- International Fees
International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Course Overview
Under the supervision of the graduation project research methodologist, faculty mentor(s), and industry subject matter expert, you will build upon the project concept initiated in FSCT7910 and complete a theoretical or applied independent research proposal. The course will focus on research themes relevant to your chosen areas of specialty in forensic investigation. You will conduct a comprehensive literature review, prepare a research design and protocol, validate the measurement model(s), conduct reliability and validity studies, and undertake a pilot study to ensure measurement instrument reliability. The research proposal should be innovative, experimental, or explanatory in nature to demonstrate the practical application of knowledge and skills. It should be comprehensive, covering all the operational aspects of the project and the measurement instrument to be employed. The research models employed and the research protocol followed will be well articulated and defined. This course will be focusing on building a foundation that leads to FSCT8621, Graduation Project 2.
Prerequisite(s)
- 60% in FSCT 7910
- Completion of all framework courses and all specialty courses or permission of program coordinator.
Credits
3.0
Domestic fees
$546.95
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:
- Develop appropriate research question(s) for the scope and depth of the research project.
- Prepare a literature review to underpin the research questions posed.
- Justify why the project will enhance expertise in chosen specialty.
- Assess the research project from a project management perspective to ensure adequate time and resources are available to complete it.
- Assess the significance of conceptualization and measurement in crime research and analysis by framing a well-defined research question and research model to be pursued.
- Assess the differences between qualitative and quantitative research.
- Design the appropriate methodology or approach to complete the project.
- Apply statistical crime research methods and data analysis techniques using SPSS to complete the research project.
- Prepare a written research proposal
- Present and defend your research proposal via an oral presentation to your peers.
- Assess, discuss, and critically examine research proposals in the forensic investigation context.
Effective as of Winter 2024
Related Programs
Graduation Project 1 (FSCT 8611) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
- Indicates programs with a co-op option.
School of Computing and Academic Studies
- Forensic Investigation (Crime and Intelligence Analysis Option)
Bachelor of Technology Part-time
- Forensic Investigation (Digital Forensics and Cybersecurity Option)
Bachelor of Technology Full-time/Part-time
- Forensic Investigation (Forensic Science Option)
Bachelor of Technology Part-time
Course Offerings
Fall 2024
Below are two offerings of FSCT 8611 for the Fall 2024 term.
CRN 40171
Dates
Fri Sep 06 - Fri Nov 29
- 13 weeks
- CRN 40171
- Domestic fees $546.95
Status
Seats Available
This course offering has seats available.
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 06 - Nov 29 | Fri | 15:00 - 18:30 | Online |
Instructor
Dom Toa
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Internet delivery format.
- Departmental approval needed
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- This course will be offered synchronously online for Fall 2024. This offering is for students enrolled in ALL forensic programs options. Attendance and participation in all classes is important for success in the course. For details on the textbook and course material required, please check: www.bcitbookstore.ca/distance/buy_main.asp? (BCIT FALL 2024 TERM... DE - FSCT). Prior to course registration, please connect with your program coordinator (by August 1, 2024 at the latest) to discuss and obtain his approval to start the grad project in the Fall term. It is important to finish the project on time as extension will need to be re-approved with course registration fee to be re-paid.
CRN 39881
Dates
Sun Sep 08 - Sun Dec 08
- 13 weeks
- CRN 39881
- Domestic fees $546.95
Status
Seats Available
This course offering has seats available.
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 08 - Dec 08 | Sun | 09:30 - 13:00 | Online |
Instructor
Joe Ilsever
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Internet delivery format.
- Departmental approval needed
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- This offering is for students enrolled in ALL forensic programs options. Attendance and participation in all classes is important for success in the course. No classes on Sunday, Oct 13, 2024 (Thanksgiving weekend). For details on the required textbook, please check: www.bcitbookstore.ca/bcit/buy_textbooks.asp? (BCIT - FALL 2024 TERM - FSCT-FORENSIC SCIENCE). Prior to course registration, please connect with your program coordinator (by August 1, 2024 at the latest) to discuss and obtain their approval to start the grad project in the Fall term. It is important to finish the project on time as extension will need to be re-approved with course registration fee to be re-paid.
Programs and courses are subject to change without notice.