Course Overview
In this course, you will learn how to apply quantitative and qualitative research methods to crime and intelligence data. It covers topics such as measuring variables, assessing the reliability and validity of acquired intelligence, data preparation and coding, and statistical analysis of quantitative data. You will apply these methodologies and perform a number of simple, though powerful, analyses to describe data and reach conclusions based on these data. This course aims to develop your analytical skills to be a more knowledgeable practitioner, consumer, and evaluator of quantitative and qualitative social science data. These analytical methods will be instructed in the context of the COMPSTAT method of crime analysis as used in contemporary Canadian policing.
Prerequisite(s)
- Admission to a Forensic credential program or permission of the Program Coordinator.
Credits
3.0
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Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:
- Manage large and small data sets for crime and intelligence analysis purposes.
- Evaluate the integrity of large and small data sets.
- Determine which statistics best portray the data.
- Apply methodologies, including COMPSTAT, to problem-solving and data-driven decision-making through proper data collection and research design.
- Present findings verbally and in written format.
Effective as of Winter 2024
Related Programs
Applied Research Methods & Statistics in Crime Analysis (FSCT 8431) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
- Indicates programs eligible for students to apply for Post-graduation Work Permit (PGWP).
School of Computing and Academic Studies
- Forensic Investigation (Crime and Intelligence Analysis Option)
Advanced Certificate Part-time
- Forensic Investigation (Crime and Intelligence Analysis Option)
Bachelor of Technology Part-time
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