Course

Course Summary
Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
VSPA-0006
Organization:
Virginia State Police Academy
Location:
Classroom-based
Length:
3 weeks (114 hours)
Dates Offered:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 3 Forensic Science or Crime Scene Investigation
Description

Objective:

The course objective is to provide agency investigators with information and material surrounding crime scene processing and related methodologies that will enhance their ability to investigate criminal acts and to assist those who are designated as Crime Scene Technicians.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Gain a more advanced understanding of crime scene processing
  • Increase their skill level in such techniques as sketching and documenting crimes scenes, photography, examining blood splatter, tool marks, and firearms evidence, packaging various types of evidence
  • Understand the capabilities of the Department of Forensic Science

General Topics:

  • Documenting and sketching crime scenes
  • Crime scene photography
  • Blood splatter examinations
  • Fingerprint collection and data analysis
  • Tool mark and firearm evidence
  • Investigating various types of deaths
  • Handling and packaging of evidence
  • Investigating sex crimes
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Audio Visual Materials
  • Case Studies
  • Classroom Exercise
  • Computer Based Training
  • Discussion
  • Lectures
  • Practical Exercises

Methods of Assessment:

  • Examinations
  • Performance Rubrics (Checklists)

Minimum Passing Score:

70%
Supplemental Materials