This course introduces key written communication skills, techniques and procedures relevant to the policing environment with special emphasis on those relevant to the crime scene investigator. Students will learn the importance of effective communication via mediums spanning the less formal (e-mail) to the formal (letter and report writing). Additional, industry specific skills will also be covered and include writing crime lab analysis requests, warrant applications and proper CV development skills for court purposes. Prerequisite: Admission to a Forensics credential program or permission from The Program Head.

This course covers the history of fingerprints as it relates to individualization; friction skin development; how to obtain a proper set of known fingerprint impressions; the Henry Classification System and the Auto-Class Classification System; fingerprint individualization with emphasis on Ridgeology; palm print individualization including the use of palmar flexion creases; procedures utilized in crime scene examination and recovery of fingerprints; chemical techniques for fingerprint detection; the Identification of Criminals Act; and the expert witness in the Canadian Court System. Prerequisite: Admission to a Forensic credential program or permission of the Program Coordinator.

The multi-faceted field of Forensic Photography is used in diverse disciplines as Forensic Odontology, Dactyloscopy, Document Examination, Forensic Pathology and Forensic Tool Mark Examination. Forensic photography's role as well as its limitations are emphasized in this course. Students will be thoroughly immersed in the theory of photography, providing them with an understanding of the techniques which will be used in the practical exercise. Topics include crime scene photography, alternate light source photography, unltraviolet and infrared photography, photomicrography, macro photography, theory of light and photographic evidence in the courtroom. Prerequisite: Admission to a Forensic credential program or permission of the Program Coordinator.

A successful investigation culminating in conviction(s) in a court of law often begins at the crime scene, the processing of which is conducted by highly trained professionals. The purpose of this crime scene investigation course is to teach some of the fundamental aspects of scene processing to a standard expected by the policing community. As such, this course covers the major areas of crime scene management providing an understanding of the employment of appropriate scene preservation and documentation methodologies. Prerequisites: FSCT 8340

This course builds on the theoretical aspects covered in FSCT 8320 by the addition of applied aspects of detecting, recording and recovering friction ridge detail from crime scenes and exhibits. The course covers: crime scene approaches; examination techniques at the crime scene with a focus on powder techniques (conventional, magnetic and fluorescent); how to properly record and seize exhibits requiring chemical examination techniques; chemical examination techniques (cyanocrylate fuming, DFO and ninhydrin); fluorescent dye techniques associated with CA fuming; proper marking and recording of evidence for continuity and court purposes. Prerequisites: FSCT 8320

A successful investigation culminating in conviction(s) in a court of law often begins at the crime scene, the processing of which is conducted by highly trained professionals. The purpose of this crime scene investigation course is to expand upon aspects of scene management covered in CSI-Level I to teach additional aspects of scene processing. As such, this course covers the major areas of crime scene processing, in order to give an in-depth understanding in theories of searching and in dealing with the entire range of physical evidence located during the various types of crime scene searches. Prerequisites: FSCT 7311

This course expands upon the theories and applications of evidence handling covered in Crime Scene Investigation (Level II) with additional, specialized topics related to forensic biology, entomology and anthropology. This course also offers an opportunity for students to learn about and assess the latest technologies in the ever-changing field of crime scene investigation. Prerequisites: FSCT 7311 and FSCT 7312

This course will provide students with a foundation set of skills in preparation for problem interventions and front line leadership in common criminal justice situations. They will examine theories and develop skills for successful interventions. The course introduces strategies for negotiation, mediation, crisis management, conflict de-escalation, and facilitation of problem solving and decision-making. The course also includes a focus on the necessary ethical dimensions of professional interventions in the criminal justice field. Students will also learn appropriate intervention strategies for a wide range of situations including one-to-one encounters, in team situations, and in organizations. The skills of personal mastery, interpersonal communication skills, interviewing skills, conflict management, and understanding of diversity, team leadership, decision making and problem solving models are also introduced and practiced. Prerequisite: Admission to a Forensics credential program or Permission from the Program Head.

This course is designed for professionals in a variety of disciplines who may have to testify in a criminal or civil case. Technical competence is only the beginning of an expert witness' role. To be relevant, one's analysis must be effectively communicated to the trier of fact. The progression from crime scene to courtroom is described and analyzed by considering legal principles, actual court practice, trial strategies and moot court demonstrations. Prerequisite: Permission of Program Coordinator or Program Head. Permission will normally be given to qualified professionals whose subject-matter expertise may qualify them to testify in court as an expert witness.

This course is the penultimate step towards the completion of the IPCP-CSA Program and is to be successfully completed by the student prior to acceptance into the final field work practicum component. Students must demonstrate a mastery of the theories and competencies relevant to success in the field of crime scene investigation. Success will be determined through a comprehensive written exam, a series of practical assessments in key areas of crime scene processing (photography, fingerprinting, evidence handling) and a final mock crime scene. Prerequisites: FSCT 5107 and FSCT 5108 and FSCT 7010 and FSCT 7311 and FSCT 7312 and FSCT 8320 and FSCT 8321 and FSCT 8340

This course entails supervised experience in work situations relevant to the field of crime scene investigation in which you may later be employed. You will have an opportunity to practice skills gained in prerequisite courses within the IPCP-CSA Program in order to solidify the theoretical and practical aspects gained in a professional setting. Students receive monthly feedback about their competencies from an assigned mentor/instructor. A field work practicum will innovative and responsive to community/agency needs.