The Analysis of Forensic Data  - SFC1023

Assessment 1: Quizzes / polls

Mock quizzes on the VLE will be used to prepare students for both summative assessments. 

Quizzes / polls

Assessment 1: Portfolio

Portfolio will compromise 4x online quizzes (each worth 25% of the total mark) (20% of the overall module), each taking around 1 hour to complete. Based on the statistical content throughout the term, for example, normality and hypothesis testing.

Portfolio

Assessment 2: Practical Skills Assessment - Lab

Practical skills assessment will be based on data-collection methods from areas of forensic relevance for example anthropometry and how these are applied in a post-lab online quiz of 20% which will take around 1 hour to complete.

Practical Skills Assessment - Lab

Important Forensic Concepts

SFC1022 - Important Forensic Concepts

This module introduces you to the fundamental skills and knowledge required for the analysis of forensic data, providing a foundation for laboratory work and data interpretation in forensic science. You will gain practical experience in laboratory techniques, with an emphasis on the importance of health and safety protocols in forensic environments. 
The module begins by exploring the role and types of physical evidence in forensic science, focusing on the classification of evidence into class and individual characteristics and the methods used to examine it. You will develop an understanding of how measurements are utilised in forensic science to produce reliable data. 
Through practical sessions and case studies, you will learn to apply statistical analysis to real-world forensic scenarios, understanding how data analysis contributes to solving cases. By the end of the module, you will have developed critical skills in evidence analysis, statistical reasoning, and data handling, forming a solid basis for further study in forensic science.

School of Applied Sciences

https://library.hud.ac.uk/readinglists/SFC1023

Forensic & Analytical Science

SFC1023 - The Analysis of Forensic Data 

The Analysis of Forensic Data 

be able to demonstrate an understanding of fundamental measurement techniques and statistical methods to produce and analyse forensic data effectively.

be able to understand the importance of data within forensic investigation

be able to demonstrate competence in essential laboratory skills for forensic science, including adherence to health and safety protocols and accurate handling of physical evidence. 

be able to utilise software tools such as Minitab and Excel to conduct statistical analyses, interpret results, and present findings in the context of forensic science

be able to demonstrate an understanding of the different types of evidence used in forensic science. 