- International Fees
International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Course Overview
This course is designed for open-source researchers, crime and intelligence analysts, and investigators. In this course you will learn how to assess open-source information for relevance, reliability and validity before incorporating it into a comprehensive report. Some experience in gathering open-source data for investigations and intelligence is recommended for success in this course.
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
1.0
Domestic fees
$380.82
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Assess analytical challenges about the relevance, reliability and validity of open-source information for crime or intelligence analysis.
- Produce comprehensive written reports based on information and intelligence gathered from open-source data.
Effective as of Spring/Summer 2025
Related Programs
Analyzing Open-Source Information (XFSC 3415) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
School of Computing and Academic Studies
- Techniques for Crime & Intelligence Analysts (TCIA)
Microcredential Part-time
Course Offerings
Fall 2025
Below is one offering of XFSC 3415 for the Fall 2025 term.
CRN 52200
Dates
Sep 12 - Oct 03 Loading
- CRN 52200
- $380.82 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 12 - Oct 03 | Fri | 08:30 - 12:15 | Online |
Duration
4 weeks
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Departmental approval needed
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- Prior to registering for this course, please contact the Program for departmental approval at BCIT_Forensics@bcit.ca. Please provide your full name and BCIT Student number within the email.
Status
Programs and courses are subject to change without notice.