, policy and implementation plans in forensic sciences and evaluates the results obtained within the framework of quality processes. 3


Week Plan

Week Topic Preparation Methods
1 General information Forensic Sciences in the World and in Our Country -Reading the topics Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma
2 The historical development of forensic scientists Reading the topics Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Beyin Fırtınası
3 Role of forensic laboratories Reading the topics Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma
4 Forensic Genetics Reading the topics Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma
5 Forensic Odontology Reading the topics Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Anlatım
6 Forensic Antropology Reading the topics Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma
7 Forensic Entomology Reading the topics Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma
8 Midterm exam Ölçme Yöntemleri:
Yazılı Sınav
9 Forensic Pathology Reading the topics Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma
10 Forensic psychology and psychiatry Reading the topics Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma
11 Forensic Document Analysis Reading the topics Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma
12 Legal responsibilities and expertise Reading the topics Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma
13 Forensic Photography Reading the topics Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma
14 Forensic Toxicology Reading the topics Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma
15 Forenisc Botany and palynology Reading the topics Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma
16 Forensic Microbiology Reading the topics Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma
17 Final exam Reading the topics Ölçme Yöntemleri:
Yazılı Sınav, Sözlü Sınav


Student Workload - ECTS

Works Number Time (Hour) Workload (Hour)
Course Related Works
Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) 14 2 28
Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) 14 4 56
Assesment Related Works
Homeworks, Projects, Others 0 0 0
Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 10 10
Final Exam 1 20 20
Total Workload (Hour) 114
Total Workload / 25 (h) 4,56
ECTS 5 ECTS

Update Time: 14.11.2022 10:33