CRIM 220 - Crime Scene Investigations

Number of Credits: 3
Explore recreated crime scenes to apply basic investigatory techniques. Collaborate to evaluate simulated crime scenes. Apply scientific philosophy, including concepts and procedures for processing a crime scene. Apply problem-solving skills for crime scene management, recognition, evaluation, documentation, and control of physical evidence. Three hours lecture each week. Three billable hours.

(Spring) Three hours lecture each week. Three Credits. Three billable hours.

Pre-requisite(s): CRIM 101 Introduction to Criminal Justice
Course Topics:
Crime scene processing, including suicides, homicides, and property crimes.
Course Objectives: Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Apply crime scene procedures that are required of a first responder.
Demonstrate the proper interviewing and interrogation techniques.
Implement the proper techniques for handling evidence at a crime scene.
Evaluate the importance of original notes and investigative reports.
Document crime scene evidence.
Identify various resources available to assist investigators in a criminal investigation.
Analyze appropriate methodologies for suspect identification.
Apply ”Modus Operandi” to a criminal investigation.