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Crime Scene Management

Study crime-scene protection, documentation and reconstruction, with medico-legal examination and the limits of behavioural analysis.

  • 113hours
  • 59topics
  • 7modules
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Module 112 hrs6 topics

Forensic Science Foundations

Forensic science principles, history, ethics and criminology before practical scene investigation.

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  1. Forensic Science: Definition, Principles, History and Ethics8 min
  2. Crime, Criminology and the Classification of Offences12 min
  3. Scientific Reasoning in Crime Scene Investigation9 min
  4. Trace Evidence Transfer, Persistence and Contamination8 min
  5. Cognitive Bias in Forensic Investigation8 min
  6. Evidence Interpretation: Source and Activity Questions10 min
Module 215 hrs9 topics

Crime Scene Evidence

How a crime scene is identified, secured, documented, searched and processed. Photography, sketching, evidence handling, chain of custody and reconstruction.

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  1. Introduction to Crime Scenes: Types, Evaluation and Processing14 min
  2. Securing and Documenting the Crime Scene12 min
  3. Crime Scene Search Techniques (Strip, Grid, Spiral, Zone, Wheel)11 min
  4. Processing Physical Evidence: Discovery, Recognition and Examination13 min
  5. Chain of Custody: What Breaks It, and What Indian Courts Have Said10 min
  6. Crime Scene Reconstruction: Types, BPA, Trajectory and Indian Practice12 min
  7. Forensic Photography: Cameras, Lenses, Films and Exposure14 min
  8. Specialised Photography: UV, IR and Close-Up at the Crime Scene10 min
  9. Digital Imaging, 3D Scanning and Crime Scene Videography11 min
Module 315 hrs6 topics

Physical Evidence & Detection Devices

Evidence classification, optical and radiation imaging, speed detection, field kits, remote consultation and international scene-management roles.

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  1. Physical Evidence: Types, Classification, Probative Value13 min
  2. Crime Detection Devices: UV, IR, X-Ray and Detective Dyes12 min
  3. Speed Detection Devices: Radar, LIDAR and ANPR9 min
  4. Crime Scene Investigation Tools, Kits and the Mobile Laboratory10 min
  5. Tele-Forensics and Technology Innovation in Crime Scene Management11 min
  6. Crime Scene Management in India and Other Countries12 min
Module 418 hrs11 topics

Pattern Evidence & Reconstruction Depth

Glass, paint, soil, fibres, toolmarks and impressions; serial-number restoration, bloodstain analysis, fire and collision reconstruction, with method limitations.

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  1. Glass Evidence: Fracture Patterns and Refractive Index12 min
  2. Paint Evidence: Layers, Coating Structure and Instrumental Analysis12 min
  3. Soil and Botanical Evidence: Composition and Comparison12 min
  4. Fiber and Textile Evidence: Yarns, Weaves and Microscopic Examination13 min
  5. Tool Mark Evidence: Types, Comparison Principles and Collection11 min
  6. Footwear, Tyre and Footprint Impression Evidence11 min
  7. Lip, Ear and Bite Marks: Cheiloscopy and Forensic Odontology11 min
  8. Serial Number and Erased Mark Restoration9 min
  9. Bloodstain Pattern Analysis: Passive, Transfer and Impact Patterns18 min
  10. Fire and Burn Pattern Interpretation21 min
  11. Accident Investigation: Skid Marks, Collision and Hit-and-Run13 min
Module 518 hrs9 topics

Medico-Legal Aspects

Death-investigation systems, cause and manner, post-mortem interval, autopsy and injury interpretation, including the limits of individual signs and tests.

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  1. Forensic Medicine and Medico-Legal Investigation: Inquest Types12 min
  2. Thanatology: Death, Causes, Signs and Post-Mortem Changes16 min
  3. Estimating Time Since Death: PMI Methods and Environmental Factors13 min
  4. Mode and Manner of Death: NASH Classification, NHRC Protocol11 min
  5. Autopsy and Post-Mortem Examination Protocol10 min
  6. Mechanical Injuries: Abrasions, Bruises, Incised and Stab Wounds14 min
  7. Firearm Injuries: Entry, Exit, Range and Pattern15 min
  8. Electrical, Thermal, Regional and Traffic Injuries16 min
  9. Asphyxial Deaths: Hanging, Strangulation and Drowning15 min
Module 615 hrs8 topics

Criminal Profiling

History of profiling, behavioural evidence analysis, motivation typologies, victimology, psychological autopsy, sexual-offence profiling, geographical and cyber profiling.

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  1. History of Criminal Profiling: Dr Bond to BSU to Indian Practice11 min
  2. Behavioural Evidence Analysis: MO, Signature and Staging12 min
  3. Criminal Motivation and Behavioural Typologies12 min
  4. Victim Profiling and Victimology10 min
  5. Psychological Autopsy: Methods, Uses and Limitations11 min
  6. Sexual Offence Profiling: Approaches and Limitations12 min
  7. Geographical Profiling11 min
  8. Criminal Behaviour on the Internet (Cyber-Profiling)12 min
Module 720 hrs10 topics

Legal Frameworks and Forensic Services

Dedicated US, UK and Indian guides to forensic services, evidence collection authority and expert evidence. Read after the scientific teaching modules.

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  1. US Forensic Laboratories and Evidence Submission6 min
  2. US Crime Scene Search and Seizure: Federal and State Rules6 min
  3. US Expert Testimony: Rule 702 and Forensic Evidence6 min
  4. UK Forensic Services and Laboratory Referrals6 min
  5. UK Crime Scene Authority and Evidence Collection6 min
  6. UK Expert Evidence and Forensic Quality Standards7 min
  7. Forensic Laboratories in India: CFSL, SFSL and RFSL9 min
  8. Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita 2023 for Forensic Science Students11 min
  9. BNSS 2023: Investigation, FIR, Search and Seizure10 min
  10. Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam 2023: Forensic Evidence in Court10 min

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