Module Provider: |
School of Chemistry |
Number of credits: |
10 [5 ECTS credits] |
Level: |
I (Intermediate) |
Terms in which taught: |
Autumn |
Module Convenor: |
Dr
MJ
Almond |
Pre-requisites: |
Part 1 or A level Chemistry |
Co-requisites: |
CH2A1 and
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Modules excluded: |
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Module version for: |
2006/7 |
Aims:
The aim of this module is to introduce students to the key concepts and some of the techniques used in forensic analysis. |
Assessable learning outcomes:
Students should be able to:
Describe and discuss the subject matter of the module, and explain the concepts raised within it;
Critically examine questions raised in workshops, and solve numerical and other problems on material contained within the module;
Present information orally and in written reports. |
Additional outcomes:
Students should improve their teamworking skills through workshops. |
Outline content:
D J Cardin (1 Lecture + 1 ´ 2 hour workshop)
Introduction to forensic analysis, with real-life examples.
T J Lovelock (2 Lectures + 2 ´ 2 hour workshops)
Analysis and the law, accreditation, method validation etc, Bayesian inference and assessment.
D F Rendle (2 Lectures + 2 ´ 2 hour workshop)
The scene of the crime, evidence retrieval, scene-to-laboratory continuity.
M J Almond (1 Lecture + 1 ´ 2 hour workshop)
FTIR and Raman microscopy applied to forensic analysis.
T J Lovelock (3 hour practical session)
Visible microscopy applied to particulates such as paint and glass.
S J Hibble (1 Lecture + 1 ´ 2 hour workshop)
Electron microscopy applied to forensic analysis.
D F Rendle (1 Lecture + 1 ´ 2 hour workshop)
The use of X-ray methods in forensic analysis, including powder diffraction and X-ray fluorescence. |
Brief description of teaching
and learning methods:
Teaching will be broken down to sessions comprising one hour of lecture material, followed by two hours of workshop/case study. In the final week of the Autumn Term and over the following vacation, students will prepare a substantial report on one area of the course. |
Contact hours:
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Autumn |
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| Lectures |
8 |
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| Tutorials/seminars |
16 |
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| Practicals |
3 |
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| Other contact (eg study visits) |
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| Total hours |
27 |
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| Number of essays or assignments |
4 |
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| Other (eg major seminar paper) |
1 + 1 oral presentation |
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Assessment:
Coursework
Students will prepare both a written report and give an oral presentation on one aspect of the course - topics to be set by staff involved.
Relative percentage of coursework : 100 %
Penalties for late submission
In accordance with University policy, 10% of the total marks available will be deducted from course work which is submitted up to one week late. Work submitted later than this will receive no credit unless there are extenuating circumstances.
Assessment
50 % problems; 40 % extended essay; 10 % oral presentation.
Requirements for a pass in this module
A mark of 40%
Reassessment arrangements
Reassessment of the problems and essay will take place in September. |
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